Instrument Rating (CB-IR)

We offer a competenacy 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.

Course Details
5-6 Weeks
Average* Course Duration
30 HRS
Simulator
10-15 HRS
Flight Training

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 miminmum hour requirements and should be used as a guide only.
ItemCost
30 Hours - DA40 Simulator£6,000
10 Hours - DA40 Aircraft£3,450
2 Hours - DA40 Aircraft (Skills Test)£550
Examiner CAA fees£995
Total:£10,995
Multi Engine CB-IR (ME-IR)
These prices are inclusive of VAT and are based on the miminmum hour requirements and should be used as a guide only.
ItemCost
30 Hours - DA42 Simulator£9,600
15 Hours - DA42 Aircraft£9,750
2 Hours - DA42 Aircraft (Skills Test)£1,160
Examiner CAA fees£995
Total:£21,505

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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Get in touch with us to begin your training at EFT or schedule a visit.
+44 01329 888091
Hangar 6, Spitfire Way, Lee-on-the-Solent, PO13 9GA
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