Become an ultralight pilot

ULM plane, hang glider, paramotor, paraglider, or pendular

What device makes you vibrate?

Becoming an ultralight pilot in Quebec is easy and inexpensive!

At PassionAir Canada, we offer comprehensive training on several types of aircraft

Roughly how much does it cost?
Familiarization flight: $150 &+
Theoretical training: $600
Practical training: $2,500 to $4,000
ULTRA / HAGAR exam: $35
Ultralight permit: $150
Radio certificate: $100
Insurance: ±$190

COMPLETE ULTRALIGHT TRAINING

Easy as 1..2.. ..10

1. Meets Requirements and Conditions
2. Take a familiarization flight
3. Follow the theoretical training
4. Follow the practical training
5. Passed the pre-solo exam
6. Passed the Transport Canada exam
7. Take your solo flight
8. Get your ultralight pilot license
9. (Optional) Obtain your restricted radio operator certificate
10. Go fly alone safely!

Note: The order changes a little in paramotor and free flight

1. Requirements and conditions

To obtain an ultralight student pilot permit in Canada, you must:

1. Be at least 16 years old

2. Have proof of citizenship, such as a valid passport or birth certificate.

3. Submit a Civil Aviation Medical Declaration Form <Available here>

2. Familiarization flight

Ready to take it to the next level and soar like a bird?

Try ultralight trike flight with a familiarization flight! This is the opportunity to discover this unique experience without commitment.

Maybe the start of your racing career!

How much does it cost?
Familiarization flight: $150 and up.

Familiarization flight

3. Theoretical training

PassionAir Canada offers a comprehensive 20-hour theoretical course for aspiring pilots.

The course runs on weekday evenings and weekends to accommodate different schedules, and individual sessions are also available.

At PassionAir Canada, we are dedicated to helping people achieve their dream of becoming a pilot.

How much does it cost?
Theoretical training: $600

Theoretical training

4. Practical training

PassionAir Canada offers practical, personalized and tailor-made training courses for ultralight pilots, certified by Transport Canada, as well as for free flight enthusiasts.

Thanks to the flexibility of our offers and the presence of experienced instructors who offer personalized supervision and advice, obtaining a pilot's license, or libertist license, has never been easier.

How much does it cost?
Practical training: Between $2,500 and $4,000

It depends on your choice of ultralight device.

Complete Ultralight Training

5. The pre-solo exam

The PassionAir Canada Pre-Solo Exam is an incredibly important step in the learning to fly process.

This is a 50-question multiple-choice test that delves into the regulations, techniques and concepts of flight.

This exam not only ensures that you know the basics of flying, but also that you are confident and comfortable in the cockpit before taking the controls alone in your aircraft.

How much does it cost?
It's included

6. Transport Canada review

The ULTRA (for ULM pilots) or HAGAR (for libertarians) exam from Transport Canada is a necessary step.

This is an 80-question multiple-choice exam that covers the rules and regulations of flight, as well as special techniques and concepts.

In order to pass this exam, you must first have completed at least 50% of the prescribed flight hours.

How much does it cost?
ULTRA / HAGAR exam: $35

7. The solo

The solo is the moment you've been preparing for, the pinnacle of your racing career so far.

After completing all the necessary prerequisites, you are ready to fly solo.

This consists of two hours of flight with 10 touch and go included. During these two hours you will have full control of your plane.

8. The ultralight pilot license

Becoming a microlight or free flight pilot is an enriching experience.

Once the conditions are met (16 years and older), submit your documents to Transport Canada and wait for your permit.

Every learner progresses at their own pace, but with perseverance and practice, you will reach your goal. Good luck!

9. Radio operator certificate

In just a few hours of reading, you can get your restricted radio operator certificate, valid for life! This is essential if you want to use your aeronautical radio, and the cost is really cheap.

Take the first step, become an aeronautical radiocommunication pro and take flight!

How much does it cost?
Exam: $100

Radio examination

10. Go fly alone!

There's nothing quite like the feeling of flying solo in the sky.

You become one with nature and can't help but feel connected to something bigger than yourself. With only the sound of your device and the sound of your breathing, flying solo in the sky is a truly liberating experience that will fill you with joy, peace and wonder.