INSTRUMENT RATING
An Instrument rating is a vital rating for any pilot wanting to pursue a career as a pilot in the aviation industry. It can either be completed as part of your commercial pilot license training or as an additional rating once you have completed either a private pilot license or commercial pilot license.
An instrument rating will teach the pilot how to safely control an aircraft in marginal weather conditions (IMC - Instrument Meteorological Conditions) by sole reference to the cockpit instrumentation. Not only will this rating significantly improve overall safety but it is a necessity for any pilot wanting to be competitive in the job market.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AN INSTRUMENT RATING
The applicant for an instrument rating must:
1. Hold a valid pilot license issued in terms of part 61.
2. Hold a valid night rating, unless such rating is an integral part of the pilot license (i.e. CPL)
3. Hold a valid Class II aviation medical certificate.
4. Have successfully completed the appropriate training as prescribed in SA-CATS 61 at an approved aviation training organisation.
5. Have passed all necessary theoretical examinations
6. Have passed the necessary skills test with a SACAA accredited designated examiner.
7. Hold a general radio license certificate.
FLIGHT TIME (HOUR) REQUIREMENTS
PRIVILEGES AND LIMITATIONS
The holder of a valid instrument rating may:
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