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Not every pilot needs an instrument rating, but it will give you the confidence to make a journey when the weather is less than perfect. You will have the skills necessary to make it safely to your destination if conditions worsen.

Just like all of our programs, we have developed a highly structured flight training syllabus to help you master the intricacies of instrument flying. Our training program operates under FAA Part 61. Depending each student's level of experience, we make an effort not only to teach instrument skills, but also to introduce Crew Resource Management (CRM) Training and concepts.


Estimated Costs

The cost of adding an Instrument Airplane rating to your Private Pilot Certificate will depend greatly on the amount of experience you have. The majority of new Private Pilots typically have around 5 hours of Pilot In Command (PIC) cross-country time and just over 3 hours of simulated instrument time. The FAA requires at least of 50 hours PIC cross-country time and 40 hours of instrument time to be eligible for an instrument rating. Our training syllabus is designed to help you reach both these time requirements, so that you will have the FAA requirements as efficiently as possible.



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Assuming you just completed your private pilot certificate, you will need an additional 45 hours of flight time to get your instrument rating. If you complete all of this time with one of our instructors, it will cost $6,012. In order to reduce this cost, we encourage our students to fly some of these hours either solo or with other Private Pilots that are enrolled in our Instrument Airplane Course. The recommended time in our simulator will cost approximately $500. Books, supplies, and exam fees will cost an additional $400. If you begin work on you instrument rating immediately after getting your Private Pilot Certificate, we believe a reasonable estimate to get your Instrument Rating will be $6,500.

If you have had your Private Pilot Certificate and already meet the minimum time requirements, it is possible to get your Instrument Ratings in under $2,000.

Instrument Pilot Ground Course - $595
Our highly structured courses and small class sizes will have you ready for your FAA Knowledge test as efficiently as possible. The time and money you save through our test prep courses can now be spent on other parts of your training - like flying! All of our classes are taught by FAA certified instructors who will ensure you are ready to take your written exam. Request more information / Start the Enrollment Process

Advantages of American Airman Ground Courses
Focus: Each course will concentrate on the required material so that you can pursue your flight lessons and pass your exam in the least amount of time.
Structure: The course material is presented in a manner that is easy to understand. The subject areas of each course are closely tied to the flying lessons you are taking.
Cost Savings: Completing the course will help you maximize your precious free time, and save money compared to others who try to learn on their own and repeatedly give up. Course fees listed below INCLUDE all books and study materials, AND the cost of the written exam (a $150 savings)! There are no hidden fees. One price pays for everything! American Airman uses ASA books and supplies for all ground school classes.
Flexibility: We offer night and weekend classes that fit your schedule. Our students receive priority scheduling for written exams and can test any day of the week. Feel free to give us a call anytime and an instructor can answer any of your questions!
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Instrument Pilot Ground Course - $595
The instrument ground course is designed to prepare those getting ready to take the instrument written exam or for those that wish to refresh their knowledge of instrument flying. This course reviews the required instruments and their proper use, physiological conditions, flight planning, departure, en-route, arrival, and emergency procedures. The course will include a review of weather, regulations, and aerodynamics.

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