2019-09-16 GPA Instrument TCO

INSTRUMENT PILOT
CERTIFICATION COURSE
AIRPLANE SINGLE ENGINE LAND

TRAINING COURSE OUTLINE
GREAT PLANES AVIATION, LLC
Instrument Pilot Certification Course
Airplane Single Engine Land
Training Course Outline (TCO)

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Great Planes Aviation, LLC

7300 Brataas Dr. SW
Rochester, MN 55902
Great Planes Aviation, LLC.
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SECTION ONE: COURSE DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................ 10
SECTION TWO: PERSONNEL ........................................................................................................................ 14
SECTION THREE: RESOURCES ...................................................................................................................... 16
SECTION FOUR: GROUND SCHOOL ............................................................................................................. 18
INSTRUMENT PILOT GROUND SCHOOL STAGE ONE ............................................................................... 24
INSTRUMENT PILOT GROUND SCHOOL STAGE TWO .............................................................................. 43
SECTION FIVE: FLIGHT TRAINING ................................................................................................................ 61
INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING STAGE ONE (15.1 HOURS) ........................................................ 66
INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING STAGE TWO (11.3 HOURS)........................................................ 82
INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING STAGE THREE (17.4 HOURS) ..................................................... 92
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SECTION ONE: COURSE DESCRIPTION

Instrument Pilot Certification Course
Airplane Single Engine Land
Great Planes Aviation, LLC

7300 Brataas Dr. SW
Rochester, MN 55902
Welcome to Instrument Pilot flight training. Rochester Community and Technical College, (RCTC) and
Great Planes Aviation, LLC. (GPA) are committed to providing you with high quality ground and flight
instruction designed to transform you into an FAA-certificated Instrument Pilot. We will do everything
possible to help you succeed; however, the ultimate path to an Instrument Pilot certificate requires
significant effort on your part. You must come to each lesson fully prepared. This Training Course Outline
(TCO) is your guide. Look ahead before each lesson so you’ll know what to expect and how to prepare.
For example, all ground lessons, and most flight lessons, include a section titled “REQUIRED
READING/STUDY.” Review the material listed there so that you can better retain the information when it’s
covered by your instructor. As another example, most flight lessons include a review of previously learned
maneuvers, procedures, ground topics, etc. Study the lesson and go over those maneuvers/procedures
ahead of time by mentally visualizing the flight (i.e. “chair flying.”) This is an affordable way to practice,
and it will help you progress through your training without repeating lessons. Your instructor will notice the
effort, and you will benefit by making steady progress towards your Instrument Pilot certificate.

