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Diploma of Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot in Rotary-Wing
British Columbia Institute of Technology
- Richmond, Canada
- 1.08 years
- English
- Hybrid
- Diploma
About the program
A 57-week diploma combining fixed-wing and helicopter flight training with academic study.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods in Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot in Rotary-Wing. Evaluate relevant challenges and evidence. Communicate professional or academic findings. These are indicative outcomes
- not verified university learning objectives.
Career outcomes
- Commercial rotary-wing pilot
- further study (Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management)
Curriculum
- 57-week integrated programme bringing fixed-wing and rotary-wing flight training together with industry-focused academic courses. Flight instruction is provided by partner schools Pacific Flying Club and Chinook Helicopters
- and learners graduate with a BCIT diploma and the flight qualifications completed in the programme.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation with English Studies 12 (67%
- Category 2) for most diplomas
- Category 3 (50%) for some trades-related diplomas and Category 1 (73%) for Strategic Human Resources Management. Programme maths or science such as Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11 at 67%. Advanced diplomas require a prior diploma or degree. Entry is first-qualified or competitive.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation with English Studies 12 and programme prerequisites (e.g. Pre-Calculus 11, Foundations of Math 11 or Workplace Math 11 at 67% for business diplomas)
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT 4.5 (new scale from 2026-01-21
- PTE Academic no section below 3.5
- Duolingo was 86 with no section below 20)
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Typically
- a passport copy
- academic transcripts
- graduation certificate and English language evidence where applicable. Confirm program-specific requirements.
How to apply
- Review eligibility and deadlines for Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot in Rotary-Wing. Prepare academic records
- identification and language results where applicable. Submit the official university or college application and supporting documents. Complete any program-specific requirements and pay any confirmed fees. Monitor the admission decision. Confirm international student documentation after acceptance.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $161,864 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $154 CAD |
| Deposit | $500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Aerospace Technology Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Transportation |
| Department | Trades & Apprenticeship |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 113 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Potential institutional funding may exist, but program eligibility, award amount and deadlines are not independently confirmed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
April 2027
Apply by
17 Nov 2026
3 days leftProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
17 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.08 years.
The next deadline is 17 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $161,864 CAD per year. The application fee is $154 CAD. The deposit is $500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (new scale from 2026-01-21, PTE Academic no section below 3.5, Duolingo was 86 with no section below 20), IELTS Academic 6.5. An interview is required.