What is an instrument rating? An instrument rating allows a pilot to fly in weather that would otherwise ground a pilot flying under visual flight rules (VFR). By learning to fly solely by reference to cockpit instruments it allows you to fly in clouds and low visibility without ever having to see the ground. During your instrument training you will learn to fly instrument approaches, holding patterns as well as acquire a more in depth knowledge of weather. Along with new maneuvers go new regulations governing instrument flight rules (IFR) that must be learned along with flying.

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Instrument Package


Guaranteed IFR Package
Item
List price
Total
40 hours Flight time in a Piper Warrior
$120.00/HOBBS* Hour
$ 4,800.00
40 hours of instruction
(combined flight and ground)
$ 40.00/HOBBS Hour-(flight)
Clock Hour-Ground
$ 1,600.00






Total
$ 6,400.00
Package Discount -$ 500.00
Net Package $5,900.00

50 hours of cross country PIC time is a prerequisite
Due to the extreme fluctuations of fuel prices, there are addidtion fuel surcharges that will be added to the hourly cost of the aircraft. These charges are subject to change as the fuel costs change.

Landing fees are not included and vary from airport to airport. Not all airports charge landing fees.
Specifications of the IFR Package:

Package must be paid in full

No Refunds

Must fly at least twice a week

The package cost is based on the FAA required minimums to recieve your IFR Rating. Any additional time neeeded to prepare you for your flight test, will be billed at the standard rate, or block rates can be purchased.

Program can be completed in 1-2 months.

*HOBBS time is recorded by a meter in the aircraft that runs when the electrical system is on.
  1. Although least expensive, the IFR Package is not your only choice. There are various methods of payment avialable. Contact our office for details.
  2. Due to the extreme fluctuations of fuel prices, there are addidtion fuel surcharges that may be added to the hourly cost of the aircraft. These charges are subject to change as the fuel costs change. Please call for current charges.
  3. Landing fees are not included and vary from airport to airport. Not all airports charge landing fees.
  4. When you take your practical examination you have a choice between the FAA and a Designated Examiner (DE). The DE charges for his/her services, which is not included in package.
  5. If you wish to get your instrument rating with a Garmin 430, in 199AV, then you must add $600. to the package price.