What are the requirements/privileges for Ultralight, Rec & Private licences?
In essence, the Ultralight, Recreational and Private licences are like rungs on a ladder. You can start on a lower rung and work your way up, or you can go directly to a higher rung. As you go up the ladder your privileges expand, but only with the investment of additional time, energy and money. For information on licence costs and benefits click to Canadian Pilot Licences. (For the detail breakdown on cost calculations click to Pilot Training Costs.) Notice that we have provided two sets of figures for flight time and cost. The Legal Minimum number of flying hours is virtually never enough to reach the licence standard of proficiency. The Realistic Scenario is what most people take in actuality to reach the appropriate level of competency. Plan on the latter.
