Instrument Rating (CB-IR)

We offer a competency based (CB-IR) course for both Single Engine (SE) and Multi Engine (ME) instrument ratings. The CB-IR course means that we may be able to credit a significant amount (30 hours) of prior instrument flight time.

Average* course duration
5-6 weeks
Simulator
30 hrs
Flight training
10-15 hrs
Starting from
£14,599

Pre-requisites

The following requirements are required to enroll and commence training for this course:
PPL(A) or CPL(A)
An aircraft pilot licence with a valid night rating is required
50 Hours
Cross country PIC experience with at least 10 hours on aircraft
Theory Exams
You will need to have passed the applicable ATPL/CPL/IR theory exams
Class 1/2 Medical
Valid Class 1 or Class 2 (with Audiogram) Medical

Pricing

Depending on your previous instrument experience, you may be able to credit hours towards the course and significantly reduce the cost. For both a single and multi engine CB-IR, 30 hours can be credited. More finite information on our aircraft pricing can be found at the pricing page.
Single Engine CB-IR (SE-IR)
These prices are inclusive of VAT and are based on the minimum hour requirements and should be used as a guide only.
ItemCost
25 Hours - DA40 Simulator£7,000
15 Hours - DA40 Aircraft£5,925
2 Hours - DA40 Aircraft (Skills Test)£620
Examiner CAA fees£1,054
Total£14,599
Multi Engine CB-IR (ME-IR)
These prices are inclusive of VAT and are based on the minimum hour requirements and should be used as a guide only.
ItemCost
30 Hours - DA42 Simulator£10,500
15 Hours - DA42 Aircraft£10,500
2 Hours - DA42 Aircraft (Skills Test)£1,280
Examiner CAA fees£1,054
Total£23,334

Frequently asked questions

*Average course duration is dependent on external factors such as weather conditions, aircraft availability, and other unforeseen circumstances and should be used as a guide only.

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