GROUND SCHOOL
Welcome to Durham Flight Centre’s online ground school in partnership with Canadian Flight Trainers.
Ground school is an important, but often underestimated part of flight training for the Private Pilot License and Commercial Pilot License. In partnership with Canada’s most elite online ground school provider, Canadian Flight Trainers, our students are provided with the essential theoretical and procedural training resources to achieve their flight training goals.
Online Remote Ground School
Ground school is delivered using an online asynchronous format which allows students to complete their training at their own pace from the comfort of their own homes.
Flexibility & Convenience
Learn at your own pace, from anywhere! The online platform is accessible 24/7, allowing you to study on your own schedule. Perfect for students balancing work, family, or school commitments.
Expert Instruction
The curriculum is designed and taught by experienced pilots and instructors, ensuring you receive the best possible guidance to understand and apply key aviation concepts.
Interactive & Engaging Learning
Enjoy high-quality video lessons, quizzes, and real-world examples to deepen your understanding of aerodynamics, weather, navigation, regulations, and more.
Up-to-Date Course Content
Ground school courses are regularly updated to meet Transport Canada standards, providing you with the most current and relevant information in the industry.
Ground School Course Options
PRIVATE PILOT GROUND SCHOOL (PPL)
Learn the fundamentals of aviation required for your Private Pilot Licence, including air law, navigation, meteorology, and theory of flight. This course covers all the ground school subjects needed for the Transport Canada PPAER Exam.
COMMERCIAL PILOT LICENCE (CPL)
Elevate your training and take the next step towards a career in aviation with the Commercial Pilot Ground School. This course is designed to prepare you for the Transport Canada CPAER Exam and build on your foundational PPL knowledge.
Online Remote Ground School
STUDENT PILOT PERMIT (PSTAR)
Prepare for your PSTAR exam with our comprehensive online course. Covering essential topics for all student pilots, the CFT course will equip students with the foundational knowledge to pass the PSTAR exam and earn their student pilot permit, a requirement for pilots to fly by themselves.
RESTRICTED OPERATOR CERTIFICATE – AERONAUTICAL COMMUNICATIONS COURSE
Master essential skills necessary to communicate effectively using an aircraft radio in the ROC-A Course. This program covers the knowledge required for all pilots to earn their Radio Operator’s Certificate issued by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.
HOW TO ENROL
Enrolling is simple and can be done in a few steps:
Enrol online here.
You’ll be redirected to our secure platform to choose your course and set up your student account.
Account access.
After signing up, you’ll receive immediate access to the online ground school materials.
Start learning.
Begin your course and start working towards your aviation goals! Support is always available if you need help or guidance.
About Canadian Flight Trainers
Canadian Flight Trainers was founded to provide valuable aviation training and education that prepares students to face the realities of being a pilot. CFT aspires to bridge the gap between theoretical and practical applications of aviation knowledge by equipping students with “hands-on” experiential learning through immersive and interactive courses. LEARN MOREFAQs about Canadian Flight Trainers
What is an Online Ground School?
Online ground school is a self-paced program used in conjunction with flight training. Our comprehensive presentations, videos, and questions will adequately prepare you for your Transport Canada exams.
Our online ground school gives you access to Flight Instructors and allows you to communicate with other students using our interactive forum. This lets you get the answers to your questions that much faster.
Is Canadian Flight Trainers approved by Transport Canada?
All of our ground school videos are conducted by Daniel, a Class 1 Instructor and Class 1 Aerobatic Instructor. We also have a team of experienced and practical flight instructors, commercial pilots, and airline pilots who have created course content and continue to offer support to students when required.
All of the ground school is conducted in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations and is allowed to be credited towards the appropriate permit or license.
Where do I record my ground school?
Student pilots can record the amount of time they have spent on their ground school in their pilot training record.
In any case, all students will be provided with a record of ground school at the end of their course, upon request.
Students who fully complete the course will receive a certificate with the actual time spent in their course.
Can I get tax receipts for taking these courses?
Yes. We are an approved educational institution with Employment and Social Development Canada and will provide a T2202 form for income tax purposes.
These income tax forms will be sent directly to the CRA at the beginning of the new year. In order for us to do this, you must provide your Social Insurance Number to one of our trained Tax Specialists.
Why use the Canadian Flight Trainer’s Ground School?
Our online ground school has been created in this century, not in the 1990s. Our content is presented using the best online learning technology available and includes a multitude of features like videos, PDF document libraries, access to instructors, and more.
Our cost is unmatched in the industry for the quality we deliver to you. Using Canadian Flight Trainers in your training is a no-brainer.
Do I need any ground school supplies for the courses?
There are some pilot supplies you can purchase from our pilot shop that would help you in your course. Some of the supplies may not be of use to you immediately.
If in doubt, we offer a comprehensive ground school kit which has all of the books and basic supplies you need to get started in your pilot training journey.
Does Canadian Flight Trainers provide support to their students?
Of course! There are a variety of ways that our students can get in touch with us, including phone call, email, or via our interactive forums.