IR
ClassicThe classic instrument flight training consists of theoretical and practical parts.
In addition to the classic training, we also offer Competency Based and Enroute IR.
Your training looks like this
Hours of theory in self-study
Hours of Presence Learning
Months max. duration of training
Theoretical training
The theoretical lessons include the following subjects:
- Air law
- General aircraft knowledge / instrumentation
- Flight performance and flight planning
- Human performance
- Meteorology
- Radio navigation
- IFR radiotelephony
Practical training
The practical training for single-engine aircraft (SEP/IR) comprises 50 hours, of which up to 35 hours can be flown on a simulator (FNPT II). If you would like to obtain the instrument rating for multi-engine aircraft (MEP/IR), you will need 55 hours, of which up to 40 hours must be completed in a simulator and at least 15 hours on a twin-engine aircraft. The authorization to fly multi-engine aircraft by sight is a prerequisite for this. However, it is more cost-effective to first obtain the MEP/VFR class rating (7 hours theory, 6 hours practice) after obtaining the single-engine IFR and then follow this up with the IR/MEP training (5 hours practice, no theory). If you already have a rating to fly multi-engine aircraft by visual reference (MEP/VFR), you will of course only need the IR/MEP training (5 hours) after obtaining the single-engine IFR. The training consists of two modules, which can be completed separately or combined. If you already hold a CPL(A) license and have already completed the basic module (fundamentals of instrument flying), the training time is reduced by 10 hours. The practical examination must be completed within 3 years of passing the theoretical examination at the FOCA.
Part of the training to become an IR pilot is the acquisition of a radiotelephony certificate. In addition, pilots may only participate in radiotelephony if a language endorsement is entered in their license for the language used. This applies to any language other than English, including German and French.
Voice IFR
In the IFR Voice course, you will learn the necessary basics of IFR radio communication in addition to the radiotelephony you have already learned for visual flight.