Introduction
This TCO uses the building block approach to maximize learning—each lesson follows the previous in a
logical sequence from start to finish. It is divided into two courses, ground school (50 hours) and flight
training (43.8 hours), and each course is further divided into stages. The ground school consists of two
stages, while flight training consists of three. A student may attend ground school and flight training
concurrently, or he/she may complete ground training first and then begin flight training. When a student
successfully passes the final stage check of the flight training course he/she will graduate from this TCO*.
[*Note: Unless self-examining approval is granted by the FAA, the student must also pass a written and/or practical flight test given
by an FAA representative before earning an Instrument Rating.]
The ground school portion of the syllabus contains a combination of hybrid and classroom lessons. The
hybrid lessons consist of video modules created by King Schools describing and demonstrating the
specific topics listed for the lesson. After each video, students are asked to complete a short quiz on the
information. Completion of the videos and the score for each quiz are tracked by the system and will be
reviewed and logged by the ground instructor during subsequent classroom sessions.
Course Objective
The student will obtain the knowledge, skill, and aeronautical experience necessary to meet the
requirements for an Instrument Rating, Airplane Single Engine Land.
Completion Standard
The student must demonstrate through written oral quizzes, written quizzes, written tests, practical tests,
and appropriate records that he/she has attained the knowledge, skill, aeronautical decision making
(ADM) abilities, and experience necessary to obtain an Instrument Rating, Airplane Single Engine Land.
Stage check pilots will use the most current version of the FAA Instrument Pilot – Airplane Airman
Certification Standards (FAA-S-ACS-8) when testing students to this standard.
Enrollment
The FAA considers this TCO to be a single course. However, to also meet RCTC and Minnesota State
Colleges and Universities (MNSCU) requirements, students must enroll in the ground and flight training
courses separately. To enroll, students must meet specific prerequisites for each course.
Ground School Prerequisites: Prior to beginning Instrument Pilot ground school a student must
possess a Private Pilot Certificate, Airplane Single Engine Land, or he/she must have completed
Great Planes Aviation’s Private Pilot TCO.
Flight Training Prerequisites: Prior to beginning the flight training syllabus a student must be
enrolled in, or have completed, the Instrument Pilot ground school TCO, and he/she must
possess a Private Pilot Certificate, Single Engine Land, and a current FAA medical (first, second,
or third class.)
Student enrollment is documented by an enrollment certificate signed by the Chief or Assistant Chief
Instructor. In addition to the enrollment certificate, students will receive a copy of this TCO and a Student,
Employee, Contractor Operations Manual (a.k.a. The SECOM.). The enrollment certificate will be
maintained in the student’s record. A monthly listing of students enrolled in each training course will be
maintained in the general files at the GPA Business Office. Upon meeting completion standards within
both the Ground School and Flight Training portions of this course, students will receive a single
graduation certificate for the Instrument Rating, Airplane Single Engine Land course.
[Note: As required in 14 CFR 141.93(a) a “copy” will be defined as a written copy, emailed copy, an electronic copy in a PDF format
that may be distributed to the student through a central download site or delivered through an electronic means.]

Disenrollment
Students should refer to GPA’s Operations Manual (SECOM) for flight lab attendance and no-show
policies. The Chief Instructor may terminate a student from this training course for any of the following
reasons:
• Inability to progress in training due to lack of effort (e.g. not studying, not chair flying, not seeking
help from tutors, etc.)
• Inactivity; poor attendance of the scheduled flight labs
• Academic failure of the ground school
• Not following documented policies, procedures, or rules
Recordkeeping
In accordance with FAR 141.101, training records will be maintained in paper format utilizing Flight
Schedule Pro as an electronic data management system. Records will include the date the student was
enrolled in the approved course, a chronological log of the student’s course attendance, subjects and
flight operations covered in the student’s training and the names and grades of any tests taken by the
student. In addition, the date the student graduated, terminated training or transferred to another school
will be recorded. Records will be managed to ensure only the student and authorized GPA, RCTC, and/or
FAA staff are granted access. The official paper copies of the records will be stored in the student binder
at the GPA offices on the airport grounds. The information management system automatically maintains
logs of the author as well as the time and date of any entries. Further, the system also logs the same
information regarding any modifications that might be made to an entry. Student records will be audited
at least once per semester by the Chief Instructor, the Assistant Chief Instructor and an RCTC
representative to ensure their accuracy. Student records will be maintained for at least one year from the
date that the student graduates, terminates enrollment, or transfers to another school and will be certified
by the Chief Flight Instructor at that time. Students will have access to their training records upon request.
The FSDO personnel overseeing the certificate holder will also be granted physical access upon request
and remote access to the electronic files. Upon completion of the course of training, students will be
provided with a graduation certificate.
Lesson Progression
This TCO uses the building block approach to maximize learning—each lesson follows the previous in a
logical sequence from start to finish—therefore, every lesson should be conducted in order. When
circumstances preclude conducting a lesson (e.g. weather, maintenance, illness, etc.) a following lesson
may be performed out of sequence with approval from the Chief or Assistant Chief Instructor (for flight
training) or ground instructor (for ground school.) This provides a degree of flexibility for adapting to
individual student needs and the training environment. Any deviation should not disturb the course
continuity or objective (e.g. the next lesson should not review material that would’ve been introduced in
the previous lesson.)
Ground School Testing

