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Group 1 and 3 Instrument Ratings
Group 1 Instrument Ratings are for conventional twin-engine aeroplanes, Group 2 for multi-engine centerline thrust aeroplanes, Group 3 for single-engine aeroplanes and Group 4 for IFR ratings on helicopters. The Course requirements are found in CARS 421.46.
Requirements:
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Minimum Age:
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17
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Medical:
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Category 3 or 1
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Pre-requisite:
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Private Pilot Licence
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Flight Training:
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-50 hours PIC Cross Country Experience on aeroplanes or helicopters with min. 10 hrs on aeroplanes.
-40 hrs dual instrument flight time with a max. of 20 hrs on an approved simulator.
-1 dual cross country flight under actual or simulated IMC conditions of at least 100 nm, IFR flight plan and approaches at two different airports to minima.
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Examinations:
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-Flight Test in accordance with TC test standards. TP 9939E – 7th Edition Dec 2005.
-Written Exam, INRAT with min. 70 %.
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CAR`s Reference:
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CARs 401.46-49 and 421.46-49
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Related Transport Canada Documents Available:
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Transport Canada Study & Reference Guide
TP 691E – 16th Edition, revised Oct 2006.
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Course Expenses:
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IFR Equipped Cessna 172M
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20 hours Dual Instrument Flight Time:
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$ 3940.-
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Books
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$ 250.-
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Transport Canada Licensing Fee:
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$ 30.-
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15 hours Ground Briefing ($50/hour):
- Instrument Procedures
- Radio Navigation
- IFR Approach
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$ 750.-
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TOTAL MINIMUM COST*:
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$4970.-
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*It should be noted that all prices are subject to GST and are quoted using the Transport Canada minimum requirements for each licence, permit or rating. All flight times are quoted based on the use of the IFR Equipped Cessna 172M. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Privileges/ Restrictions:
The holder of a licence endorsed with an instrument rating may exercise
(i) the privileges of the licence under IFR in accordance with Part VI, Subpart 2, Division VII in respect of the group of aircraft endorsed on the licence; and
(ii) the privileges accorded by a VFR OTT rating.
Skill:
An applicant shall successfully complete:
(i) a flight test in accordance with the Flight Test Standards - Instrument Rating (TP 9939E); or
(ii) a Pilot Proficiency Check (PPC) for operations under IFR in accordance with Part VI or Part VII, as applicable.
Knowledge:
An applicant shall have obtained a minimum of 70% on the written examination Instrument Rating (INRAT) which shall include the following subjects:
(i) Canadian Aviation Regulations;
(ii) Instrument Flight Rules and Procedures;
(iii) Meteorology;
(iv) Instruments;
(v) Radio and Radar systems; and
(vi) Navigation.
*Group 1 Instrument Ratings at this time are possible only if the student provides the twin engine aeroplane.
*Group 3 Instrument Ratings by pre-arrangement so school can ensure aircraft equipment certified for IFR Flight Rules and current publications available.
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