self paced Instrument Rating on your own schedule
While a Private Pilot Certificate allows you to fly a vast number of aircraft, you are limited to flying in VFR (Visual Flight Rules) conditions meaning you will need to have visual reference during flight.
This rule can severely limit when and where you fly especially if you plan to use your aircraft for business. With Instrument Rating in addition to your Private Pilot Certificate, you will be able to take advantage of flights using Instruments only. This will allow you to fly in the clouds and open up a whole new world of flying. Instrument Rating is often a pre-cursor to higher ratings if you are planning on becoming a Commercial Pilot or considering a Career Path in Aviation.
Oregon Aero Academy's Self Paced Instrument Rating utilizes our Part 141 Approval to forego the necessary 50 Hours of XC time required in a Part 61 program offered at other schools.
Training Summary
- Self Study Ground School (Recommend Gleim Aviation, King Schools, or Gold Seal) OR
- 30 Hours of Intensive 1-On-1 Instructor led Ground School
- 6 Additional Hours for Stage Check and Mock Checkride
- 35 Hours of Intensive Flight Training consisting of:
- 14 Hours of AATD Time with a CFII
- 26 Hours of Dual Instruction with a CFII
- 10 Hours of Pre / Post Flight Instruction
Pre-Requisites for Enrollment
To Enroll into Accelerated Fast Track Instrument Rating Flight Training Program, the following must be met:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Enrollment Paperwork filled and completed
- For US Citizens:
- Current / Valid US Passport or Official Birth Certificate
- For Aliens, Approval from FTSP for Flight Training
- Current / Valid Driver's License
- At least a 3rd Class Medical Certificate
- Renter's Insurance Coverage
- FREE Enrollment for Ground School Prep: www.GroundSchoolPrep.com and login under Oregon Aero Academy
- FREE Enrollment for Electronic Logbook: https://oregonaero.LoggingPIC.com/signup
Materials and Supplies NOT included
- Our Courses do not include:
- Medical Certificate
- FAA Knowledge Testing
- Checkride Fees
- Quality Headset (ANR Preferred). Please have ready for your first flight
- Kneeboard: Recommend Flyboys: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pspages/flyboyskneeboard.php
- Before Instrument Rating: Apple iPad: iPad Mini is Recommended
- Before Instrument Rating: Airgizmos iPad Mini Knee Dock: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/pages/ps/kneeboards_ipad/11-14565.php
- Before Instrument Rating: Garmin Pilot or Foreflight EFB Subscription
- Before instrument Rating: Jeppesen JeppChart subscription for Garmin Pilot or ForeFlight
- Updated Sectional, Terminal, Enroute, A/FD, and Chart Supplements as needed
Student Responsiblities
With goal of obtaining an Instrument Rating in approximately 11 weeks, Oregon Aero Academy expects the following from all students enrolled in the Accelerated Fast Track Instrument Rating Flight Training Program:
- Attend all Ground School and pass Knowledge Exam within 1 week of completion
- Attend and be present in school at least 4 days per week, 8 hours per day
- Fly at least 2-3 Lessons per day (2-5 hours per lesson) each day
Estimated Cost and Fees
Please CALL to schedule an in-person discussion or MS Teams meeting if you are located outside of surrounding areas.
Payment Terms
If you opt for the 1 on 1 Ground School, students are required to to pay for materials/supplies and Gleim Private Pilot Ground School Kit and Class totaling $2,000.00. If you will be pursuing Self Study Ground School, no up front payment is required.