Instrument Pilot Ground School quizzes and exams are instructor-created and employ testing methods
similar the FAA’s knowledge exam. However, to ensure student comprehension ground instructors are
encouraged to employ additional testing methods such as fill-in-the-blank, short essay, oral quizzing, etc.
Ground school stage exams are designed to cover the material introduced in the stage. The final stage
exam (Stage Two Exam) should cover all course material, and it should provide a good measurement of
student ability to pass the FAA knowledge exam.
A student who fails to receive a passing grade on any ground school stage exam may continue with the
next stage provided the original stage exam is passed within the next 10 days.

Flight Training Lesson Grading

Lesson items or maneuvers are graded based on the following table and procedures:
Grade Description Result Application

NP Not Performed N/A Required item/maneuver was not performed
A Well Above Standard PASS Excellent performance; Equivalent to an “A”
B Above Standard PASS Good performance; Equivalent to a “B”
C Standard PASS Average performance; Equivalent to a “C”
D Below Standard FAIL Poor performance; Equivalent to a “D”
F Well Below Standard FAIL Very poor performance; Equivalent to an “F”
NA Not Required (Optional) N/A Grade A-F if performed; otherwise grade NA
• For a lesson to be completed all required items/maneuvers must receive a passing score of A (Well
Above Standard), B (Above Standard), or C (Standard).
• Where there are optional items/maneuvers on a lesson that were not performed, the instructor will
use an NA indicating the item was not required to complete the lesson. Otherwise an NP or A-F grade
is required.
• When an individual item/maneuver is graded D or F it will require further training on the same or
subsequent training sessions until a grade of C or better is earned to complete the lesson.
• In the case where required items/maneuvers were not trained or performed during a lesson a grade
of NP will be applied. That will leave the item open on the electronic system showing it incomplete.
• Any lesson that needs be repeated more than two times should be brought to the attention of the
Chief or Assistant Chief Instructor for review.
• A student who fails to receive a passing grade on any flight training stage check should reattempt the
original stage within the next 10 days.
Documentation
Students will document all flight and simulator training time used to earn the Instrument Pilot Certificate in
their logbooks per 14 CFR 61.51. Additionally, the training provider will maintain paper and electronic
training records for each student for a period of not less than one year per 14 CFR 141.101. All lessons in
the record system will reflect the TCO presented here, and all flights will be tracked to the corresponding
lesson flown.
Graduation
To graduate from this Instrument Pilot Course a student must complete all lessons and exams identified
herein, and, at a minimum, the knowledge and flight training requirements specified in 14 CFR 141
Appendix C. He/she must also successfully pass the final stage check. The student’s training records will
be audited per GPA’s Student Training Record Certification process to ensure the above requirements
are met. When completed, the student should have successfully earned their Aircraft Single Engine Land
Instrument Rating, including all appropriate logbook endorsements.

SECTION TWO: PERSONNEL
Chief Instructor
The Chief Instructor must meet the minimum qualification requirements per 14 CFR 141.35 for an Instrument Pilot,
Airplane Single Engine Land training course. Specifically, he/she must hold a commercial or airline transport pilot
certificate, along with a current instrument flight instructor certificate, for an airplane, single engine land. He/she
must also have logged at least 1,000 hours as pilot in command, including at least 100 hour of actual or simulated
instrument experience, and have accumulated a total of 2 years and 250 hours, or 400 hours, of instrument flight
instructor experience.
The Chief Instructor has overall responsibility for the flight school training program. He/she will conduct initial and
annual qualification checks of flight instructors, unless delegated to the Assistant Chief Instructor or an approved
stage check pilot. Other duties, as outlined in 14 CFR 141.85, include certification of student training records,
graduation certificates, stage and final test reports, and stage and final test recommendations. These duties are
detailed in GPA’s Student Training Record Certification process and may be delegated to the Assistant Chief
Instructor.
When training is taking place the Chief and/or Assistant Chief Instructor will be available for consultation in person
or by phone, email, or text.
Assistant Chief Instructor

