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)
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*.
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
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.
CBIR
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.
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
The Privileges
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.
