The Recreational Permit is a newer type of flight training geared specifically for the recreational pilot. The candidate must be a minimum of 16 years of age in order to receive the permit (14 to hold a student permit for training purposes). The permit is maintained by a valid Category 1, 3, or 4 Medical Certificate. This permit allows you to fly single engine aircraft with one passenger during the day. Cross-border travel is not permitted with this permit. You may transfer all hours earned under the Recreational Permit towards the Private Licence should you wish to do so at a later date. Flight training includes a minimum time of 25 hours (15 hours dual; including at least 2 hours of cross-country flight time, 5 hours solo). In addition, Transport Canada requires 40 hours of ground school. Ground school courses of instruction are described in the Private Pilot Licence below.

The Recreational Permit is a newer type of flight training geared specifically for the recreational pilot. The candidate must be a minimum of 16 years of age in order to receive the permit (14 to hold a student permit for training purposes). The permit is maintained by a valid Category 1, 3, or 4 Medical Certificate. This permit allows you to fly single engine aircraft with one passenger during the day. Cross-border travel is not permitted with this permit. You may transfer all hours earned under the Recreational Permit towards the Private Licence should you wish to do so at a later date. Flight training includes a minimum time of 25 hours (15 hours dual; including at least 2 hours of cross-country flight time, 5 hours solo). In addition, Transport Canada requires 40 hours of ground school. Ground school courses of instruction are described in the Private Pilot Licence below.