Hour Building (Canada)
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Hi There,
I am a Brit who moved to Canada seven years ago.
When I came over I completed my Commercial licence and then Instructor rating. I am currently renewing this rating as I let it lapse a while ago and its quite a hassle getting it back.
I live in the Calgary area and I actually flew with Harvs last January, and yes, it was very cold but most of the days were VFR.
If you require any more details on the school or any other questions you may have please feel free to contact me. You will of course require a mountain check out for a trip across the rocks to Vancouver.
I am a Brit who moved to Canada seven years ago.
When I came over I completed my Commercial licence and then Instructor rating. I am currently renewing this rating as I let it lapse a while ago and its quite a hassle getting it back.
I live in the Calgary area and I actually flew with Harvs last January, and yes, it was very cold but most of the days were VFR.
If you require any more details on the school or any other questions you may have please feel free to contact me. You will of course require a mountain check out for a trip across the rocks to Vancouver.
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Hi there,
I am actually at Harvs Air at the minute and cannot recommend them highly enough. I am hourbuilding and doing CPL/MEIR - the school is very well run and all the instructors are fantastic and actually want to do their job rather than just building hours and waiting for a right hand seat. This is one of the schools most valuable assets. The runway is "challenging", but hey, if you can land here, your landings anywhere else will be fab ! There is a high ratio of aircraft to students and all are very well maintained - all in all, the best school I have been to. And no, I don't work for them ! Please PM me if you would like any further details .
Have fun (by the way, it is already getting cold here, so january will be FREEZING and I mean way below zero, but good VFR conditions. Bring boots and lots of socks !)
divorcingjack
I am actually at Harvs Air at the minute and cannot recommend them highly enough. I am hourbuilding and doing CPL/MEIR - the school is very well run and all the instructors are fantastic and actually want to do their job rather than just building hours and waiting for a right hand seat. This is one of the schools most valuable assets. The runway is "challenging", but hey, if you can land here, your landings anywhere else will be fab ! There is a high ratio of aircraft to students and all are very well maintained - all in all, the best school I have been to. And no, I don't work for them ! Please PM me if you would like any further details .
Have fun (by the way, it is already getting cold here, so january will be FREEZING and I mean way below zero, but good VFR conditions. Bring boots and lots of socks !)
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Hi,
Finals 40, I'm also looking to go out to Canada/ Florida in Jan after I finish my ATPLs. If I went to Canada, Harvsair would be my choice - they seem really helpful.
The only thing Im worried about is the weather at that time of the year. I know it will be cold but whats it like for flying? Any advce from others that have flown around there at that time of the year would be most appreciated.
Foz
Finals 40, I'm also looking to go out to Canada/ Florida in Jan after I finish my ATPLs. If I went to Canada, Harvsair would be my choice - they seem really helpful.
The only thing Im worried about is the weather at that time of the year. I know it will be cold but whats it like for flying? Any advce from others that have flown around there at that time of the year would be most appreciated.
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I flew there last January, most days VFR with temperatures of about minus 35. Dress warm and you will have fun.
Accommodation is on site but I would request a single room if available as the school attracts a lot of foreigners who seem to be hell bent on partying until all hours. Just a little tip.
Accommodation is on site but I would request a single room if available as the school attracts a lot of foreigners who seem to be hell bent on partying until all hours. Just a little tip.
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hour building in canada
Hi all,
I'm a low time FAA PPL(H) pilot. I'm just about to complete ATPL groundschool here in the UK & now have the daunting challenge of finding a reputable school abroad in order to achieve 100hrs(sfh).
I'm just wondering if anybody has had the opportunity of hour building in Canada?.
If so, I would really appreciate any advice along with the good/bad experiences that you may have had during your training.
cheers...
I'm a low time FAA PPL(H) pilot. I'm just about to complete ATPL groundschool here in the UK & now have the daunting challenge of finding a reputable school abroad in order to achieve 100hrs(sfh).
I'm just wondering if anybody has had the opportunity of hour building in Canada?.
If so, I would really appreciate any advice along with the good/bad experiences that you may have had during your training.
cheers...
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Hi SuperAviator,
Here are some places you might want to look into in Canada:
1. Laurentide Aviation Ltd
They have been in business since the late 1940's and are located just west of Montreal, in Cedres. The runway was actually built to minimize crosswind T/O and landings
2. Cornwall Aviation
Located in Cornwall, Ontario, they are minutes from the US border, and 45min drive from Montreal and about an hour's drive from Ottawa. They had a student residence (this was years ago) they may still have this available.
3. BarXH Aviation
Located in Medicine Hat, Alberta, about a 3 hr drive from Calgary. A/C prices were cheaper than in Montreal. The weather in Medicine Hat is dry with few IFR days.
I know of these places personnally and would recommend any of them.
4. You might also look into Moncton Flight Center, they are now running a JAA program. I don't know them personnally but have heard good things.
Good luck
Here are some places you might want to look into in Canada:
1. Laurentide Aviation Ltd
They have been in business since the late 1940's and are located just west of Montreal, in Cedres. The runway was actually built to minimize crosswind T/O and landings
2. Cornwall Aviation
Located in Cornwall, Ontario, they are minutes from the US border, and 45min drive from Montreal and about an hour's drive from Ottawa. They had a student residence (this was years ago) they may still have this available.
