Instrument is typically the next step pilots take in their training. An instrument rating allows the pilot to fly in what we call IMC (Instrument Meteorological Conditions). These conditions are essentially learning to fly more technically throughout the Air Traffic Control system and makes for capturing moments you'll never forget. Instrument training is very rewarding but also demanding. You are learning a new skill along with very technical information. We have a built in program to help you get your cross country hours along with your simulated or actual IFR time. We are always doing our best to get our students in actual IFR time. Here in Texas it's not as common but you can be sure if the weather allows and preflight procedures check out, we are going up in the clouds! Cost $13,000-$16,000 - Lively Aviation is a flight school in Cleburne (near Fort Worth) and Stephenville, Texas. With a dedicated team of seasoned instructors, we passionately develop proficient aviators, instilling confidence and professionalism. Our personalized approach adapts to each student's aspirations, ensuring safety and excellence. At Lively Aviation, dreams take flight, reaching new heights with every lesson, as students discover the exhilaration of aviation and make their aspirations a reality.

Training Overview

The rundown for instrument training: -40 hours of simulated or actual IFR time -50 PIC cross country hours -One 250nm cross country with an authorized instructor while being ATC routed. An instrument approach must be performed at each airport and 3 different approaches are required -3 hours of training within 2 calendar months leading up to your Checkride

Prerequisites Required

A person who applies for an instrument rating must: - Hold a current private pilot certificate or concurrently apply for a private pilot certificate with an airplane, helicopter, or powered lift rating appropriate to the instrument rating sought. - Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language. - Hold a current flight medical, at least third-class

Airport(s)

KCPT - Cleburne Regional Airport (near Fort Worth) KSEP - Stephenville Clark Regional Airport

Pricing Notes

Cost $13,000-$16,000 Your actual costs may be higher or lower, depending on your aptitude and effort.

Requirements

To meet the instrument rating requirements, you must have logged the following: - At least 50 hours of cross-country flight time as pilot in command. At least 10 hours must be in airplanes for an instrument-airplane rating. - A total of 40 hours of actual or simulated instrument time on the areas of operation listed in 61.65(c). - At least 15 hours of instrument flight training from an authorized instructor in the aircraft category for the instrument rating sought. For instrument-airplane rating, instrument training on cross-country flight procedures, including at least one cross-country flight in an airplane, is performed under instrument flight rules. This flight must consist of: - A distance of at least 250 nm along airways or ATC-directed routing. - An instrument approach at each airport. - Three different kinds of approaches with the use of navigation systems (Example: ILS, VOR, GPS, etc.). - At least 3 hours of instrument training appropriate to the instrument rating sought from an authorized instructor in preparation for the check ride within two calendar months before the examination date.

Training Length/ Recommended Pace

We recommend flying at least 3 times a week during your instrument training. Average time it takes is 4-6 months.