INSTRUMENT RATING CERTIFICATION COURSE
ROTORCRAFT/HELICOPTER | Robinson R22, R44, & S300
The Instrument Rating is essential to learning to fly safely in low visibility conditions — a skill that’s in high demand in the helicopter industry as new aircraft applications are realized. Regardless of whether you fly in actual instrument conditions or not, the Instrument Rating will give you the tools and knowledge you need for a safe career as a professional pilot.
Course Details
This course includes three stages of training which must be completed consecutively. Those students coming to the US on a student visa, or those utilizing veteran's benefits or the Alaska Student Loan Program must complete all three stages within 120 days each for a maximum course total of 360 days.
MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS
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Hold a valid Private Pilot Helicopter Certificate
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Hold a current FAA Third Class Medical Certificate (VA students must obtain a Second Class Medical)
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Pass an FAA Instrument Helicopter Knowledge Test
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Pass an FAA Instrument Helicopter Practical Test
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Obtain a minimum of 40 hours of dual instruction, including 35 hours of instrument time, and 30 hours of ground instruction as per course outline
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40 hours of dual instruction
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Aircraft Rental - 40.0 hrs.
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Instructor (Flight - Advanced) –– 34.5 hrs
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Instructor (Flight - Stage Check) 5.5 hrs
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30 hours of ground instruction
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Instructor (Ground - Advanced) 30.0 hrs
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For VA students only–– 16.0 hrs of preflight/postflight