This course
includes instrument navigation, instrument cross-country flight and instrument
emergency procedures. It provides training for flying on instruments,
meteorological conditions and in the clouds. It gives pilot precision flying
skills in an increasingly complex air traffic system.

Pilots without
the rating are prevented from operating aircraft in certain weather conditions
where visibility is greatly reduced, which limits their maximum allowable
altitude, restricts the ability to operate the aircraft at night.

Entry Requirements

• Be at least
  17 years old.
• Hold at least
  a current private pilot certificate.
• Proficient in English