EASA IR (A)

EASA Instrument Rating

Instrument rating - EASA IR (A) is a qualification that extends the privileges of EASA PPL (A) and allows a pilot to fly according to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).

Instrument rating - EASA IR(A) is a qualification that extends the privileges of EASA PPL(A) and allows a pilot to fly according to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) with a minimum decision height for the landing of 60m (200 feet). Once you complete your Instrument Rating training, you will get your IR/SE(A) qualification added to your EASA Private Pilot License - EASA PPL(A). In case of a Multi Engine IR (A), the privilege can be extended to Multi-engine operations.

IR (A) Features

• Extends the privileges of PPL(A) or CPL(A)
• Allows to fly according to IFR in a cloud and other circumstances of reduced visibility
• Flexible personal schedule
• Increasing knowledge level
• High quality of education under EASA standards

Course Entry Requirements

• To be a PPL(A) holder
• To be at least Class 2 Medical with audio extension holder
• To be proficient in the English language
• To fly at least 50 hours cross-country as Pilot-in-Command
• To have your theoretical exams passed
• To have sufficient knowledge of Mathematics and Physics

Ground Training

The theoretical training is provided in a form of ground briefings to help you understand what will be expected of you in the following flight. The briefings are divided into 3 stages.

Flight Training

Flight training consists of two modules – basic instrument flight module (BIFM) and procedural instrument flight module for a total of 50 flight hours if you are not Commercial Pilot License – CPL(A) holder, yet or 40 hours if you are already a CPL(A) holder.

Practical Exams

The practical examination includes flight preparation and the flight part itself with an examiner, you will need to demonstrate your ability to:

• Prepare your flight according to the regulation including weather, flight planning, alternate, performances and you will be interrogated by your examiner on all these points
• Operate the airplane within its limitations
• Complete all maneuvers with smoothness and accuracy
• Exercise good judgment and airmanship
• Apply your aeronautical knowledge
• Maintain control of the airplane at all times
• Respect all regulations and limitation specific of IFR flights