Instrument Additional Rating
This course is designed to add an instrument rating to a different category-class certificate that you already hold, thereby permitting you to fly under instrument flight rules (IFR) under the additional category-class.
Syllabus
The Instrument Rating Additional Course will teach the student how to fly a helicopter with reference to instruments. At the end of the Instrument Rating Additional Course, you will have acquired the aeronautical knowledge and flight proficiency necessary to pass the required tests to add an instrument rating to your pilot’s license.
Enrollment Prerequisites
- Must have an FAA Private or Commercial Helicopter Pilot certificate, OR
- Must have an FAA Private or Commercial Airplane with instrument privileges
Eligibility Requirements
- Read, speak, write and understand English
- Note: Up to 20 hours toward your instrument rating may be flown in our FAA approved flight simulator. See price breakdown.
Hours are based on Part 141 FAA minimums, not average completion times. Prices for books & supplies, the knowledge test, the FAA’s practical test and your medical certificate may vary.
For pilots with previous helicopter experience, Part 61 is a option with a tailored curriculum based on your needs. Please call for additional details and pricing.
R-44 students must be under 300 lbs flight weight.
Instrument Add-on Rating (R-44 Helicopter)
| COURSE COMPONENT | HOURS | RATE | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Flight Instruction | 18 | $575 | $10,350 |
| Pre/Post Briefing | 12.6 | $50 | $630 |
| Ground Instruction | 20 | $50 | $1,000 |
| Instrument Additional Rating Total | $11,980 | ||