INSTRUMENT RATING
Flying in inclement weather.
Copyright © 2017-2022 Elevation Air LLC
What is an Instrument Rating?
The Instrument Rating is designed to meet the challenges of flying in
inclement weather. It is required by the FAA for flying under
Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Generally, this is the next step for
individuals looking to pursue advanced training after obtaining a
Private Pilot Certificate. Students will train to Airman Certification
Standards while obtaining real-world experience flying in adverse
weather (when conditions permit). Our rental aircraft are equipped
with state-of-the-art GPS equipment approved for IFR operations.
Requirements
• Hold a current Private Pilot Certificate. • Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English. • Receive and log ground training from an authorized instructor. • Accumulate and log a specified amount of flight time from an authorized instructor. • Pass FAA Instrument Rating – Airplane Written Knowledge Test. • Pass an FAA Practical Test (Oral and Flight)Aeronautical Experience
FAA required 40 hours instrument time (simulated and/or actual) Must Include: • Minimum 15 hours dual o 1 IFR cross-country at least 250NM with three approaches o 3 hours checkride preparation o Minimum 50 hours cross-country PIC time (10 hours airplanes)Materials
The following materials will be required for your pilot training: • Cessna Instrument Rating Course • ASA Instrument Rating Oral Exam Guide • Current FAA IFR Aeronautical Charts. FAR/AIM & AFD (or Foreflight Subscription) • View Limiting Device (Foggles)
Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
1710 W Airport Road
Janesville, WI 53546
INSTRUMENT RATING
Flying in inclement weather.
Copyright © 2017-2022 Elevation Air LLC
What is an Instrument Rating?
The Instrument Rating is designed to
meet the challenges of flying in
inclement weather. It is required by
the FAA for flying under Instrument
Flight Rules (IFR). Generally, this is
the next step for individuals looking
to pursue advanced training after
obtaining a Private Pilot Certificate.
Students will train to Airman
Certification Standards while
obtaining real-world experience
flying in adverse weather (when
conditions permit). Our rental
aircraft are equipped with state-of-
the-art GPS equipment approved for
IFR operations.
Requirements
• Hold a current Private Pilot Certificate. • Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English. • Receive and log ground training from an authorized instructor. • Accumulate and log a specified amount of flight time from an authorized instructor. • Pass FAA Instrument Rating – Airplane Written Knowledge Test. • Pass an FAA Practical Test (Oral and Flight)Aeronautical
Experience
FAA required 40 hours instrument time (simulated and/or actual) Must Include: • Minimum 15 hours dual o 1 IFR cross-country at least 250NM with three approaches o 3 hours checkride preparation o Minimum 50 hours cross-country PIC time (10 hours airplanes)Materials
The following materials will be required for your pilot training: • Cessna Instrument Rating Course • ASA Instrument Rating Oral Exam Guide • Current FAA IFR Aeronautical Charts. FAR/AIM & AFD (or Foreflight Subscription) • View Limiting Device (Foggles)
Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
1710 W Airport Road
Janesville, WI 53546
