Instrument Rating Modular Course

The aim of the Instrument Rating Modular Course conducted by AAC Flight Academy is to provide candidates seeking their first Instrument Rating, a sound theoretical knowledge of A/C operation under Instrument Flight Rules, equip them with skills necessary for the Safe and competent operation of A/C under Instrument Flight Rules and to train them to the level of proficiency necessary for the issue of first Instrument Rating (IR).

Course Structure

Ground Training Curricula of Instrument Rating Modular Course

• Air Law ATC Procedures
• Flight Performance and Planning
• Meteorology
• Navigation
• Communications

The Training shall be given in the form of lectures by suitably qualified instrument lecturers

Pre-Entry Requirements

Minimum Age Requirement      

A Candidate registering for the Instrument Rating Modular Course shalt be at least 17 years of age (An applicant for a PPL shall be at least 17 years of age).

Minimum Educational and License Requirements

• A Candidate registering for the Instrument Rating Modular Course shall have obtained minimum of six passes including English, Mathematics and Science at the GCE Ordinary Level Examination, with a Credit Pass for English and a Credit Pass for either Mathematics or Science, or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, candidates shall possess a current and valid Private Pilot's License or Commercial Pilots License with Night Qualification, issued or granted or rendered valid ¡n Pursuance of Air Navigation Regulations of Sri Lanka.
• Furthermore, candidates shall have completed at least 50 hrs of Cross-Country flight time as PIC of A/C, in categories acceptable to the CAASL.

Medical Requirements

A Candidate registering for the Instrument Rating Modular Course shall obtain and hold a valid Class I Medical Assessment.

Language Requirements

A Candidate registering for the Instrument Rating Modular Course shall be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of written and spoken English Language.

Duration

Instrument Rating Modular Course comprises of 200 hours (minimum)of Ground Training comprising of Theory Instructions, Progress Tests and Discussions and minimum of 50 hrs (Single Engine NC) or 55 hrs (Multi Engine A/C) of Flight Training (which will be reduced by 5 hrs respectively if the candidate holds a CPL). The course will be delivered within a period of 4 – 6.

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