Reliable. Modernized. Maintained in-house.
At Skynova Aviation, we are proud to operate a modern flight school fleet designed to support every stage of your training. Our 8 Cessna 172s, Piper Seneca I, and Redbird LD simulator are maintained in-house and feature a mix of glass, hybrid, and steam-gauge cockpits, giving you real-world readiness from your first lesson to advanced ratings.
Fleet Overview
Our modern flight school fleet includes 8 Cessna 172s, a Piper Seneca I, and a Redbird LD simulator, all maintained in-house for maximum reliability and safety.
| Total Aircraft | 8 × Cessna 172 (K, L, M, N), 1 × Piper Seneca I, Redbird LD Simulator |
| Training Levels | PPL, CPL, Night, VFR OTT, Multi, IFR |
| Avionics | Mix of full glass cockpit, hybrid setups, and classic analog gauges |
| Maintenance | All aircraft maintained in-house by our certified team |
| Safety First | Routine inspections (50h/100h), clean interiors, Transport Canada compliant |
Whether you’re learning on traditional steam gauges or training with digital avionics, our fleet gives you the variety you need to build real-world readiness.
Cessna 172 Fleet (x8)
Classic. Reliable. Versatile.
Our C172s are the workhorses of flight training — perfect for private and commercial training alike. We operate multiple models (K, L, M, N), all well-maintained and regularly upgraded.
- Ideal for ab initio, night, and commercial training
- A mix of avionics setups:
- Full glass cockpit (Garmin & Dynon)
- Hybrid (glass + analog)
- Old-school steam gauge
- Comfortable interiors, clean cabins
- Maintained on-site for maximum dispatch reliability
Piper Seneca I
Twin Engine — Your Multi-IFR Platform
Used for multi-engine rating, group 1 IFR training, and advanced flight tests, our Piper Seneca is clean, capable, and upgraded.
- Fully IFR-equipped
- Upgraded avionics with Garmin digital stack
- Smooth handling, responsive power
- Maintained in-house by Birdlabs Maintenance
Our students tell us flying the Seneca gives them real insight into professional multi-engine ops. —
Ryan, Multi Instructor
Redbird LD Simulator
Certified. Configurable. Cost-efficient.
Our Redbird LD sim is Transport Canada approved and available for:
- Instrument training (PPL / CPL / IFR)
- Emergency procedures practice
- Time-building and cost-effective prep
Features:
- Configurable to match C172 or Seneca panel
- Recently upgraded to match our fleet avionics
- Affordable hourly rate = great training value
In-House Maintenance = Reliable Dispatch
We maintain our fleet locally through Birdlabs Maintenance, right at CYJN. What this means for you:
- Faster turnaround and fewer cancellations
- Routine 50h and 100h inspections
- Clean, professional aircraft — inside and out
- Transport Canada–compliant logs and standards
Student Testimonials
Training on both analog and glass cockpits gave me confidence in any cockpit environment.
— Raeez, PPL Student
The Seneca flies beautifully. The avionics were intuitive and well-configured for IFR prep.
— Christopher, Multi-IFR Graduate
Want to See the Fleet?
Come visit us in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu.
We’re happy to walk you through our aircraft, our simulators, and how our fleet supports your journey.
📍 22 Chemin de l’Aéroport, CYJN
📧 info@skynovaaviation.com
📞 514‑633‑7186