The instrument rating is for those Pilots who need more utility from their flying than VFR flying allows. When you've got to go and the weather is bad, you'll use your instrument rating to pull you through. An instrument rating is also required for almost every commercial type of flying. With few exceptions, an instrument rating is an absolute must for the aspiring airline, commuter or freight pilot. Pleasure or business pilots will also benefit from their instrument rating by increasing their skills, lowering their insurance rates and increasing the utility of flying.

To obtain your Instrument rating, you must...

Hold at least private pilot certificate

Read, write, speak and understand English

Complete the aeronautical experience requirements

Pass an FAA knowledge test

Pass an FAA practical test

Aeronautical Experience

50 hours of Pilot-In-Command, cross-country time

40 hours of instrument flight time

One IFR cross-country flight of 250 NM

Price information

This sample doesn't include 50 hours of Pilot-In-Command cross-country time. See cross-country time building information. The rates are subject to change without notice.