Wings Banquet
event details
WWFC Wings Banquet
Friday, March 20, 2026
Bingemans
425 Bingemans Centre Dr,
Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7
Wings Banquet
The WWFC Wings Banquet is happening on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Bingemans!
This annual gala celebrates the outstanding achievements of our 2025 student pilots. Throughout the evening, we will recognize license and rating recipients, scholarship recipients, award winners, and top-performing students, highlighting their dedication, hard work, and commitment to aviation excellence.
Before dinner, guests are invited to attend a 2-hour networking event with our airline partners, offering a valuable opportunity to connect, learn more about career pathways, and engage with industry professionals.
INVITATIONS:
If you earned a license and/or rating in 2025, please check your email for your invitation — which includes a complimentary ticket.
If you qualified but did not receive an email, please contact info@wwfc.ca
To ensure you are recognized, all pilots who earned a PPL, CPL, ME, IFR, or FIR in 2025 must have their paperwork submitted to documents@wwfc.ca by January 15.
TICKETS:
Didn’t earn a license or rating in 2025? No problem! You’re still welcome to attend!
Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite here: https://wingsbanquet2026.eventbrite.ca
EVENT SCHEDULE:
3:30 PM – Networking event setup
4:00 PM – Networking event begins
6:00 PM – Guests seated
6:15 PM – Opening remarks
6:30 PM – Dinner served
7:30 PM – Keynote speaker
7:45 PM – Awards presentation
9:30 PM – Closing remarks
ACCOMMODATIONS:
The Courtyard by Marriott Kitchener is offering a 15–20% discount for event attendees. To receive the discount, please enter code S5861 in the “Special Rates” section when booking. The discounted rate is available until March 19.
For the hotel website, click here.
PARKING:
There is ample free parking on site.
DRESS CODE:
Semi-formal or more if you wish!
Can’t Make It?
If you cannot attend the Banquet, your certificate(s) and wings pin (if applicable) can be picked up at The Pilot Shop or mailed to you after the event.
We look forward to your presence as we celebrate our 2025 Wings recipients at this event!
The Meaning of Earning Your Pilot Wings:
Earning your pilot wings is more than just a milestone—it’s a symbol of dedication, discipline, and achievement in the world of aviation. It represents the countless hours spent studying, training, and perfecting the skills needed to command an aircraft. It’s a rite of passage that signifies not only technical proficiency but also the responsibility and trust placed upon a pilot to ensure the safety of their passengers and crew.
Wings embody the dream of flight, the pursuit of excellence, and the courage to push boundaries. For many, they signify the fulfillment of a lifelong aspiration and a step into an elite community united by a shared passion for the skies.
When you earn your wings, you’re not just becoming a pilot—you’re embracing a legacy of exploration, innovation, and service. It’s a proud moment that celebrates resilience, growth, and the start of an incredible journey in the limitless expanse of the sky.
