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Do I need a license or permit to fly an Ultralight in Canada?

Do I need a medical certificate to fly an Ultralight in Canada?

What are the requirements to obtain a Student Pilot Permit?

What are the requirements to obtain an Ultralight Pilot Permit (ULP-A)?

Does an Ultralight Pilot Permit expire?

How much does it cost to get an Ultralight Pilot Permit?

Once I have an Ultralight Pilot Permit, do I ever need additional training or refresher courses?

What is the difference between a Basic Ultra Light and an Advanced Ultralight?

Do I need a different Permit or License to fly an Advanced Ultralight vs a Basic Ultralight?

Does an Ultralight Pilot Permit restrict me to flying only aeroplanes registered as an Ultralight?

What is “FAR Part 103” and does it apply in Canada?

Can I fly an Ultralight Helicopter in Canada?

Are there different types of Ultralight aircraft in Canada?

Do Ultralights need to be registered?

Do you need insurance to fly an Ultralight?

Do I need to wear a helmet to fly an Ultralight?

Can I carry a passenger in an Ultralight aeroplane?

What are the requirements to obtain a Passenger Carrying Rating?

Can I fly an Ultralight in restricted airspace?

Do I need a Radio & Restricted Operator Certificate to fly an ultralight?

Do I need an additional permit, license or rating to fly an ultralight with floats?

Can I fly an Ultralight at night?

Can I fly an Ultralight in IFR conditions?

Does an Ultralight require a transponder?

Can I do my own maintenance on my Ultralight?

Do Ultralights require annual inspections from an AME? (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer)

If I have a permit or license from another Country can I fly an Ultralight in Canada?

Can I fly an Ultralight across the border to the USA?

Can I rent an Ultralight aeroplane?

What resources are available to learn more about obtaining an Ultralight Pilot Permit?

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