Elevate Your Skills with an Instrument Rating
Enhance your ability to fly in clouds, rain, and low-visibility environments with FlyTech’s structured Instrument Training program. Learn precision navigation, ATC communication, and weather strategy from certified professionals.
Fly with the team that’srevolutionizing pilot training
At FlyTech Pilot Academy, we combine modern aircraft, immersive technology, and a passionate team of instructors to give you an efficient, professional, and enjoyable path to the cockpit. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing your career, we make it simple.
Advance Your Aviation Skills
Instrument Rating Program
Learn to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and expand your capabilities, safety, and career opportunities as a pilot.
Program Overview
FlyTech’s Instrument Rating program is designed for pilots ready to take their skills to the next level. Flying under IFR allows you to safely operate in challenging weather conditions and improves your precision, situational awareness, and decision-making.
Whether you're flying for career advancement or personal mastery, our program blends simulator and in-aircraft instruction to prepare you for real-world scenarios. You’ll master approaches, holding patterns, IFR communications, flight planning, and more.
Training is flexible,choose to fly in your own airplane, ours, or our full-motion simulator, all guided by experienced Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs). We support local and travel-based training within 60 miles of KSTJ.
Key Points
- Fly confidently in clouds, rain, and reduced visibility
- Master IFR procedures, precision navigation, and weather management
- Flexible training options: your aircraft, FlyTech’s fleet, or full-motion simulator
- Certified instructors and modern avionics: Garmin G3X, GTN 650, G5
- Meets FAA requirements for Instrument Rating and career advancement
FAQs
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What is an Instrument Rating?
An Instrument Rating allows a pilot to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), enabling safer flight in poor visibility, clouds, or adverse weather conditions.
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Is the simulator approved for FAA instrument time?
Yes. Our full-motion simulator is certified and can be used toward the flight time requirements for your Instrument Rating.
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Can I use my own aircraft?
Absolutely. We offer instruction in your aircraft at a reduced hourly rate. Just be sure your plane is IFR-equipped and insured.
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How long does Instrument Training take?
Most students complete their Instrument Rating within 2–4 months, depending on frequency and prior experience.
Upgrade Your Flying
Add an Instrument Rating to your pilot certificate with FlyTech’s expert instruction and flexible training options. Gain the confidence and capability to fly in all kinds of weather.
Schedule Your First Session
Fly with the team that’srevolutionizing pilot training
At FlyTech Pilot Academy, we combine modern aircraft, immersive technology, and a passionate team of instructors to give you an efficient, professional, and enjoyable path to the cockpit. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing your career, we make it simple.
