Instrument Training
We offer both the Instrument Rating (Restricted) 'IR(R)' and the full Instrument Rating
via the Competency-based Instrument Rating 'CBIR' route.
Which course is right for me?
IR(R)
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Quicker and simpler to achieve than the full IR, the IR(R) allows you to fly under IFR and in IMC conditions in UK airspace*.
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The Course
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15 hours, all dual instrument instruction
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multiple choice written examination
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The pilot must have completed 25 hours post-PPL flying before the rating can be issued
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skill test
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The Privileges
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You to fly UK registered aeroplanes in UK airspace
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Flight in IMC outside controlled airspace, (in Class G) and IFR flight in Class D or E controlled airspace with appropriate permission.*
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Flight out of sight of surface with a minimum take-off and landing in 1800m visibility.
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Let-down and Approach Procedures to published Decision Height or Minimum Descent Height and to undertake missed approach procedures.​
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CBIR
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The CBIR is a unique route for experienced pilots with a history of instrument flying to train for the full Instrument Rating (IR) in a way that reflects their experience.
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The Course
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Applications for the rating require 40 hours instrument training and experience, 10 hours of which must be at an ATO such as Cambridge Aero Club.
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Tailored towards your individual needs and experience, in order to bring you up to initial IR test standards
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The course aims to equip the IR student with 'real-world' aviation experience
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The Privileges
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The CB-IR affords exactly the same privileges to the holder as a full-IR and the skills test is identical. The differences are in the theory requirements and the flight training.
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To fly an aeroplane under instrument flight rules with a minimum decision height of 200 feet (60 metres).
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Globally recognised and respected ICAO rating that allows private pilots to fly anywhere in the world in variable weather, as long as they are well equipped.​​​
