COVID-19 update
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic Calgary Flight Training Centre will be closed until further notice from Alberta government.
Please, stay at home and be safe and healthy.
Thank you for understanding
CFTC staff
That opens up new vistas
Welcome to the Flight School
Calgary Flight Training Centre is located at the Olds-Didsbury Airport in Alberta, Canada. We provide training for professional pilots and enthusiasts alike. Whether you want to become a weekend warrior or a professional pilot, Calgary Flight Training Centre offers many programs to suit your individual needs.
Our flight school is pleased to offer a fleet of new aircraft with G500 Glass Cockpit trainers operated by qualified instructors and Red Bird limited motion simulator which allows the candidate to practice all the possible approaches available in Canada.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic Calgary Flight Training Centre will be closed until further notice from Alberta government. Please, stay at home and be safe and healthy.
Thank you for understandingCFTC staff
For inquires about PPL and CPL programs call (403) 688-2232
Training based on Transport Canada requirements
Calgary Flight Training Centre students have been able to complete their licenses in much less time than national average saving more money.
Brand New Planes and Simulators
Our flight school offers a fleet of G500 Glass cockpit aircraft and two-engine PA-30 Twin Comanch plane, instrument flight training on a Red Bird limited motion simulator.
Taxi without delay
Olds-Disdbury Airport is in uncontrolled airspace. This means there is no waiting for Air Traffic Controllers to clear your take-off and landing. Olds-Didsbury Airport is a quiet and well maintained.
What’s On
Aviation industry news
How can Canada curb a pilot shortage? Get girls interested in flying early
Accordingly CBC News: Aviation groups are hoping that the past weekend event in Ottawa will help curb Canada’s pilot shortage by getting young girls and women interested in flying.
Meet the 26-year-old airline captain and her 19-year-old co-pilot
Their combined ages are just 45. But that didn’t stop 26-year-old captain Kate McWilliams and her 19-year-old co-pilot Luke Elsworth from flying hundreds of passengers to their destinations this week.
CFTC is accepting new students to take Accelerated Private Pilot Licence Program
/in Flight school news /by hozyaykaThe Accelerated Private Pilot License Program is designed to help you finish your license in as short as three months. The program’s flexible start dates allow you to fit the training into your specific schedule. Completion is based on individual student’s dedication and own scheduling
Calgary Flight Training Centre (CFTC) is seeking a full time Chief Flight Instructor
/in Career, Flight school news /by hozyaykaCalgary Flight Training Centre (CFTC) is seeking a full time Chief Flight Instructor. Preferably a Class 1 or 2, Multi-engine Rating, all CARs responsibilities
Calgary Flight Training Centre (CFTC) is seeking to immediately hire a Person Responsible for Maintenance (PRM) with experience
/in Career, Flight school news /by hozyaykaIt is the responsibility of the candidate for the role of Person Responsible for Maintenance (PRM) to be knowledgeable in all areas of aircraft maintenance, as required to meet the duties and responsibilities associated with the position of PRM.