3. BarXH Aviation
Located in Medicine Hat, Alberta, about a 3 hr drive from Calgary. A/C prices were cheaper than in Montreal. The weather in Medicine Hat is dry with few IFR days.
I know of these places personnally and would recommend any of them.
4. You might also look into Moncton Flight Center, they are now running a JAA program. I don't know them personnally but have heard good things.
Good luck
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Hi all,
I currently hold a PPL(H) & have just recently completed ATPL groundschool. I am off to Canada @ the end of this month to gain a further 100 hrs on my license. I shall be based on the western coast in British Columbia.
I have spent countless hours revising my routes & trips on the places & things that are of interest for me personally, but was wondering if anybody else has suggestions (from your own experiences) on places that are a must to visit?
I plan on making the most of out of my hours, with plenty of cross country exercises.
Much appreciated
SA
I currently hold a PPL(H) & have just recently completed ATPL groundschool. I am off to Canada @ the end of this month to gain a further 100 hrs on my license. I shall be based on the western coast in British Columbia.
I have spent countless hours revising my routes & trips on the places & things that are of interest for me personally, but was wondering if anybody else has suggestions (from your own experiences) on places that are a must to visit?
I plan on making the most of out of my hours, with plenty of cross country exercises.
Much appreciated
SA
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Hi Peter,
I'll start by saying that in no way can I compare Canada to New Zealand or South Africa. I didn't really research or allow myself the option. In all honesty I wanted to go to Canada all along.
I guess I didn't want to travel as far a field as New Zealand & I have been to South Africa for a holiday. Whilst there I had the privilege of taking to the controls of a Jetranger while I was sightseeing Table mountain from the air.
The cost per hour where I am pursuing my flying in Canada is $430.00. Not the cheapest by far, however i've visited Canada a few times & I always told myself that I'd be back to conquer the land by air.
It's Slightly more expensive in canada. I have allowed for this in all aspects. Whereas I am familiar with the R22 model helicopter. The school that I shall be with primarily chooses to fly the Schweizer 300cbi. This is totally new to me, so I have given myself a new challenge.
Another reason for choosing Canada is for the similarities that it bears with the UK. With all the knowledge & experience I achieve flying in Canada I hope to bring this back to the UK & apply it during my CPL/IR.
Hope this helps.
SA
I'll start by saying that in no way can I compare Canada to New Zealand or South Africa. I didn't really research or allow myself the option. In all honesty I wanted to go to Canada all along.
I guess I didn't want to travel as far a field as New Zealand & I have been to South Africa for a holiday. Whilst there I had the privilege of taking to the controls of a Jetranger while I was sightseeing Table mountain from the air.
The cost per hour where I am pursuing my flying in Canada is $430.00. Not the cheapest by far, however i've visited Canada a few times & I always told myself that I'd be back to conquer the land by air.
It's Slightly more expensive in canada. I have allowed for this in all aspects. Whereas I am familiar with the R22 model helicopter. The school that I shall be with primarily chooses to fly the Schweizer 300cbi. This is totally new to me, so I have given myself a new challenge.
Another reason for choosing Canada is for the similarities that it bears with the UK. With all the knowledge & experience I achieve flying in Canada I hope to bring this back to the UK & apply it during my CPL/IR.
Hope this helps.
SA
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Why hour build in IFR helo?
SuperAviator,
You may be getting ripped off. A 300 CBI is IFR certified and will cost more per hour than you need spend for hour building. Go to Canada by all means, but find a school using 300CBs instead of CBIs.
Technically, you are not getting ripped off as the 300CBI costs more to operate. It is just not necessary to have the fancy kit for hour building.
You may be getting ripped off. A 300 CBI is IFR certified and will cost more per hour than you need spend for hour building. Go to Canada by all means, but find a school using 300CBs instead of CBIs.
Technically, you are not getting ripped off as the 300CBI costs more to operate. It is just not necessary to have the fancy kit for hour building.
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Thankyou Nimbus5,
Your viewpoint is very valid & I take heed, howerever there is a very good reason why I have opted to train on the 300CBI.
I have very low time hours & experience using instruments. The school in Canada is very aware of this & I have arranged with them to give me approx 20 hours of instruction as part of the building process. This will prove very effective to me for when the time comes for when I proceed my IR.
I have now confirmed & paid my deposit with the school in Canada. So far I don't have any regrets with the decision I have made. My reasoning is that even though the training helicopter is kitted out for IFR purposes, I shall make the very most out of what I have got.
SA
Your viewpoint is very valid & I take heed, howerever there is a very good reason why I have opted to train on the 300CBI.
I have very low time hours & experience using instruments. The school in Canada is very aware of this & I have arranged with them to give me approx 20 hours of instruction as part of the building process. This will prove very effective to me for when the time comes for when I proceed my IR.
I have now confirmed & paid my deposit with the school in Canada. So far I don't have any regrets with the decision I have made. My reasoning is that even though the training helicopter is kitted out for IFR purposes, I shall make the very most out of what I have got.
SA
