Is NOC 72600 (Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors) eligible for Express Entry?

Yes. NOC 72600 is a TEER 2 occupation, which is eligible for Express Entry including the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

What TEER level is NOC 72600?

NOC 72600 (Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors) is a TEER 2 occupation: Occupations usually requiring college diploma or apprenticeship.

Can I get an LMIA for NOC 72600?

Yes. All NOC occupations including TEER 2 are eligible for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) work permits, allowing Canadian employers to hire foreign workers when no qualified Canadians are available.

TEER 2NOC 72600 Express Entry Eligible

Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors NOC 72600, TEER 2

Transportation officers and controllers

Immigration Eligibility

Express Entry Eligible

TEER 2 occupations qualify for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

Category-Based Draws

STEMTradesTransport

LMIA Eligible

Canadian employers can obtain an LMIA to hire a foreign worker for this occupation.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Many provinces have PNP streams that accept TEER 2 occupations. Alberta, BC, Ontario, and other provinces run occupation-specific draws.

Official Definition

Statistics Canada: NOC 2021

Air pilots fly fixed wing aircraft and helicopters to provide air transportation and other services such as crop spraying and aerial surveying. Flight engineers assist air pilots with monitoring, troubleshooting and maintenance of aircraft systems and with pre- and post-flight inspections. Flying instructors teach flying techniques and procedures to student and licensed pilots. Air pilots, flight engineers and flight instructors are employed by airline and air freight companies, flying schools and by other public and private sector aircraft operators.

TEER 2 Explained

TEER 2: Occupations usually requiring college diploma or apprenticeship

Occupations typically requiring a college diploma, apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory experience. These include skilled trades and technical occupations. All are eligible for Express Entry.