Flying / Exchange Summer Training Courses

Flying & Exchange Training Courses

During the summer the Air Cadet Program offers cadets the opportunity to attend Advanced Training Courses. Transportation, housing, food and training is provided by the Department of National Defense (DND) at no charge, plus a training bonus of $10 per day to a maximum of $60 per week and $360 per course is earned. This is to ensure cadets have to money to purchase incidentals, snacks and any other items that may be required while on course.

There are a number of different Advanced Training Courses ranging in duration from six to seven weeks for which Cadets can apply if qualified. Successful graduates of a Advanced Training Courses can apply for employment at select summer camps. There are plenty of choices so Cadets should discuss their possibilities with an officer to help ensure a successful career path.

The application process usually starts in Late October / Early November so be on the lookout for more information and sign up sheets.

Advanced Aviation and Technology

These two Advanced Aviation Technology courses are designed to further develop instructional ability in technical skills as well as introduce background knowledge required in the aircraft maintenance and airport operations fields. The courses are delivered by Canadore College, though cadets are supervised by Cadet Instructor Cadre staff. There are two distinct courses:

Advanced Aviation Technology - Airport Operations

The aim of the Advanced Aviation Technology Course - Airport Operations is to provide training in the areas of aerodrome operations, flight safety, and air traffic services.
6 Weeks -
Level 3 must successfully be completed by the end of the current training year.

Advanced Aviation Technology - Air Maintenance

The aim of the Advanced Aviation Technology Course - Air Maintenance is to provide training in the area of aircraft components, construction and assembly.
6 Weeks - Canadore College - North Bay Ontario
Level 3 must successfully be completed by the end of the current training year.

Advanced Aerospace Course

The Advanced Aerospace Course will provide training opportunities for cadets through the practical application for a simulated space mission project. Candidates should show interest and ability for mathematics and physics. In addition to on-the- job training, cadets will discuss subjects such as the night sky, aerospace components, orbital mechanics, space systems, rocketry, robotics and life in space.
6 Weeks -
Level 3 must be successfully completed by the end of the current training year.

Flying Training Courses

Glider Pilot Scholarship

The GPS is an intensive program of ground school and in- flight glider pilot training. Cadets who successfully complete their flight test and Transport Canada (TC) written exam will qualify for a Glider Pilot Licence and be awarded Air Cadet Glider Pilot Wings.

The GPS includes daily intensive physical exertion, such as running and pushing gliders. Cadets should be made aware of the fact, and prepare accordingly.

6 Weeks - RGS(NW) -
Must not hold any Transport Canada Pilot License
Must turn 16 by September 1 of the year the course is taken
Requires a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate from Transport Canada
Completed Grade 9 or equivalent by application deadline
Achieve a minimum mark of 50% on the CF Qualifying Exam
Cadets must have the funds to pay for the Transport Canada examination fee and pilot license application fee, for a total of $160
Certain physical limitations are made necessary by the gliders used:
- Height:
- min. 5’/152.4 cm
- max. 6’3”/190.5 cm;
- Weight:
- min. 90 lbs/40.82 kg
- max. 200 lbs/90.72 kg

Power Pilot Scholarship

The PPS is an intensive program of ground school and in- flight pilot training. Cadets who successfully complete their flight test and Transport Canada (TC) written exam will qualify for a Private Pilot Licence and be awarded Air Cadet Pilot Wings.

7 Weeks - RGS(NW)
Must not hold any Transport Canada Pilot License other than a glider licence.
Must turn 17 by September 1 of the year the course is taken
Requires a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate from Transport Canada
Completed Grade 10 or equivalent by application deadline
Achieve a minimum mark of 50% on the CF Qualifying Exam
Cadets must have the funds to pay for the Transport Canada examination fee and pilot license application fee, for a total of $160

Certain physical limitations are made necessary by the gliders used:
- Weight:
- max. 245 lbs/111.13 kg

International Exchange

The purpose of the IACE is three-fold; to promote friendship and goodwill among Air cadets of the participating countries, to encourage participants to develop an interest in international affairs and to reward those Air cadets who have rendered outstanding services to their squadrons over a period of years. The IACE is intended only for outstanding senior cadets who will represent Canada with distinction. Exchange cadets visit air bases, centres of industry, world landmarks, universities, cultural centres and museums, plus they experience private hospitality with families in their own homes. Host countries include: Australia, Belgium, China, France, Hong Kong, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Turkey, South Korea, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States of America.

2-3 Weeks - Various locations around the world.
Must be 17 years old by August 1st of the year the exchange is held.
Be admissible as a visitor to the destination country .
Air cadets selected to participate in the IACE will be required to purchase the official IACE clothing package at a cost of approximately $400 (if all items are required).