The instrument rating allows you to fly in instrument conditions (clouds) and increases the flexibility of the airplane as a source of transportation. Instead of flying by reference to the horizon, the airplane’s instruments are used to fly the airplane and navigate to the destination.

Flight Training Sequence:

• Instrument scanning, interpretation, and airplane control
• Radio and GPS navigation
• Holding patterns
• Instrument approaches
• Cross-country flying
• Review for the FAA written test
• Review for the FAA checkride