We have been assisting students to reach their aviation goals for over 35 years. Our IFR and ATPL/IATRA seminars feature quality instruction from highly trained pilots, and valuable, practical course material presented in an atmosphere conducive to learning. Our learning material is available digitally through our AeroCourse App.

ATPL: Virtual Classroom (2 days): Apr 14-15 SAMRA and Apr 21-22 SARON. The SAMRA and SARON sessions (4 days in total) provide what you need for the ATPL or IATRA.

ATPL In-person Classroom (3 days): Toronto: May 8-10, Calgary: May 22-24.

IFR: Virtual Classroom (4 days): Apr 11-12 & 18-19.

IFR: In-person Classroom (3 days) Calgary: May 27-29; Toronto: May 13–15.

IFR: In-Depth Classroom (5 days) Brampton Apr 25-26 & May 1-3.

We have an exceptionally high pass rate with a guarantee to reattend if not successful. For more information and for additional dates visit: https://aerocourse.com/

ATAC is pleased to welcome Daniel Lapierre as Vice President, Technical Operations & Environment effective March 30. With nearly 30 years in maintenance and MRO leadership across multiple regions, he brings deep operational experience and a strong technical foundation. A licensed AME with an Executive MBA, Lapierre has led major maintenance programs focused on safety, reliability, and performance. His expertise will support ATAC’s work advancing operational excellence and environmental priorities.

Wings and Helicopters renewed its partnership with Premier Sponsor Porter Airlines to host the first leg of the Careers in Aviation Expo program this April at the airline’s Toronto Pearson maintenance hangar on April 11, 2026. With the support of dozens of exhibiting companies, the Careers in Aviation Expo program is designed to provide insight into a range of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aviation careers, including, but not limited to: Pilots, Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Air Traffic Controllers, airport and airline operations, aerospace engineering and design, and flight services.

Nominations for the 2026 Top 20 Under 40 program hosted by Wings and Helicopters are now open, with a submission deadline of June 15, 2026. The Top 20 Under 40 program is designed to recognize individuals demonstrating leadership, innovation, influence, achievement and dedication in Canadian aviation and aerospace. Nominations for the Wings Top 20 Under 40 program can be made through our website, where you will also find the program’s submission criteria.

Check out the 2026 edition of the Careers in Aviation Guide, produced by Wings and Helicopters, featuring dozens of leading educational and training programs for aspiring pilots and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. This year’s guide also includes a dedicated section for rotary-wing flight training, as well as an extended section on available scholarships and bursaries.

The Canadian Vertical Aviation Awards program is hosted by Helicopters, part of the Annex Business Media’s aviation group, which also includes Wings. The nomination process is now available online focusing on four awards: Leader of the Year, Maintenance Leader of the Year, Emerging Leader of the Year, and Community Leader of the Year. Nominate a leader of vertical aviation today.