Commercial Flight and Aviation Leadership at Fanshawe College

Become a leader in the booming aviation industry. Boeing estimates that there will be 804,000 global aviation jobs by 2038 and this three-year Advanced Diploma will provide you with a strong background to take a leadership position. 

Study safety management systems, Canadian Air Regulations, flight operations and logistics, airline operations, and maintenance all while completing a Fixed-wing Canadian Private and Commercial Pilot Licence with Multi Engine and Instrument Ratings. 

• Learn to fly in modern aircraft
• Gain experience in the classroom, state-of-the-art hanger, and in the cockpit
• Train on modern flight simulators
• Complete 750 hours of ground school training in preparation for Airline Transportation Pilot Licence

Professional pilot program in partnership with Diamond Flight Centre London Inc.

The program includes the option to complete a Fixed-wing Canadian Private and Commercial Pilot's License, including night, instrument and multi-engine ratings, enabling graduates to seek opportunities in varied aviation flight operations and business ventures as well as traditional airline transport flight positions.

Training aircraft and pilot's license training is delivered by Diamond Flight Centre, located at the London International Airport. 

Professional Pilot Program admission requirements  

• You must be a minimum of 17 years of age to begin the program and be a minimum of 18 years of age upon completion of the program (in order to be issued a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) per Transport Canada regulations)
• Have achieved a minimum education standard of high school graduation 
• Suggested to complete a minimum of 0.5 dual hours flight training experience (introductory flight)
• Category 1 Aviation Medical is required

Career Opportunities

This program will provide opportunities for employment in aviation environments, including flight operations, scheduling, supply chain management, commercial flight, training and administration.