Pilot Institute

APRIL 4, 2025

Flight Training: Part 61: Minimum 40 flight hours (including 20 dual, 10 solo). Part 141: Minimum 35 flight hours. Checkride: Pass an FAA written knowledge exam and practical flight test (checkride). It gives you the ability to fly in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).

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Pilot Checkride Cabin Crew Airplanes 98

Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

An Instrument Rating is far more than a regulatory box to checkits one of the most empowering, safety-enhancing, and rewarding experiences youll have as a pilot. What Is an Instrument Rating? An Instrument Rating is an FAA certification that allows you to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).

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Pilot Weather Approach Visual Flight Rules 52

Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

Every airline/operator must establish a Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP). The list of inspections gets longer if the aircraft is for compensation/for hire, or if flown under instrument flight rules (IFR). Knowledge of these inspections is a required element to pass a checkride.

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Annual Inspection VOR Instrument Flight Rules Altimeter 64

Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

How Is The Pilot Shortage Is Affecting The Aviation Industry The aviation industry is experiencing a widespread impact from an on-going issue which is a shortage of qualified pilots to fill open positions at airlines and other commercial aviation careers. How Many Pilots Are Needed To Fight The Shortage?

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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Pilot in Command Airline 52

Pilot's Life Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Instrument Rating (IR) The Instrument Rating (IR) is an advanced certification that enables pilots to fly in a broader range of weather conditions. Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) The Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) is the highest level of pilot certification.

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Pilot Weather Instrument Flight Rules Checkride 52

Pilot's Life Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

. • Instrument Rating (IR) One of the most sought-after certifications is the Instrument Rating (IR). This rating allows you to fly in a wider range of weather conditions by relying on instruments rather than visual cues. Leopard Aviation is also known for 1st checkride passes, which is not always the case.

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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Checkride Weather 52