Flight Instructor Rating
The completion of the Class 4 Instructor Rating could be the beginning of your aviation career! If you are passionate about teaching, learning and would like to pass on your aviation knowledge an Instructor Rating could be for you!
Montair’s Flight Instructor rating program has been reviewed and approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Our training goes above the minimum requirements and truly prepares you for the world of flight instruction – providing the skills and confidence you need to teach other people how to fly.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Valid Canadian CPL
- Valid Category 1 Aviation Medical
- CFI approval through an interview process
- Successful completion of a Transport Canada Aviation Language Proficiency Demonstration to a minimum of ICAO language proficiency level 4.
Please note: Canadian citizens who have graduated, or are currently enrolled in, a Canadian English or French speaking high school, will qualify for an informal demonstration in the language that is, or will be if currently enrolled, indicated on their high school diploma, provided that the Chief Flight Instructor is satisfied that the person can demonstrate the competencies of Expert Level 6 as listed in standard 421.06(4) of the Canadian Aviation Regulations.
Estimated Cost
| Training | Hours | Per Hour Rate | Total* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Instruction | 25 | $94.94 | $2,373.50 |
| Hours Dual Flight Instruction | 25 | $347.15 | $8,678.75 |
| Hours Simulator Instruction | 5 | $253.04 | $1,265.20 |
| Supplies** | -- | -- | As required |
| Flight Test Fee | -- | -- | $200 |
| TC Licensing Fee | -- | -- | $30 |
| Written Exam Fee | -- | -- | $35 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATE* | -- | -- | $12,582.45 |
Aircraft rates are current as of Jan 6, 2025 and based on fuel costs at that time. Fuel charges may increase or decrease in line with retail fuel prices, in accordance with Montair’s Fuel Charge Pricing.
The above estimate is based on Transport Canada minimum requirements utilizing a Cessna 172 aircraft. From our experience, our policy is that candidates should expect to require a minimum of 50 hours of ground instruction to be able to successfully pass the Transport Canada flight test and to be a proficient and effective instructor. The instructor rating requires extensive study and preparation time and if the candidate does not commit to these then total costs to complete the training will increase.
Rates include the premium for a Class One instructor, are stated in Canadian dollars and are subject to change without prior notice. Taxes are not included.
**A variety of supplies including supplementary reading textbooks, notebooks and equipment may be purchased by the candidate but are optional based on personal preferences.
This program may lead to the endorsement of a rating on a Commercial Pilot Licence. Careers as a Commercial Pilot are regulated by tc.canada.ca.
Application
If you have any questions, please contact admissions@montairaviation.com.