Provincial Airways Flight Training

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Why Provincial Airways?

Provincial Airways flight training, located at the Moose Jaw Municipal Airport, blends a professional training environment with the friendliness of a locally rooted aviation community. Students benefit from a wide-open prairie airspace that’s uncongested and ideal for learning, along with reliable weather that allows for more flying days throughout the year.

Our instructors are experienced, supportive, and genuinely invested in helping new pilots succeed. Our school is well-maintained and equipped with modern aircraft, creating a safe, confidence-building atmosphere. You’re not just earning your license here, you’re joining a community that wants to see you thrive.

Getting Started

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Introduction

Book a discovery flight and chat with an instructor.

Medical

Complete your aviation medical assessment.

Discover Careers in Aviation

Provincial Airways loves to hire graduates! Graduates can pursue roles as aerial application pilots, flight instructors, and charter pilots.

Courses & Licenses

Recreational Pilot license

Successful completion of the Recreational Pilot Program qualifies graduates for a Recreational Pilot Permit issued by Transport Canada and a Certificate of Qualification. Recreational Pilots may fly single-engine aircraft during daylight hours with a maximum of one passenger, as well as ultra-light aircraft. Night flying and flights outside Canadian domestic airspace are not permitted.

Prerequisites:

  • Minimum age 16 for the flight test. Students may train and attend class up until then.
  • Must be able to obtain a class 1, 3, and 4 aviation medical certificate.
  • Must pass a written Transport Canada exam after ground school (online classes available).
  • Minimum 25 hours flight training (15 hours dual, 5 hours solo practice, plus cross-country flight).
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Private pilot license (PPL)

The Private Pilot License is the foundation for further flight training, including commercial training if desired. Private Pilots can carry passengers and begin with privileges to fly single-engine, non-high-performance aircraft. With the proper additional ratings, they can also fly at night, and instrument flight conditions.

Prerequisites:

  • Minimum age 17 for license (able to train beforehand).
  • Able to obtain a class 1 or 3 aviation medical certificate.
  • Complete a minimum of 40 hours ground school covering multiple subjects.
  • Complete a minimum of 45 hours of flight training.
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Commercial Pilot license (CPL)

If you are looking to start a new career in aviation, then the Commercial Pilot License (CPL) is the next step after the Private Pilot License. It allows you to fly Canadian registered, single-engine, non-high-performance aircraft for hire. Training includes commercial ground school, the written exam, and “time building” as pilot-in-command. During this phase, pilots can also complete their night rating and the required dual instrument training.

Prerequisites:

  • Minimum age of 18 for license (able to train beforehand).
  • Must obtain a class 1 aviation medical certificate.
  • Complete a minimum 80-hour ground school course covering multiple subjects.
  • Complete a minimum of 200 hours of flight training, 100 hours of which will be as pilot in command. Includes 20 hours of cross-country flight.
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Night Rating

Requirements:

  • Private or Commercial license.
  • Current Class 1 or 3 aviation medical certificate.
  • Minimum 20 hours flight time including 10 hours night flying time.
  • No flight test is needed, although training is provided by a flight instructor.
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Instructor rating

Earning a flight instructor rating is one of the best ways to kick start your career in aviation. A Flight Instructor Rating allows CPL holders to teach others to fly, making it an excellent way to gain flight experience and build skills. It’s ideal for those passionate about teaching while advancing their own theoretical and practical knowledge.

Prerequisites:

  • Commercial Pilots license (CPL).
  • Class 1 Aviation medical certificate.
  • 25 hours of ground school instruction covering teaching techniques of instruction.
  • 30 hours dual flight instruction with a class 1 flight instructor.
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Turbine Transition Training

Provincial Airways is pleased to offer a comprehensive turbine transition program that prepares aerial application pilots for graduation into higher performance higher valued aircraft. Following an extensive 24 hour ground school syllabus that teaches the relevant turbine engine concepts, and principles.

  • P&W PT6A-34AG Turbine Powered Aircraft
  • Train in your choice of a Thrush 510 Dual Control, or an Air Tractor 504
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Costs

All prices subject to applicable taxes, and subject to change without notice. Please contact the front office for the most up-to-date fees.

FLIGHT INSTRUCTION


Flight (On ground or In Air) Instruction $85/hour
Advanced Flight Instruction and Briefing (VFR OTT, Night and Instructor Rating) $90/hr
Flight Instruction in Owners Aircraft*
*Aircraft Equipment and Insurance required prior to training. Contact us for more information. 		$90/hr

AIRCRAFT RENTAL


All rental rates are wet (include fuel). *Subject to a fuel surcharge if applicable

Cessna 172 with G3X $220/hr
 

APPLICATION LICENSING FEES


PPL $55
CPL $80
All Ratings $30

DISCOVERY & SCENIC FLIGHTS


Discovery Flight

The perfect first step for anyone interested in becoming a pilot. You’ll meet with a certified flight instructor, learn the basics of how an aircraft operates, and take to the skies for a firsthand experience of flying an aircraft.

 
Discovery Flight (up to 2 Passenger + Instructor) $185

Scenic Flight

30 min. Scenic Flight (up to 2 Passengers + Pilot) $150
60 min. Scenic Flight (up to 2 Passengers + Pilot) $300

Training Aircraft

Cessna 172

160HP

100KTS (185KPH)

4-seater (3 passengers)

4 to 6 hours (740km to 110km) range

Several small private airplanes are parked in a row on an airport tarmac under a clear blue sky
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