IR (A) - instrument rating (flight training)

The aim of the IR (A) flying training course is to train holders of either a PPL(A) or a CPL(A) to the level of proficiency necessary to conduct safe and effective flights in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) with a minimum decision height.

Students that are assigned to the course may come to the Flying Academy and use its facilities and materials for studying anytime.

Lectors are also available through appointment, outside of the official consultation days.

Course entry requirements

  • PPL (A) with night qualification or CPL (A)
  • Acceptable English language skills (speak and understant English language)
  • Valid class 1 medical certificate
  • Minimum age of 17 years
  • 50 hours of cross-country flight time as pilot-in-command (PIC)
  • Pass IR (A) theoretical course

Privileges

The privileges of a holder of an IR(A) are to pilot aeroplanes under IFR with a minimum decision height of 200 feet (60 m). Decision heights lower than 200 feet (60 m) may be authorised by the Authority after further training and testing.

Flight instruction

Basic instrument flight module :

  • Basic instrument flight without external visual cues (horizontal flights, climbing, descending, turns in level flight, climbing, descending)
  • Instrument pattern
  • Steep turn
  • Radio navigation
  • Recovery from unusual attitudes
  • Limited panel
  • Recognition and recovery from incipient and full stalls

Procedural instrument flight module :

  • Pre-flight procedures for IFR flights, including the use of the flight manual and appropriate air traffic services documents in the preparation of an IFR flight plan
  • Procedure and manoeuvres for IFR operation under normal, abnormal and emergency conditions
    • transition from visual to instrument flight on take off
    • standard instrument departures and arrivals
    • en route IFR procedures
    • holding procedures
    • instrument approaches to specified minima
    • missed approach procedures
    • landings from instrument approaches, including circling
  • In flight manoeuvres and particular flight characteristics

Exams

The applicant must demonstrate the ability to:

  • operate the aeroplane within its limitations
  • complete all manoeuvres with smoothness and accuracy
  • exercise good judgement and airmanship
  • apply aeronautical knowledge
  • maintain control of the aeroplane at all times

Price

The course fees cover the following items and services:

  • Theoretical training
  • Training manuals
  • Access to the Learning Management System and question bank
  • Instructor time
  • Aircraft rental
  • Simulator FNTP II rental


IR(A) - Instrument rating (Economy)
Description Qnt. Unit price Total
Instructor 50 31,- EUR 1 550,- EUR
Piper 38 Tomahawk 25 138,- EUR 3 450,- EUR
Piper 28 - Archer III 1 192,- EUR 192,- EUR
Simulator FNTP II MCC, ULT-28 25 113,- EUR 2 825,- EUR
Total (net of VAT) : 8 004,- EUR
Total (VAT included) : 9 525,- EUR

IR(A) - Instrument rating (Standard)
Description Qnt. Unit price Total
Cessna 172 SP 25 183,- EUR 4 575,- EUR
Instructor 50 31,- EUR 1 550,- EUR
Simulator FNTP II MCC, ULT-28 25 113,- EUR 2 825,- EUR
Total (net of VAT) : 8 958,- EUR
Total (VAT included) : 10 660,- EUR

IR(A) - Instrument rating (Professional)
Description Qnt. Unit price Total
Simulator FNTP II MCC, ATR42 25 158,- EUR 3 950,- EUR
Cessna 172 SP 25 183,- EUR 4 575,- EUR
Instructor 50 31,- EUR 1 550,- EUR
Total (net of VAT) : 10 104,- EUR
Total (VAT included) : 12 024,- EUR

Theoretical courses

Flight Training

Type Rating

Contact

Flying Academy s.r.o.
Stara Aerovka, Hulkova ulice
Pragu 9 - Kbely, 197 00
Czech Republic

E-mail: info@euro-pilot.com
Phone: (+420) 736 209 355
Phone: (+420) 736 473 700
URL: www.euro-pilot.com

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