College Program

Professional Pilot Diploma

The College Program is a 14-month, full-time Professional Pilot Diploma program at Brampton Flight Centre. Developed in consultation with Transport Canada, the Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC), and major Canadian airlines, this program provides students with the training and qualifications needed to begin a career as a professional pilot.

The College Program is registered under the Ontario Career Colleges Act and leads to a Professional Pilot Diploma upon successful completion. Graduates are qualified to work as commercial pilots and are eligible for airline pathway and mentorship programs offered through BFC.

Program Highlights

14-month intensive, full-time program
Over 700 hours of instruction including ground school, flight training, and simulator
6 training segments from Private Pilot Licence through advanced airline training
Developed in consultation with Transport Canada, ATAC, and airlines
Registered under the Ontario Career Colleges Act
Graduates receive CPL, Multi-Engine Rating, Group 1 IFR Rating, and Diploma
Eligible for Jazz and Porter pathway/mentorship programs
Not-for-profit structure keeps costs competitive

How It Compares to the IATPL

The College Program covers the same core flight training as the IATPL program but is completed in 14 months rather than 20. The IATPL program includes additional components such as CAE Level D simulator training, multi-crew cooperation (MCC), jet orientation, and ATPL written exam preparation that are not included in the College Program.

Both programs lead to the same licences and ratings (CPL, Multi-Engine, Group 1 IFR) and both qualify graduates for airline pathway programs. The choice between the two depends on your budget, timeline, and career goals.

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