Executive Compass Flight Institute

Executive Compass Flight Institute is a flight training organization with operations in British Columbia and Alberta. The company maintains facilities at Pitt Meadows Regional Airport and Calgary Springbank Airport. It serves students who want to become private pilots, commercial pilots, or flight instructors. The school focuses on creating a positive learning environment through teamwork between staff and management.

The school offers a full range of pilot training programs. Students can pursue a Private Pilot Licence, Commercial Pilot Licence, or additional ratings. Available ratings include Instrument, Multi Engine, Multi Engine Instrument, Night, and Instructor ratings. The institute also provides introductory training flights for beginners who want to experience flight before committing to a full program.

Ground school and classroom instruction support the flight training. The company offers ground school courses for private and commercial pilot students. Exam preparation classes help candidates prepare for Transport Canada written tests. These classroom courses are taught by instructors who focus on clear explanations and student understanding.

The training fleet includes seven Cessna 172 aircraft in M and N models. One Cessna 152 is also available for flight instruction. For advanced training, the school operates a Piper Seneca II twin engine aircraft. Two Alsim AL250 simulators provide instrument and procedure training in a controlled environment that replicates actual conditions.

An internal maintenance facility services the entire fleet. This ensures that aircraft meet safety standards and remain available for student use. The maintenance team performs regular inspections and repairs to keep operations running smoothly. This internal capability helps reduce downtime and supports flexible scheduling.

The institute uses modern technology in its training programs. Students access Flight Schedule Pro to book lessons and review course materials. Foreflight and iPads are used for flight planning and navigation during training flights. These tools help students develop skills that transfer directly to professional aviation environments.

The Pitt Meadows base features a control tower and a practice area located five kilometers away. Students train near mountains and ocean while flying in varied airspace. They also gain experience operating near Vancouver International Airport and conducting cross border flights. The company also offers scenic aerial tours over Vancouver and simulator experiences for visitors.

Services

• Private Pilot Licence
• Commercial Pilot Licence
• Instrument Rating
• Multi Engine Rating
• Night Rating
• Instructor Rating
• Ground School
• Introductory Training Flight
• Scenic Tours
• Simulator Experience