The Assistant Chief Instructor must meet the minimum qualification requirements per 14 CFR 141.36 for an
Instrument Pilot, Airplane Single Engine Land training course. Specifically, he/she must hold a commercial or
airline transport pilot certificate, along with a current instrument flight instructor certificate, for an airplane, single
engine land. He/she must also have logged at least 500 hours as pilot in command, including at least 50 hour of
actual or simulated instrument experience, and have accumulated a total of 1 year and 125 hours, or 200 hours, of
instrument flight instructor experience.
The Assistant Chief Instructor will perform duties as delegated by the Chief Instructor and outlined above. When
training is taking place the Chief and/or Assistant Chief Instructor will be available for consultation in person or by
phone, email, or text.
Check Instructors
Check Instructors must meet the minimum qualification requirements per 14 CFR 141.37 for an Instrument Pilot,
Airplane Single Engine Land training course. Specifically, they must hold a commercial or airline transport pilot
certificate, along with a current instrument flight instructor certificate, for an airplane, single engine land. There is
no minimum flight time requirement; however, check instructors must pass a test, given by the chief instructor, on
teaching methods, applicable provisions of the Aeronautical Information Manual, applicable provisions of 14 CFR
61, 91, and 141, and the objectives and course completion standards of this TCO. Check Instructors will be
designated in writing by the Chief Instructor and approved by the FAA.
Check Instructors will perform stage checks appropriate to their FAA approval letter, and they will assist in student
record certification, as defined in GPA’s Student Training Record Certification process. Additionally, Check
Instructors will perform duties as delegated by the Chief Instructor. A Check Instructor may serve as the primary
instructor for a student provided he/she does not conduct a stage check for that student.
Flight Instructors

Flight Instructors must hold at least a commercial pilot certificate for an airplane, single engine land, and an
instrument flight instructor certificate for the same category and class. Flight Instructors will train students per this
TCO, will document all training in the students’ records, and will ensure the records for their assigned students are
kept in good order and in accordance with GPA’s record-keeping plan.
Chief Ground Instructor (if applicable)

To be eligible for designation as chief instructor for a ground school course a person must have 1 year of
experience as a ground school instructor at a certificated pilot school.
Ground Instructors
Ground instructors must hold a flight or ground instructor certificate with the appropriate rating for this course. If a
person does not meet these requirements, he/she may still be assigned ground training duties provided the chief
instructor finds the person qualified and the training is given while under the supervision of the Chief Instructor or
the Assistant Chief Instructor.
Ground Instructors are responsible for keeping attendance and will provide GPA with an attendance record
following each class period. If a student misses a class he/she must make it up with the Ground Instructor or with a
GPA Flight Instructor. At the end of the course Ground Instructors will certify student completion in a manner
acceptable to the Chief Instructor, who will then ensure the students’ training records are updated.
Dispatcher
Dispatchers are responsible for releasing flights during normal training hours. GPA will train dispatchers on how to
enter aircraft and student information, how to review student flight logs and documents for appropriate
endorsements and currency, how manage the electronic dispatch system, and how to understand aircraft
maintenance due dates, among other duties.

