AER-AER7010 - Aviation Instrument Rating -- Private Pilot

Course Description

This course provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills needed to take the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) instrument rating written exam. Topics will include basic altitude, flight systems and instruments, holding procedures, ATC systems and procedures, instrument approach procedures, and emergency procedures.

Course Outline

• Stage 1: Instrument Flying & Navigation

Basic Attitude Instrument (BAI) Flight

Flight Systems & Instruments

Aeromedical Factors

Weather & Weather Services

Navigation Systems & Procedures

FARs, Pubs, & Charts

Knowledge Review

• Stage 2: Holding & Approaches

Holding Procedures

ATC System & Procedures

Instrument Approach Procedures

ADM, CRM, & Risk Management

Emergency Operations

Knowledge Review

• Stage 3: Cross Country

Cross Country Planning & Procedures

Knowledge Review

• Stage 4: Practical Test Prep

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the instrument ground school, students will have gained the knowledge needed to take the FAA’s instrument written exam.

Notes

Students must have successfully completed a private pilot ground school or currently hold a private pilot’s license.