PPL in Da-40 Canada?
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PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Hello,
I took my first flight yesterday in a c-172, and it was great. Can one do his or her PPL in a DA-40 in Canada? I know you can in the US, but I'm not sure if you can in Canada. I'm considering purchasing one, and would like to do my training in it if possible.
Thanks
Jeff
I took my first flight yesterday in a c-172, and it was great. Can one do his or her PPL in a DA-40 in Canada? I know you can in the US, but I'm not sure if you can in Canada. I'm considering purchasing one, and would like to do my training in it if possible.
Thanks
Jeff
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Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Hi Jeff,
I just did this myself in the last year. I think it's a great idea. If you register on the forum so I can PM you my contact info, I'd be happy to share everything I have learned.
(not sure if you can register without an aircraft but if not, search my tail number on the TC website to get my full name, then Google to get my office number. I just don't like to have crawlers pick up personal information on forums)
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I just did this myself in the last year. I think it's a great idea. If you register on the forum so I can PM you my contact info, I'd be happy to share everything I have learned.
(not sure if you can register without an aircraft but if not, search my tail number on the TC website to get my full name, then Google to get my office number. I just don't like to have crawlers pick up personal information on forums)
Louis
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Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Since the Diamond factory is located and London, Ontario and they have a related flight training operation I am not sure why you wouldn't be able to. You could call them to check. They probably have a DA40 they'd like to sell you.
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Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
And I know they have several DA42's they would love to sell youColin wrote:Since the Diamond factory is located and London, Ontario and they have a related flight training operation I am not sure why you wouldn't be able to. You could call them to check. They probably have a DA40 they'd like to sell you.
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Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Which part of the country are you looking for? In my area, there are schools with DA-40s at CYHU and CNV9. And there are others I'm sure.
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Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Hello Jeff, you can also contact me via this forum or my private Email, arresboy@gmail.com, I did my PPL on a 172SP and moved to the Diamond, we are thinking about selling it and moving to heavier faster iron or carbon fiber.
Im in Calgary Alberta
Im in Calgary Alberta
Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Hello all,
Thanks for the replies. I'm located in Montreal, and no schools around here use Diamond aircraft. As I understand it, it is up to the examiner to determine if he wants you to demonstrate a spiral or spin. Which the DA-40 is not certified for, which is why I asked if it could be used. Although some schools that use the da-40 have said to was not a problem. So I don't know. With all that being said. I think I will start liking for a diamond and take the plunge. Anyone Canadians have an early g1000 model they are looking to sell?
Jeff
Thanks for the replies. I'm located in Montreal, and no schools around here use Diamond aircraft. As I understand it, it is up to the examiner to determine if he wants you to demonstrate a spiral or spin. Which the DA-40 is not certified for, which is why I asked if it could be used. Although some schools that use the da-40 have said to was not a problem. So I don't know. With all that being said. I think I will start liking for a diamond and take the plunge. Anyone Canadians have an early g1000 model they are looking to sell?
Jeff
Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Hi Charles,Charles wrote:Which part of the country are you looking for? In my area, there are schools with DA-40s at CYHU and CNV9. And there are others I'm sure.
I'm actually flying out of CYHU. Using Air Richelieu. Which schools are you referring to? Would you be willing to chat on the phone. I sure can use some advice.
Thanks
Jeff
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Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Hi Jeff,
Air Richelieu used to have a DA40 but they don't appear to have it anymore, sorry. There is an older DA40 at CYHU (C-GBCK) that is operated as an aeroclub with seven small fractional owners. In fact a share is up for sale for $25k right now http://www.lespac.com/montreal/vehicule ... 5126D0.jsa . I believe CPAQ Aero gives flight lessons on that aircraft to the fractional owners and I'm pretty sure you could do a full PPL that way. This could be a cheap way to test DA40 ownership before buying your own.
I did my IFR on a DA40 with CPAQ that way.
Charles
Air Richelieu used to have a DA40 but they don't appear to have it anymore, sorry. There is an older DA40 at CYHU (C-GBCK) that is operated as an aeroclub with seven small fractional owners. In fact a share is up for sale for $25k right now http://www.lespac.com/montreal/vehicule ... 5126D0.jsa . I believe CPAQ Aero gives flight lessons on that aircraft to the fractional owners and I'm pretty sure you could do a full PPL that way. This could be a cheap way to test DA40 ownership before buying your own.
I did my IFR on a DA40 with CPAQ that way.
Charles
Re: PPL in Da-40 Canada?
Thanks Charles,
I called up CPAQ to get some info. Your right it is an easy way to get into plane ownership. Thanks for the tip.
Jeff
I called up CPAQ to get some info. Your right it is an easy way to get into plane ownership. Thanks for the tip.
Jeff