SECTION THREE: RESOURCES
Ground Instruction Facilities

Ground instruction facilities are located at Great Planes Aviation, LLC. office Rochester International
Airport (KRST), and on campus at the Heinz Center, Rochester Community and Technical College.
Details of ground instruction facilities, including room square footage, seating capacity, tools and
resources, heating and ventilation, etc. are listed in Appendix A.
Airports
Training flights originate from Rochester International Airport (KRST). Other airports in the vicinity, such
as Dodge Center (KTOB), Austin (KAUM), and Fillmore County (KFKA) are also available for pattern
training, including student solo flights. As the base of origination, KRST meets all requirements per 14
CFR 141.38.
Airport Facilities
Great Planes Aviation’s primary training area consists of a flexible training room that can be configured
for group work or free-standing cubicles, study/briefing cubicles available for student and instructor use,
an FAA testing center with two workstations, and the Redbird simulator. See Appendix B for a floor plan
of the entire facility.
Aircraft
Great Planes Aviation uses the Piper Archer III for the flight training portions of this course. This is a fixed-
gear, non-complex four-place aircraft with dual flight controls that meets the requirements of 14 CFR
141.39. While avionics equipment varies among each airplane, they are all equipped for day/night
VFR/IFR flight in the National Airspace System (NAS), including all airspace requiring a Mode-C
transponder.
Flight Simulators
Great Planes Aviation, LLC. employs one Redbird MCX Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) for
simulation training. It is located in the flight center. The Redbird MCX features an electric motion platform,
fully enclosed cockpit, and wrap around exterior visuals with a complete terrain and airport database.
Other features include a glass cockpit configuration, headset compatibility, instructor station with tablet,
and a standard 110 power source. In its current configurations the simulator is equipped with the Garmin
1000 avionics packages. For a copy of the FAA letter of authorization (LOA), see Appendix C.
Reference Books and Materials

All students should equip themselves with the Archer III POH/IM, current FAR/AIM, current charts, a view
limiting device, a fuel tester, and other resources necessary to complete this training course. Ground and
flight instructors should provide students with a complete list of required resources. For a list of additional
study materials see the “REQUIRED READING/STUDY” section of each lesson and/or Appendix D.
Videos and Online Training Materials

Great Planes Aviation, LLC utilizes Version 1.1 of the King Schools Instrument Rating Ground School,
and Instrument Rating Check Ride Preparation videos as training aids for the ground school portion of
this syllabus. These materials consist of videos introducing and reviewing the materials and quiz

questions following each module. The quiz questions are utilized to both ensure the materials have been
reviewed and reinforce the information covered. A letter stating that these materials have been reviewed
by the FAA and meet criteria for inclusion as part of an approved curriculum can be found in Appendix E.

SECTION FOUR: GROUND SCHOOL

INSTRUMENT PILOT GROUND SCHOOL

LESSON LAYOUT
STAGE ONE
KTC = King Schools Ground School
TOC - King Schools Take Off Course
IFH – Instrument Flying Handbook
PHAK – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
FAR/AIM – Federal Aviation Regulations/Airman Information Manual
Lesson Topic Reading/Study Hybrid
Topic
Classroom Time
1 Introduction and Registration 2.0
2 IFR Cross-Country Flying KTC IFR Cross-Country Flying; IFH 1-1 - 1-10; IFH
9-24 - 9-26; 1.7
3 IFR Cross-Country Flying
Review 1.0
4 Departure and Arrival KTC Departure Procedures and STARs; IFH 10-5 -
Procedures 10 -7 0.5
5 Instrument Approaches Part KTC Instrument Approaches - Approach Chart
1 Format; KTC Instrument Approaches - More
Approach Chart Information; KTC Instrument
Approaches - Airport Sketch; KTC Instrument
Approaches - Profile View; IFH 1-12 - 1-30
2.9
6 Review Arrivals, Departures,
Instrument Approach plates 1.0
7 Instrument Approaches Part KTC Instrument Approaches - Course Reversal;
2 KTC Instrument Approaches - Minimums; KTC
Instrument Approaches - Instrument Landing
Systems; KTC Instrument Approaches - Missed
Approach; KTC Instrument Approaches -
Instrument Landing Systems; KTC Instrument
Approaches - Inoperative Components; KTC
Instrument Approaches - Additional Localizer
Based Approaches; KTC Instrument Approaches -
Approach Procedures; IFH 9-35 - 9-43
2.0
8 Review Approaches - Course
Reversals, Minimums, ILS,
Missed Approach, Inop
Components, etc.
1.0
Lesson Topic Reading/Study Hybrid

