FAQs

We fly our floatplanes from dawn to dusk, 363 days per year, weather depending. Even during the coldest months of winter, our coastal waters are ice-free and we have plenty of great flying days.

The weather is unpredictable around here, so we confirm the floatplane flight the day before and 2 hours before the flight.

Just call us on +1 604.513.9886. Reservations are strongly recommended, however are not always needed – we are often available on very short notice!  Call us to find out how we can fit into your schedule.

Wear what’s appropriate for the time of year. Bring an extra layer, just in case. The temperature drops as we climb. And though we usually fly lower than wheeled aircraft, we do sometimes fly into the mountain zones where it is cooler.

The amount of weight we can take depends on the aircraft, destination and floatplane charter. In general, if you (or it) can fit in the average automobile or airplane seat, you’ll be okay. For most charters, we limit passengers to 50 lbs of baggage.

Here are some questions about obtaining a float rating. Renting a plane?  Learn about PIC Aircraft Rentals.

We are open 363 days of the year weather dependant! Book approximately 1 week in advance Fall-Spring and at least 2 weeks in advance during the summer.

If we have good weather and availability the rating will take two full days for a committed individual.  The basic float rating is 7 hours Hobbs time.

We fly throughout the Fraser Valley. We may fly to Pitt, Alloutte, Stave and Harrison lakes for the rating.Our hangar is located on the Fraser River at YPK, Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Learn More

We have 2 commercially registered Cessna 180’s for the rating and a DeHavilland Beaver, should you wish to check off a bucket list item! The Beavers are dual yoke equipped and flown dual only.

Yes. Our seaplanes are dual-yoke equipped. Pilots, check our our training page, our tours page which includes flightseeing for pilots, or call us to discuss.

You can, but only if you’re a current student in our 50-Hour Bush Pilot Program or can fulfill specific requirements. We also have a plane rental company,  PIC Aircraft Rentals. Please call us to discuss.

If you plan to do dual training, bring your pilot’s license and current medical. Please bring along your logbook.

If you want to fly solo, you’ll need to have a float rating, your pilot’s licence and your logbook. If your licence is not from Canada, you’ll need a Foreign Licence Validation Certificate (FLVC), which you get from Transport Canada.

You have to have at least a Private Pilot’s License (PPL). Here are the rules on staying current.

Transport Canada regulations state you can only get a Canadian seaplane rating on a Canadian license. Start with our Foreign Pilot FAQ to get ideas about training in Canada.

Contact the Transport Canada office for the Pacific Region:
3600 Lysander Lane
Richmond, BC V7B 1C3
+1 (604) 666-5571
E-mail: aviationservicesatl-servicesaviationatl.tc@tc.gc.ca
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3600 Lysander Lane
Richmond, BC V7B 1C3
+1 (604) 666-5571
E-mail: aviationservicesatl-servicesaviationatl.tc@tc.gc.ca

Ground school takes place in our hangar at Pitt Meadows.

Yes, you will be the sole occupant of the float plane during the solo phase.

Our rates for our 7 and 15 hour ratings, our 50 hour Career Bush Pilot Course, and the Back to the Bush program are on our Float Training page.  We also have an hourly training rate for pilots wishing to build skills or hours.

There is a $50 cancellation fee if the flight is cancelled within 12 hours of booking.There is no Cancellation fee if flight cancelled due to weather/maintenance etc.