Instrument Rating (IR)

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Cessna 172 N9301E

C-172 N9301E

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is an American four-seat, single-engine, high wing, fixed-wing aircraft made by the Cessna Aircraft Company. First flown in 1955, more 172s have been built than any other aircraft.

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Piper Arrow N2887Q

Piper Arrow N2887Q

The Piper Arrow IV is a reliable, retractable-gear aircraft known for its stability, efficiency, and excellent training characteristics. It offers a smooth, confident flying experience and is well-suited for advanced training, cross-country operations, and complex aircraft proficiency.

$15,750
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Instrument Rating Study Guide

Complete Requirements & Study Materials for Instrument Rating Certification

Study Materials & Reference Links

Download these essential FAA handbooks and reference materials to prepare for your Instrument Rating certification:

📖 Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK) ✈️ Airplane Flying Handbook (AFH) 📡 Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) ☁️ Aviation Weather Handbook 🛩️ Instrument Flying Handbook 📋 Instrument Procedures Handbook ✅ Instrument ACS 🗺️ TPP: Departure & Arrival Charts 📊 Low & High Alt Enroute Charts 📚 Aeronautical Chart User's Guide 🌬️ Basic Aerodynamics

Eligibility Requirements

FAR 61.65(a)

APPLICANT

  • Hold at least a current private pilot certificate (or apply for one concurrently)
  • Read, speak, write, and understand the English language

KNOWLEDGE

  • Knowledge training (home or with instructor)
  • Instructor endorsement
  • Pass the Knowledge Test

FLIGHT

  • FAR 61.65(c) flight proficiency
  • Aeronautical experience & training requirements
  • Instructor endorsement

Aeronautical Experience & Training Requirements

FAR 61.65(d)

Total Flight Time Requirements

50 HOURS PIC CROSS-COUNTRY
40 HOURS INSTRUMENT TIME
15 HOURS FLIGHT TRAINING

Aeronautical Experience Details

Experience Requirements

  • 50 hours PIC cross-country time (10 hours minimum in an airplane)
  • 40 hours instrument time (15 hours flight training from an instrument rated instructor)
  • 15 hours flight training including:
    • 250 nm cross-country
    • 3 hours in preparation for the practical test

Flight Proficiency

FAR 61.65(c)
Preflight preparation
Preflight procedures
Air traffic control clearances and procedures
Flight by reference to instruments
Navigation systems
Instrument approach procedures
Emergency operations
Postflight procedures

Training Device Credit

Full Flight Simulator or Training Device

FAR 61.65(h)

Simulator Credit

  • Maximum 20 hours of instrument time

Aviation Training Device

FAR 61.65(i)

Basic Aviation Training Device

  • Maximum 10 hours of instrument time

Advanced Aviation Training Device

  • Maximum 20 hours of instrument time
AC 61-65: FAA Approval of Aviation Training Devices
  • Defines basic & advanced aviation training device
  • Guidance on use of training devices

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