INSTRUMENT RATING

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The Instrument rating will allow you to expand your margin of safety and skill set when weather is inclement. You will be qualified to fly through the clouds and land in conditions that would otherwise ground you. The training you will receive will make you a sharper pilot in all areas, and will greatly build your confidence.

What will I learn?

The instrument pilot must be proficient in flying solely by reference to instruments. You will become excellent at your instrument scan and cockpit management skills. Earning the rating also calls for an in depth understanding of the air traffic control system, advanced navigation and communication as a well versed understanding of meteorology and weather analysis. There is plenty to learn and master in this rating and FLYIT Academy will help you accomplish your Instrument rating.

Requirements

The regulations require that you log 40 hours of instrument flight training toward the rating. This training is best completed in a time frame that is fairly compact. We can also tailor the training program around your personal work and every day life schedule to make it more realistic with the time you can afford to spend.

  1. Private Pilot Certificate

  2. Third Class Medical Certificate

  3. 50 hours cross country pilot in command

  4. 40 hours instrument flying experience (minimum 15 hours with an instructor)

  5. Pass an FAA Instrument written test

  6. Pass an FAA Instrument Practical Test  (Final check ride)

What will it cost?

The cost of earning any of the pilot certificates ultimately depends on how well you bring it all together and progress through your training. Ideally the best formula for success is to plan out your time and finances to concentrate on your goals at hand. The most ideal plan would be to fly two or three times a week and put in a few hours of study every day.

Estimated Cost of Instrument Rating Training

  • 40 hours Cessna 172M flight time $6,000

  • 15 hours instrument flight instruction $3,150

  • Books and supplies starting at $195

  • Total $8,995

*Costs are based on the required Minimum flight training hours as set by the FAA. Actual costs will be based on factors such as student’s prior flying experience and currency, frequency of training, student’s motivation, and student’s rate of learning. National average is 50-60 hours of instruction.

Note: The regulations require the applicant to have 50 hours of cross country pilot in command time to take the practical test.
Note: FAA Examiner’s fee and taxes not included in costs.