Description: The Instrument Rating (IR) is essential for pilots looking to enhance their skills by flying in a wider range of weather conditions. This rating allows you to operate under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), focusing on advanced navigation and flight in low visibility.
Training Overview:
- Ground Training: Advanced instruction in IFR regulations, navigation systems, approach and departure procedures, and meteorology.
- Flight Training: 40+ hours under simulated or actual instrument conditions, including:
- Instrument approaches and holds
- En-route navigation using VOR, GPS, and other systems
- IFR cross-country flights
Duration: Typically 2-4 months, depending on student progress and availability.
Cost:
- Cost is around $9600 based on minimum of 15 hours Dual instructions and 35
hours of simulated instrument flying with a safety pilot
Outcome: The Instrument Rating allows you to fly solely by reference to instruments, expanding your capabilities to handle more challenging conditions.