Topic
Classroom Time
9 Navigation KTC Navigation; IFH 5-23 - 5-25; IFH 9-1 - 9-3; IFH
9-8 - 9-24 1.2
10 Navigation Review 1.0
11 Holding Patterns KTC Holding Patterns; IFH 10-10 - 10-13 1.0
12 Holding Patterns Review 1.0
13 Flight Planning KTC Flight Planning; IFH 10-1 - 10-22; IFH 10-26 -
10-33 0.7
14 Flight Planning Review and
Review of ForeFlight Planning
3.0
15 Flight Instruments Part 1 KTC Flight Instruments-Instrument Basics; KTC
Flight Instruments-Pitot Static Instruments; KTC
Flight Instruments-Magnetic Compass; IFH 5-1 -
5-15;
0.9
16 Flight Instruments - Basics,
Pitot Static, and Magnetic
Compass 1.0
17 Flight Instruments Part 2 KTC Flight Instruments-Gyro Instruments; KTC
Flight Instruments-Digital Instruments; KTC
Flight Instruments-Flight By Reference to
Instruments; IFH 5-19 - 5-38; IFH Ch 6; IFH Ch 7
1.1
18 Flight Instruments Review -
Gyro Instruments, Digital
Instruments, Flight by
reference to instruments.
Stage One/Midterm Exam
3.0
Stage One Totals Total 26.0
Classroom 14.0
Hybrid 12.0

STAGE TWO
KTC = King Schools Ground School
TOC - King Schools Take Off Course
IFH – Instrument Flying Handbook
PHAK – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
FAR/AIM – Federal Aviation Regulations/Airman Information Manual
Lesson Topic Reading/Study
Hybrid
Topic
Classroom Time
19 Weather KTC Weather-What Makes Weather; KTC
Weather-Clouds and Moisture in the Air; KTC
Weather-Icing; KTC Weather-Thunderstorms; KTC
Weather-Windshear and Microbursts; IFH 10-22 -
10-33 1.1
20 Weather Part 2 KTC Weather-Airport Weather Observations; KTC
Weather-Wide Area Forecasts and Reports; KTC
Weather-Weather Advisories; PHAK Ch 12
1.4
21 Weather Review AIM Chapter 7, Section 1, Meteorology; AIM
Chapter 7, Section 2, Altimeter Setting
Procedures
2.0
22 Cockpit and Crew Resource AC 120-51E; Crewresourcemanagement.net;
Management (SRM and Single-Pilot Crew Resource Management (PDF) –
CRM) FAA Safety Briefing
2.0
23 Federal Aviation Regulations KTC Federal Aviation Regulations - Airspace; KTC
Federal Aviation Regulations - IFR Requirements;
KTC Federal Aviation Regulations - Preflight
Requirements; FAR/AIM 14 CFR 61.65; 14 CFR
91.21; 14 CFR 91.126 - 145; 14 CFR 91.167 -
91.199; 0.7
24 Federal Aviation Regulations KTC Federal Aviation Regulations-IFR
Part 2 Requirements; KTC Federal Aviation
Requirements-Flight Operations; FAR/AIM 14 CFR
61.65; 14 CFR 91.21; 14 CFR 91.126 - 145; 14 CFR
91.167 - 91.199; AIM Chapter 7 Section 6
0.6
25 Review FAA Regulations 1.0
26 AIM - ATC Clearances KTC AIM-ATC Clearances; KTC AIM-More ATC
Clearances; AIM Chapter 4, Section 4; AIM
Chapter 4, Section 5 0.5
27 Review ATC Clearances 1.0

