Instrument
Rating (IR)
This qualification teaches pilots to fly using Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) enabling flight navigation and flight by reference to instruments alone. This is particularly needed for low visibility or less than ideal flying conditions which keep Visual Flight Rules (VFR) pilots grounded. Be realistic, not everyday is a perfect sunny day. Stay in the sky and get your head IN the clouds.
Course Requirements
Prerequisites:
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Hold at least a current private pilot certificate
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Hold a current medical certificate
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Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
Course Requirements:
Log the following:
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At least 50 hours of cross-country flight time as pilot in command
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A total of 40 hours of actual or simulated instrument time
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At least 15 hours of instrument flight training from an authorized instructor
Pass a written and flight exam (checkride)