Instrument Rating Course

The first stage of the instrument rating is basic attitude instrument flying (BAI). You will learn to fly straight and level, perform standard rate turns, constant speed climbs and descents, and numerous maneuvers all by reference to instruments.

The second stage of instrument flying is where you will learn about the IFR en-route structure and instrument approaches. You will plan and fly IFR cross countries using GPS navigation and VOR navigation. You will fly along airways, in controlled and uncontrolled airspace, learn the IFR functions of your avionics, become able to file IFR flight plans, copy clearances, interpret weather, and fly safely in the system. We like to take our students on real cross countries that encompass several states and travel through various airspace and weather systems to get as much practical experience as possible. We are also now teaching the capabilities of WAAS and the new Cirrus Perspective equipped aircraft and will ensure you have total proficiency with it.

The third stage is where you will become proficient at flying IFR approaches and prepare for the checkride. The training during this stage will build upon and incorporate missed approach procedures, holds, and circle-to-land approaches. This stage is completed when you pass your IFR check ride and are an instrument rated pilot.

The course is designed to be a 13 day accelerated course with the check ride on the 14th day. We are flexible with the schedule and can design a training program that works for you and meets your schedule. A structure we have found to work well is to split the course up into two one-week sessions with a 1-2 week break in the middle. We can also train over the course of five three-day weekends or whatever might best fit your schedule.

The course fee is $7,995.00 plus instructor travel expenses. We require that the instrument written is completed before training begins and supply you with a DVD course to help complete that task. We can work with you on the written and endorse you for the test before the commencement of training.