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

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. Flight Training Flight training involves practical instruction in the cockpit, where you learn to handle the aircraft under various conditions.

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Pilot Weather Instrument Flight Rules Checkride 52

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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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Pilot in Command Airline 52