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EWA.18 – Commercial Air Transport Bush Pilot
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750
Theory hours
230
Flight hours
25
Simulator hours
Program description
This program is primarily designed for pilots who wish to master the art of seaplane flight. This unique program allows you to become a professional pilot and enter the job market as soon as you receive your certificate. With 230 hours of flight time, including 50 hours of seaplane training, you will be prepared for hiring by bush flying companies. From flying in the mountains to performing various maneuvers on the water, you will be trained by the best instructors in the country to make the best decisions in all situations.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
COURSE LIST
DURATION
EVALUATIONS
LICENSES & RATINGS
Admission requirements
- Be 17 years old or older by the time you start your program
- Have a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Be proficient in the language of instruction (French or English, as chosen by the student)
- Obtain the Transport Canada Class 1 Pilot Medical Certificate
- Satisfy one of the 4 following conditions :
- Have interrupted full-time studies or pursued full-time post-secondary education for at least 2 consecutive terms or one academic year;
- Be covered by an agreement between the college and an employer or benefit from a government program;
- Have interrupted full-time studies for one semester and have pursued full-time post-secondary studies for one semester;
- Hold a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS).
Course list
EWA.18 | Commercial Air Transport Pilot, Bush Pilot (1005 hours)
- 280-101-EA | Introduction to the Profession - Regulation 1 - Radio Communication
- 280-102-AE | Mechanical & Aerodynamic Principles 1 - Flight Operations 1
- 280-103-AE | Aviation Meteorology 1
- 280-104-FA | Human Factors 1 - Flight Instruments 1
- 280-105-FA | Theory of Flight 1 - First flights
- 280-106-EN | First Solo Flights - Navigation 1 - Preparation for the Flight Test of a Single-engine Aircraft 1
- 280-107-EN | Regulation 2 - Mechanical & Aerodynamic Principles 2 - Flight Operations 2
- 280-108-AE | Aviation Meteorology 2
- 280-109-FA | Human Factors 2 - Theory of Flight 2 - Flight Instruments 2 - Navigation 2
- 280-110-FA | Night Flights - Single-Engine Aircraft Flight Test Preparation 2
- 280-509-AE | Aerial Work
- 280-516-AE | Organizing a Camp and Search Operation, Seaplane
- 280-900-FA | Prevention, Risk Management, Seaplane
- 280-901-FA | Preparation and Flying of a Single-Engine Seaplane
Duration
The total duration of training is up to 18 to 24 months.
Evaluations
In addition to the college evaluations, here is the list of Transport Canada written exams that must be passed to receive a commercial license:
- PPAER
- CPAER
Licenses & Ratings
At the end of this training, here is the list of licenses and ratings you will receive:
- PPL
- CPL
- Night
- Advanced Seaplane
A Unique Program in Canada
With more than 60% of the world’s lakes in the country, Canada offers you a limitless training territory with breathtaking scenery.
Career opportunities 
Airline pilot
Commercial pilot
Flight instructor
Airline pilot
The job of an airline pilot consists of transporting passengers or goods on board aircrafts of all sizes. The pilot must also ensure technical preparation before each flight.
Commercial pilot
The commercial pilot exercises in several sectors such as freight transport, humanitarian missions, rescue, towing advertising banners, aerial photography, agricultural operations, dropping parachutists, etc.
Flight instructor
The flight instructor is the trainer of future pilots. He teaches theoretical courses and provides practical in-flight courses. It accompanies the beginner who has never taken the controls of an aircraft until obtaining a license, private or commercial.
Career opportunities 
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