Multi-Engine Rating (MER)

A Multi-Engine Rating (MER) allows pilots to fly aircraft with more than one engine, expanding their capabilities and career opportunities.  It's a necessary step for pilots aiming to fly larger, more complex aircraft, or those seeking careers in the airline industry.  The rating focuses on the unique skills needed for multi-engine aircraft, including engine-out procedures, emergency handling, and performance management. This rating is often a prerequisite for many aviation careers, including airline pilot positions. It expands a pilot's capabilities and marketability in the aviation industry.

Pre-requisites:

• must hold a Private Pilot Licence or higher
• must be a Canadian citizen or a person admitted into Canada to undertake flight training
• must be able to read, write, and speak in English, without assistance
• must have a Current Medical (minimum Category 3) for the flight test

Training requirements

• both ground school and practical flight training, covering topics like engine failure scenarios, multi-engine performance, and emergency procedures.
• a pass of the MER flight test to the standard outlined in the Flight Test Standards set by Transport Canada

Privileges:

• allows a pilot to fly an aircraft with more than one engine