Lesson Topic Reading/Study

Hybrid
Topic
Classroom Time
28 AIM Part 2 KTC AIM-Airport Operations and Traffic
Avoidance; KTC AIM-Runway and Airport
Environment; FAR/AIM AIM Chapter 2; - AIM
Chapter 4 Section 3
0.8
29 Review Airport Operations,
Traffic Avoidance and
Runway and Airport
Environment
1.0
30 Flight Physiology KTC AIM-Flight Physiology; IFH Ch 3; AIM Chapter
8 Section 1; 0.5
31 Risk Management for TOC Practical Risk Management for Single-Pilot
Single-Pilot IFR IFR; IFH CH 11 1.1
32 Take Instrument Knowlege
Written Test 3.0
33 Practical Test Course 4.3
34 Mock Check Ride Oral 3.0
Stage Two Totals Total 24.0
Classroom 13.0
Hybrid 11.0
Course Totals Total Hours 50.0

Classroom 27.0
Hybrid 23.0

GROUND LESSON TEMPLATE
GROUND LESSON #
X.X HOURS [Approximate hours required to complete the lesson]
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Summarizes the subjects all students are expected to learn from this lesson.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 A bulleted list of the lesson’s primary subjects
- Sub-bullets, if required
- Sub-bullets, if required
COMPLETION STANDARDS
Summarizes how the instructor will assess student learning (e.g. oral or written quiz.) Complete comprehension
results from individual study and/or practice before and after the lecture.
REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- A bulleted list of the reference materials for this lesson
- Students are expected to come prepared to each lecture…
- By studying the material from this list beforehand

INSTRUMENT PILOT GROUND SCHOOL STAGE ONE
OBJECTIVES: Stage one will introduce students to IFR Cross-Country Flying including departure and
arrival procedures, instrument approaches, navigation, holding patterns and flight planning. The stage
ends with an introduction and review of flight instruments and their use.
COMPLETION STANDARDS: This stage will be complete when the student satisfactorily passes all
quizzes, and papers with a score of 70% or better. The stage concludes with a “mid-term” exam.
Students must also complete the exam with a score of 70% or better. Should the student not pass a quiz,
reflection paper, or the exam, rework must be complete within 10 days of the original assignment.

GROUND LESSON 1
2.0 HOURS (Classroom)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
At the completion of this lesson students will have reviewed and understand the syllabus, the reference
materials, and expectations for the program. The class will review the flight training process, and the
basic Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) governing training and certification. Students will also have
registered and tested access to the hybrid course materials and review how these will be utilized within
the overall course. Finally, the student will complete any paperwork necessary to begin training.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Course syllabus and expectations
 Pilot qualifications (including medical)
 Certification privileges and restrictions
 Introduction of all materials and registration and demonstration of the King School’s training
materials
 Completion of rental and liability forms
 Completion of TSA/Airport Badging forms
Students must have completed the appropriate forms. Student understanding of the material will be
demonstrated through oral quizzing by the instructor, and/or through a written quiz. Students must pass
written testing with a score of 70% or better.
- Students will be introduced and given access to:
- Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK)
- Instrument Flying Handbook (IFH)
- Airplane Flying Handbook
- FAR/AIM
- King Schools Instrument Ground School and Practical Test Preparation courses

GROUND LESSON 2
1.7 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
At the end of this lesson, students will be introduced to the basic tools and concepts necessary for IFR
Cross-Country Flight.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Global Positioning Systems
 Low Altitude Charts
 Airway Altitudes
 IFR Flight Operations
 VOR Navigation Limitations
Student understanding of the material will be demonstrated through a written quiz. Students must pass
- KTC IFR Cross-Country Flying;
- IFH 1-1 - 1-10;
- IFH 9-24 - 9-26;

GROUND LESSON 3
LESSON OBJECTIVE
At the end of this lesson, students will have reviewed and demonstrated their understanding of the IFR
Cross-Country Flying materials covered in Lesson 2
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Global Positioning Systems
 Low Altitude Charts
 Airway Altitudes
 IFR Flight Operations
 VOR Navigation Limitations
Student understanding of the material will be demonstrated through, practice, oral quizzing by the
instructor, and through a written quiz. Students must pass written testing with a score of 70% or better.
- KTC IFR Cross-Country Flying;
- IFH 1-1 - 1-10;
- IFH 9-24 - 9-26;

