The FAA IFR


The IFR at a glance


The instrument rating (IFR FAA) allows you to fly in airplane registered in the U.S.A. (in N):
  • in an IFR flight plan
  • at night
  • in the clouds
  • in class A airspaces
To be eligible for the training, you need to have:
  • A pilot license
  • A medical license
  • 50 hours of cross country flight as PIC
  • 3 hours of night flight
  • 10 landings at night
Training


The training is divided into two phases:
  • Theory (1 week)
  • Practical (3-4 weeks): at least 40 hours of simulated or actual instrument flight time
The theory exam will be performed on a computer in Paris or London at Flight Safety, you can prepare by yourself or you can attend one of our intensive ground schools lasting 5 days.

The pratcical exam is also divided into an oral examination lasting about 1 hour and a flight of about 1H 30. It will be performed where you did your training (at our Cannes base or at your chosen location).
The IFR with Azur Sky


100% Satisfied!!!

- 100% pass rate for first timers
- All the instruction will be with an instrument instructor (CFII). нет need for a safety pilot
- Flight instructors available 24/7, holiday days, nights and week-ends
- Training in your home environment. Learn where you are used to fly
- If you prefer, you can use your own airplane or rent one at your local aeroclub
- Courses in English, French and Italian
- JAA validation license, TSA: Free!
- Books, Jeppesen charts: Free!

At our Cannes-Mandelieu base:
- Latest generation simulator/airplanes
- Ideal flight condition all year around