Earn Your Instrument Rating
Our program meets FAA FAR 141 instrument rating requirements, ensuring you receive top-notch training and education.
Save Smart, Learn Fast, Excel
45
program flight hours
2-3
Get your IR within 2 to 3 months
Why Pursue an Instrument Rating?
An instrument rating allows you to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), significantly enhancing your piloting skills and increasing your versatility as a pilot. Here are some key benefits of pursuing an instrument rating:
Earning an instrument rating significantly increases safety by enabling you to navigate through challenging weather conditions, which enhances overall flight security. It also broadens your opportunities, granting access to more advanced flying roles, including commercial pilot positions and long-distance flights. Additionally, mastering instrument flight refines your aviation skills, making you a more capable and confident pilot.
from PPL to FAA Instrument Rated Pilot
within 3 months.
45Flight Hours |
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99Ground Hours |
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Become an Instrument Rated Pilot.
Faster. Smarter. Safer.
FAA Part 141 Certified Flight Training Center
Authorized Training Supplier
Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training
Florida Department of Education
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Program Details
Instrument Rating Part 141
Cesna 152*
$14,175
Private Pilot License Part 61
Cesna 172
$11,538
* up to 172 lbs./78 kg.; 5’9”/1.8m)
Fees
FAA Written Exams, Practical Tests, FAA Medical Exam, Finger Print, FAA Records and Scheduling, Enrollment Fee, Renter Insurance, Books and Supplies (required and will be provided), Account Closure, Support, EFB which requires an estimated budget of $3,400
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Full Financing for qualified US Citizens, Residents, and Non-Citizen students living in the US. |
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Pilot Student Loans close in 14 days or less, offer flexible repayment options, ensure transparent terms, and accept lower credit scores. |
Age Requirements
US Citizens/Residents must be at least 17 Years of Age
Health Condition
Hold a 1st Class FAA Medical
English Level
Be Able to Read, Write, and Speak English at ICAO level 4 standards
Start your Journey to Flight Deck Here
Ground Training
Complete a minimum of 99 hours of ground instruction covering IFR operations, navigation, and meteorology.
Flight Training
Accumulate at least 35 hours of flight training, including instrument time and cross-country flight experience.
Examinations
Pass the FAA written examination and practical test to demonstrate your proficiency in instrument flight operations.
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FAQ
What is an instrument rating?
An instrument rating program allows pilots to complete their instrument rating training in a shorter time frame compared to traditional programs, often through intensive, focused instruction.
What are the 141 instrument rating requirements?
How fast to get IFR?
The duration varies based on individual progress, but our program is designed to be completed in a few weeks to a couple of months.
What are the benefits of an instrument rating?
An instrument rating enhances flight safety, opens up more advanced flying opportunities, and improves overall pilot skills and confidence.
What are the prerequisites for starting an instrument rating course?
Pilots must hold at least a Private Pilot License (PPL) and have a valid medical certificate to enroll in the instrument rating course.
How many hours are required for an instrument rating?
To earn an instrument rating, you need a minimum of 40 hours of instrument flight time, which includes actual or simulated conditions. Of these, 15 hours must be with an authorized instructor, and you must complete at least one cross-country flight of 250 nautical miles under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Depending on your progress, you may need more hours to build the skills necessary to meet the requirements and pass the practical test.