BC has weather, water and mountains to offer in the way of flying challenges. Mountain flying is a particular challenge that requires thorough understanding.

Once you have a PPL or RPP, you will want to explore. The mountains of BC provide some of the most breathtaking scenery to the pilot. However flying in the mountains is an activity that requires respect and study to make it safe.

VFC requires that anyone renting a club aircraft must have completed a mountain flying course before flying into mountainous areas. This course includes briefing on weather, navigation and maneuvering in the mountains - and specific decision-making challenges that the mountain flyer should be prepared for.

Contact the VFC office for details of the next course - invaluable for the experienced pilot new to mountain flying as well as the novice pilot.