Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Instrument Rating (IR) An Instrument Rating enables pilots to fly in a wider range of weather conditions by relying on instrument navigation. This training includes learning to interpret flight instruments, understanding instrument flight rules (IFR) , and executing instrument approaches.

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Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

Obtain An Instrument Rating One of the critical steps towards becoming a pro pilot after receiving your PPL is to obtain an instrument rating. This rating allows you to fly under instrument flight rule (IFR) conditions (low visibility), by relying solely on the aircraft’s instruments.

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Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Instrument Rating An Instrument Rating is a crucial certification that allows pilots to fly using only their instruments, enabling them to operate in poor weather conditions and complex airspace. Holding an Instrument Rating significantly enhances a pilot’s capabilities, making it a valuable addition to any pilot certificate.

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 16, 2024

You’ll need both US and Canadian charts for your flight, and all flights from Canada to a foreign state, like the US, must be detailed in a flight plan. Be sure to check the Canadian Aviation Regulations ( SOR/96-433 ) for details on filing a flight plan. It is a system used by the U.S. arrival.

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