Instrument Rating

Once you have obtained your private pilot certificate, the next step for many pilots is earning their instrument rating.  This allows you to fly in more challenging weather conditions (low clouds and low visibility) than a private pilot.

General Requirements

​   Applicant must hold at least a private pilot certificate

   Be able to read, speak, and understand english

   Pass a written, multiple choice exam, with at least a 70%

   Maintain their FAA Medical

   Various minimum flight times must also be met