Instrument Rating Program
Rate Sheet
FAA Requirements
One IFR
Cross-Country
- At least 250 nm total distance
- Along airways or ATC-directed routing
- At least 3 different instrument approaches
- Landing at 3 different airports
40 hrs
Actual or Simulated Instrument
- At least 15 hrs must be dual training with a CFII
50 hrs
Cross-Country PIC
- Must include 10 hrs in airplanes
Program Overview & Rates
Individual Program
20 hrs Ground Instruction
15 hrs Pre/Post Briefing
40 hrs Aircraft Rental (Dual)
40 hrs Dual Flight Instruction
Books, Study Material
Total Estimate
Academy Program
24 hrs Academy Ground Instruction
15 hrs Pre/Post Briefing
40 hrs Aircraft Rental (Dual)
40 hrs Dual Flight Instruction
Books, Study Material
Total Estimate
Time Building
40 hrs Aircraft Rental (Solo) — Piper Archer III – PA-28-181
Time building is the process of logging the required flight hours as Pilot in Command needed before qualifying for your Instrument Rating checkride. Under 14 CFR §61.65, a pilot must have at least 50 hours of cross-country PIC time, in addition to the instrument training requirements.
Total Estimate: $7,800
All rates are subject to change without prior notice. Aircraft rental and instruction are billed based on Hobbs time, unless otherwise specified. Fuel surcharges may apply depending on current fuel prices. Published package prices, if any, are provided as estimates only; actual training costs will vary based on student proficiency, scheduling, weather, and FAA minimum requirements. Additional flight or ground instruction beyond minimums will be billed at the standard hourly rate. Payment is due at the time of service unless prior arrangements have been approved in writing. Unused funds on account are refundable, less any outstanding balances or fees.
2023 Piper Archer LX
The instrument training flagship. Full Garmin G1000 NXi glass, GFC 700 autopilot, leather interior, and factory air conditioning — the same flight deck you’ll find in regional turboprops and King Airs. Train on glass from day one.