Instrument Rating
IMC / IR(Restricted)
Fly legally through cloud and in reduced visibility. Master precision instrument approaches and enhanced airmanship at Sibson Aerodrome.
Instrument Scan Skills
Master attitude control and VOR/NDB navigation in IMC conditions.
Instrument Approaches
Execute ILS glidepath and non-precision cloud break approaches to CAA minima.
Legal IFR Privileges
Fly legally under IFR in UK Class D/E/G airspace when weather falls below VFR minima.
Official CAA IMC / IR(R) Requirements
25 Hours Total Flying
Total aeroplane time since PPL(A) issue (can include IMC training hours).
10 Hours PIC (incl. 5hrs X/C)
10 hours Pilot-in-Command, at least 5 of which must be cross-country navigation.
15 Hours Dual Instrument
15 hours minimum dual flight training, of which 10 hours must be by sole reference to instruments.
Written Exam & CAA Skill Test
Pass the IMC Rating written examination and a practical Skill Test with a CAA Examiner.
Instrument scan training — sole reference to instruments
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