Instrument flight rules rating

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An Instrument flight rules rating empowers you to fly under instrument flight rules, granting the authority to navigate through clouds and low-visibility conditions solely by reference to the aircraft's instruments. This critical qualification significantly enhances flight safety and schedule reliability, allowing you to operate in weather that would ground VFR pilots and serving as a vital step toward a professional aviation career.

An Instrument flight rules rating empowers you to fly under instrument flight rules, granting the authority to navigate through clouds and low-visibility conditions solely by reference to the aircraft's instruments. This critical qualification significantly enhances flight safety and schedule reliability, allowing you to operate in weather that would ground VFR pilots and serving as a vital step toward a professional aviation career.

Hold a valid PPL or higher licence.

  • Hold a valid medical certificate (class 1 for commercial privileges; class 2 for private use).

  • Pass the required instrument rating theoretical examination.

  • Complete a minimum of 40 hours of instrument flight training; up to 20 hours may be completed in an approved simulator.

    • For a multi-engine instrument rating, a portion of the training must be completed on a multi-engine aircraft.

  • Complete all required briefings and ground instruction, with proper logbook entries.

  • Pass the instrument rating skills test with a CAA-approved designated flight examiner.

  • Submit all required documentation: logbook entries, proof of training, exam results, medical certificate, identity documents, and the skills test report.

  • Pay the applicable fees to have the instrument rating added to your licence.