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Multi-Engine Rating – Take Your Flying to the Next Level
To fly an aircraft equipped with more than one engine, a pilot must hold a Multi-Engine Rating. This advanced endorsement expands your flying capabilities and is an essential step for those pursuing commercial aviation or seeking to fly higher-performance, multi-engine aircraft.
Prerequisites
Before beginning your Multi-Engine Rating training, you must meet the following requirements:
- Education: A high school diploma or equivalent secondary school completion (Millennium Aviation requirement).
- Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
- Medical: Hold a valid Category 1 Aviation Medical Certificate.
Course Duration
- Full-time: Approximately 1 week
- Part-time: Typically 3–4 weeks, depending on flight scheduling and weather conditions
Training Requirements
To obtain your Multi-Engine Rating, you must:
- Successfully complete a flight test in a multi-engine aircraft with a Transport Canada-approved Pilot Examiner
While Transport Canada does not specify a minimum number of flight hours for this rating, most pilots require an average of 10 hours of dual flight instruction to prepare effectively for the flight test.
Refer to the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) for complete details on these minimum requirements.