As you progress through your flight training you will be required to complete a variety of exams. Don’t worry, your flight school will tell you when it’s time to write each one. Some of the exams you will encounter during your pilot training include:
- Student Pilot Permit Exam (PSTAR)
- Radio Operator Exam (ROC-A)
- English Language Proficiency Exam
- Private Pilot Aeroplane (PPAER)
- Flight Test
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Level Flight offers you an extraordinary add-on service that ensures you are 100% ready to write your Transport Canada Exam. Through this service, you will have access to almost a thousand practice questions that closely resemble the actual exam. In addition to the practice exams, we also have the ability to issue your exam recommendation. These resources, combined with the Level Flight online ground school curriculum most effectively position our students for success in their initial exam experience.
Your journey to obtaining your Private Pilot License or Commercial Pilot License will require you to complete several exams. Level Flight offers the most comprehensive course curriculum, in-depth exam preparation modeled on the actual test structure, and exam recommendations to ensure you are thoroughly qualified to achieve successful outcomes in your examinations.
The Private Pilot Exams
Student Pilot Permit Exam (PSTAR): Before you solo for the first time you need to get your Student Pilot Permit. Think of it as the learner's permit for the car except this one lets you “drive” by yourself. This exam has questions covering the following topics:
- Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
- Air Traffic Control Clearances and Instructions
- Air Traffic Control procedures as they apply to the control of VFR traffic at controlled airports
- Air Traffic procedures at uncontrolled airports and aerodromes
- Special VFR Regulations
- Aeronautical Information Circulars
- NOTAMs
Level Flight offers a PSTAR prep course as part of our program. You will complete this exam at your flight school.
Radio Operator Exam (ROC-A): The exam is required to obtain your radio license. Also written at your flight school. Prepare for this exam with our ROC-A Prep Course.
English Language Proficiency Exam: This is designed to set some minimum standards to ensure everyone can properly communicate in the air. This exam is completed at your flight school.
Private Pilot Aeroplane (PPAER): This is the final exam for the Private Pilot Ground School course. It is administered by Transport Canada and can often be done at your local flight school. You must obtain a minimum of 60% in each of the following categories as well as 60% overall:
- Air Law
- Navigation
- Meteorology
- Aeronautics
In order to qualify to write the PPAER exam with Transport Canada, you need to receive an exam recommendation from an accredited source. Level Flight is authorized to issue these recommendations. We will guide you through the process to obtain your pilot exam recommendation when the time comes.
At this time, only students who have completed a Level Flight ground school course are eligible for exam recommendations from our training team.
The pilot exam preparation portion of our ground school curriculum will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to navigate the testing process and obtain your Private Pilot License. Included with your PPL ground school, or as a stand alone course, our new Adaptive Private Pilot Exam Prep provides you with a personalized learning experience. Connect with a student advisor to answer any questions you may have or sign up for our ground school training and take your first steps towards flight today.
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Flight Test: Covers all of the air exercises you learned during the flight training component of the course. This test is conducted in the flight training aircraft.
Commercial Pilot Exams
The required exams to become a commercial pilot are similar to those of a private pilot. Because you have completed all of the "new pilot" stuff such as the PSTAR and ROC-A, those exams are not required. The two you will concern yourself with at this point are the Commercial Pilot Aeroplane Exam (CPAER) and the Flight Test. Prepare for your commercial pilot written exam by contacting a Student Advisor today!
How to Become a Pilot in Canada
Becoming a pilot in Canada is an exciting journey that combines classroom learning with hands-on flight experience. Whether your goal is to fly for fun or pursue a professional aviation career, the process begins with proper training and certification. In Canada, aspiring pilots typically start with a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) before moving on to a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) if they want to fly for a living. Level Flight is the best choice to begin your pilot training journey. Click below to learn more about the typical process for becoming a pilot in Canada.
- Obtain a medical certificate
- Earn a Private Pilot License
- Earn a Commercial Pilot License
- Complete Advanced Training
Every pilot in Canada is required to obtain a medical certificate for the license they wish to hold (CAT 3 or 1 for PPL, CAT 1 for CPL). Level Flight recommends completing this step before or early in your training.
This process involves two main parts: ground school and flight training. Ground school will teach you the required knowledge, while flight training will teach you the skills in the aircraft. Ground school can be done before or at the same time as flight training. Make the best use of your time by signing up for Level Flight's online ground school. Click here to learn more about PPL training. This step can be your final destination if your goal is to be a recreational pilot. To become a professional pilot continue to the next step.
After completing the PPL, students who want to pursue a career as a pilot can advance to CPL training. This process is the same as the PPL with ground school and flight training components, but new and advanced skills are added to the curriculum. Click here to learn more about CPL training.
The next step in the pilot training journey is to obtain advanced qualifications such as a multi-engine and instrument rating. This step is required for anyone wishing to fly professionally but optional for those only looking to fly recreationally. Click here to learn more about advanced licenses and ratings.
What We Do
Level Flight is committed to providing an elevated, flexible online ground school experience, preparing a new generation of student pilots for licensing, and creating partnerships with flight schools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Pilot Training space in Canadian Aviation. If you are an aspiring pilot or flight training provider explore our strategies to transform Canadian pilot preparation.
Exam Preparation FAQ's
No. The course itself is not a requirement, however, you will be required to complete the Student Pilot Permit or Private Pilot Licence for Foreign and Military Applicants exam in order to obtain your student pilot permit. Taking this course will prepare you for that exam using Level Flight’s comprehensive and easy-to-use platform and guide you through the reference materials to successfully answer the questions.
This exam is administered by your local flight school. Your instructor will provide the exam to you when you are ready. Costs associated with this exam are at the discretion of the flight school but many do not charge for this.
Yes. Transport Canada is operating with full transparency. They have published the questions in the study guide titled Student Pilot Permit or Private Pilot Licence for Foreign and Military Applicants. The exam prep on Level Flight’s platform provides the study guides as an enhanced, easily navigated tool for our ground school students.
Our Team Is ready For You
The team of Ground School educators at Level Flight are highly skilled and experienced airline transport-rated pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, Flight Instructors, and other industry experts who combine knowledge obtained in the field with a passion to prepare the next generation of Canadian Pilots to take to the skies. We deliver quality, engaging course content through an online model that meets the needs of today’s student pilot. Connect with our team today to take advantage of Level Flight’s innovative e-learning methods.
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Level Flight is Canada’s best online ground school. It is our mandate to provide higher quality, more engaging training for Canadian Student Pilots. If you are seeking the exhilarating freedom of flight for a hobby or with aspirations of a career in the skies, Level Flight offers the best ground school experience available. Sign up for our online learning platform now and discover the adventure that awaits you at Level Flight.
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