INSTRUMENT RATING

This course prepares a pilot for flight conditions under IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) and requires additional instruction structured towards intensive training in flight solely by reference to instruments. This rating entitles the pilot to fly when the visibility and ceilings are low and weather conditions are marginal. We use our own ground school program for the ground training portion and a combination of our flight simulator and airplanes for the flight training part. Hours and cost below are based on minimum time required by FAA.

16 hours dual instruction in Cessna 172 @ 225/hr$3,600
15 hours ground instruction @ 50/hr$750
10 hours Redbird TD2 - BATD$490
6 hours solo (safety pilot) in Cessna 150 @ 120/hr$720
Books & supplies$100
Instrument ground school$225
Computerized FAA written test (at our site)$175
Check ride (scheduled with FAA examiner)$600
Total cost$6,660