About
Brandon Flying Club……
Considered to be one of the best flight schools in Canada, the Brandon Flying Club has a long history and has trained many new pilots through the years. We have had students from Canada, India and many other places around the world who have come to us to receive their pilot training.
We offer very affordable prices for top quality training, which is what draws many people to us for their own learning experience.
Why Choose Brandon Flying Club?
1. FULL SERVICE INSTITUTION
Brandon’s only full time flight school offering a continuous regular ground school and video assisted learning. Ultra-Light, Recreational, Private, Commercial courses and night endorsement are all available at the Brandon Flying Club.
2. COST EFFICIENT LEARNING
On average our license costs less than the national average. And of course, we are Canadian – which means if you are not from Canada your dollar has pretty good buying power here.
Accelerated learning is possible because we run a complete operation with top quality instructors and fully equipped training aircraft.
The Brandon Flying Club gives you the best value for your training dollar.
3. EXCELLENT WEATHER
Statistics prove that southern Manitoba has excellent weather and terrain for conducting VFR Flight Training.
4. THE RIGHT AMOUNT AND THE RIGHT MIX OF AIRCRAFT
For a varied flight experience Brandon has light aircraft, commuter twins, military trainers, commercial jets, and helicopters using their airport daily. With the practice area close by and no delays on the ground or in the air the student has the most efficient educational environment possible.
5. COMPLETE FACILITIES
There is a lounge in the Hangar as well as a flight planning room, briefing rooms, waiting room, and the flight office.
Maintenance, fuel, and storage are available at the Club.
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HISTORY
The Brandon Flying Club (BFC) was originally founded in 1929 as the Brandon/Virden Flying Club. In the early years the clubs’ facilities were located on Brandons’ North Hill, approximately where today’s “Purolator” building stands.
The BFC was incorporated under the Canadian Letters Patent on February 12, 1944. After the second world war, the club purchased hangar #2 at the Brandon Airport, which was used for pilot training under the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan during the war.
The BFC is still located in this original hangar, which was initially built as a temporary measure for the war effort, at today’s Brandon Municipal Airport. The current administrative facilities are housed in a lean-to on the hangar’s north side, which was rebuilt in the 70’s from all member-donated material and labour. The lean-to underwent major renovations during the spring of 2000 to accommodate the modern requirements.
Over the years of its operation, the BFC has trained thousands of pilots from all over the country, and many international students choose us to obtain their pilot license in Canada. During the peak of aviation enthusiasm of the 1950’s to 70’s, the BFC operated up to ten aircraft of its own at one time.
The Brandon Flying Club is a true not-for-profit organization, owned and operated by its members. A Board of Directors is elected annually by the eligible membership to represent their interests.
All persons using BFC facilities must hold a valid club membership. The fee is $50.00 per year for a flying membership. Please ask us about the details on Life and Sustaining memberships.
