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Instrument Rating Course

Instrument Rating Course

Course Part 141 Part 61
Requirements Features Requirements Features
Private Pilot 35 hours minimum total time Structured syllabus, FAA-approved curriculum 40 hours minimum total time Flexible training schedule, customizable curriculum
Instrument Rating 30 hours minimum instrument time Reduced instrument time requirements 40 hours minimum instrument time Adaptable to student's schedule
Commercial Pilot 190 hours minimum total time Structured commercial operations training 250 hours minimum total time Flexible timeline and training approach
Multi-Engine Rating FAA-approved syllabus hours Standardized multi-engine curriculum No minimum hours requirement Performance-based completion
Flight Instructor Structured teaching curriculum Standardized instructor training program No set minimum hours Flexible preparation approach

Note: These are minimum requirements. Actual completion times may vary based on individual progress and proficiency.

Eligibility Requirements for Instrument Rating

  • Hold at least private pilot certificate.
  • Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
  • Receive the ground training and pass the FAA knowledge test.
  • Receive the required flight training and pass the FAA practical test.
  • Hold at least a third-class medical certificate.

Flight Experience Requirements for Instrument Rating

  • Total 40 hours of instrument flight time (hood of IMC)
  • At least 15 hours of flight training from authorized flight instructor.
  • 50 hours of cross-country time as a Pilot-In-Command
  • Total training time varies depends on the person's previous experience.

Estimated Cost for Instrument Rating

Since Total training time varies depends on the person's previous experience, the training cost also depends on the previous experience. Please contact us and talk to CFI to figure out.

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Part 141 Training Syllabus

Our structured FAA-approved Part 141 instrument rating program with defined stages and progress checks.

  • Stage 1
  • 15 Hours

Basic Instrument Control

  • Ground: IFR Systems and Regulations
  • Flight: Basic Attitude Flying
  • Stage Check: Basic Instrument Skills
  • Stage 2
  • 20 Hours

Navigation & Procedures

  • Ground: Navigation Systems
  • Flight: VOR and GPS Navigation
  • Stage Check: Navigation Proficiency
  • Stage 3
  • 20 Hours

Instrument Approaches

  • Ground: Approach Procedures
  • Flight: Precision/Non-Precision Approaches
  • Stage Check: Approach Procedures
  • Stage 4
  • 15 Hours

Advanced Operations

  • Ground: Advanced IFR Operations
  • Flight: Complex IFR Scenarios
  • Stage Check: Final Evaluation

Part 61 Training Syllabus

Our flexible instrument rating program tailored to your schedule and learning pace, meeting all FAA Part 61 requirements.

  • Phase 1
  • ~15 Hours

Instrument Flight Fundamentals

  • Ground: Instrument Flying Basics & Regulations
  • Flight: Basic Attitude Instrument Flying
  • Progress Review: Basic Instrument Skills
  • Phase 2
  • ~15 Hours

Navigation Systems

  • Ground: Navigation Systems & Charts
  • Flight: VOR, GPS, & Airways Navigation
  • Progress Review: Navigation Competency
  • Phase 3
  • ~20 Hours

Approach Procedures

  • Ground: Instrument Approaches & Procedures
  • Flight: ILS, RNAV, & Visual Approaches
  • Progress Review: Approach Proficiency
  • Phase 4
  • ~20 Hours

Cross-Country & Test Prep

  • Ground: Cross-Country Planning & Emergency Procedures
  • Flight: Long Cross-Country & Checkride Prep
  • Progress Review: Checkride Readiness

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