Wings Banquet
event details
WWFC Wings Banquet
Friday, March 28, 2025
Bingemans
425 Bingemans Centre Dr,
Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7
Wings Banquet
The WWFC Wings Banquet is happening on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Bingemans in Kitchener!
The Wings Banquet gala is dedicated to celebrating the incredible achievements of our 2024 student pilots. During the evening, we’ll also celebrate our scholarship recipients, award winners, and top-performing students, recognizing their hard work and commitment to aviation excellence.
Before dinner, we’re hosting a 2-hour networking event with our airline partners—a fantastic opportunity to connect and explore career paths.
Invitations: If you received a license and/or rating in 2024, please check your email for an invitation with a complimentary ticket (sent on February 13). If you earned a license or rating and did not get an email, please contact info@wwfc.ca.
Tickets: Didn’t earn a license or rating in 2024? No problem! You’re still welcome to attend. Tickets are now available for purchase on our Eventbrite page here!
RSVP DEADLINE: March 3, 2025
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 event attendees a special group rate starting at $169 per night. The online reservation link is here. The last day to book at the group rate is February 26.
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 2024 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.
