Instrument flight rules rating

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  • 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.

  • 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.