IRI Course (A): Instrument Rating Instructor
How to become an instrument flight instructor
The IRI(A) – Instrument Rating Instructor course prepares pilots to provide instruction for obtaining the IR(A) SEP instrument rating.
This is a course designed for pilots who are already qualified and experienced in IFR flight and wish to acquire the skills necessary to become instrument flight instructors.
The course in brief
35 hours
10 hours
About 30 days
PA28RT + FNPT II ALSIM ALX 500
What is the IRI (A) qualification?
The IRI (Instrument Rating Instructor) is a qualification that allows a qualified pilot to provide instruction for obtaining an instrument rating, within the limits defined by their own qualification.
Asteraviation’s IRI(A) course is dedicated to training for instruction related to the IR(A) SEP rating on single-engine aircraft.
Requirements for admission to the IRI course
The requirements for obtaining the IRI(A) certificate vary depending on the ratings a pilot already holds.
Pilots who do not hold an FI(A) rating
- hold a valid IR(A);
- having completed at least 800 hours of IFR flight time, of which at least 400 hours were in an airplane.
FI(A) license holders
- completed the required IRI course;
- have accrued at least 200 hours of IFR flight time in order to also provide instruction in an airplane.
How is the IRI course conducted?
The course to become an instrument flight instructor is typically completed in about 30 days. The duration may vary depending on the candidate’s needs.
The course includes a theoretical part and a practical part.
35 hours
Theoretical training
- The training includes 35 hours of theory.
- For candidates who already hold an FI rating, the theoretical training is reduced to 10 hours.
10 hours
Practical training
- The practical component includes 10 hours of training, with a portion of the activity carried out on a flight simulator.
- Holders of an FI qualification are entitled to a 5-hour reduction in practical training.
Aircraft and simulators used
Training for the IRI course is conducted using:
Piper PA28RT
FNPT II ALSIM ALX 500
Do you want to obtain the IRI qualification?
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