GROUND LESSON 4
0.5 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will understand instrument departure and arrival procedures.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Departure Procedures
 Standard Terminal Arrival Routes (STARs)
- KTC Departure Procedures and STARs;
- IFH 10-5 - 10 -7

GROUND LESSON 5
2.9 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The students will be introduced to the components of approach charts (plates), and the information
contained in each component
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Approach Chart Format
 Approach Chart Information
- Required equipment for approach
- Step Down Fix
- Alternate and Takeoff Minimums
- Notes on the Approach Charts
 Airport Sketch
 Profile View
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Approach Chart Format;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - More Approach Chart Information;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Airport Sketch;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Profile View;
- IFH 1-12 - 1-30

GROUND LESSON 6
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and demonstrate their understanding of Arrivals and Departures as well as the
major components of the Instrument Approach Chart.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Departure Procedures
 Standard Terminal Arrival Routes (STARs)
 Approach Chart Format
 Approach Chart Information
 Required equipment for approach
 Step Down Fix
 Alternate and Takeoff Minimums
 Notes on the Approach Charts
 Airport Sketch
 Profile View
Students will demonstrate their understanding through oral quizzing by the instructor and a written quiz.
Students must pass written testing with a score of 70% or better.
- KTC Departure Procedures and STARs;
- IFH 10-5 - 10 -7
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Approach Chart Format;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - More Approach Chart Information;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Airport Sketch;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Profile View;
- IFH 1-12 - 1-30

GROUND LESSON 7
2.0 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain an understanding of the flying portion of instrument approaches including course
reversals, minimums, ILS systems, missed approaches, inoperative components, other localizer based
approaches and general approach procedures.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Course Reversals
 Minimums
 Instrument Landing Systems
 Missed Approaches
 Inoperative Components
 Additional Localizer-based Approaches
 Approach Procedures
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Course Reversal;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Minimums;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Instrument Landing Systems;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Missed Approach;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Inoperative Components;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Additional Localizer Based Approaches;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Approach Procedures;
- IFH 9-35 - 9-43

GROUND LESSON 8
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and test their understanding of course reversals, minimums, ILS systems, missed
approaches, inoperative components, other localizer based approaches and general approach
procedures.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Course Reversals
 Minimums
 Instrument Landing Systems
 Missed Approaches
 Inoperative Components
 Additional Localizer-based Approaches
 Approach Procedures
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Course Reversal;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Minimums;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Missed Approach;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Inoperative Components;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Additional Localizer Based Approaches;
- KTC Instrument Approaches - Approach Procedures;
- IFH 9-35 - 9-43

GROUND LESSON 9
1.2 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The students will be introduced to instrument navigation aids and instruments.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Radio Navigation Aids
 Radio Navigation Instruments
- HSI
- VOR
- LOC
- DME
- KTC Navigation;
- IFH 5-23 - 5-25;
- IFH 9-1 - 9-3;
- IFH 9-8 - 9-24

GROUND LESSON 10
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The students will review and test their understanding of instrument navigation aids and instruments.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Radio Navigation Aids
 Radio Navigation Instruments
- HSI
- VOR
- LOC
- DME
- KTC Navigation;
- IFH 5-23 - 5-25;
- IFH 9-1 - 9-3;
- IFH 9-8 - 9-24

GROUND LESSON 11
1.0 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will be introduced to various different holding patterns and their use.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Holding Instructions
 Holdling Pattern Entries
 Holding at a DME fix
 Holding at a VOR with an HIS
 Holding Pattern speeds
 Holding Pattern Timing
 Holding with Advanced Avionics
- KTC Holding Patterns;
- IFH 10-10 - 10-13

GROUND LESSON 12
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The students understanding of holding patterns and their use will be reviewed and tested.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Holding Instructions
 Holdling Pattern Entries
 Holding at a DME fix
 Holding at a VOR with an HIS
 Holding Pattern speeds
 Holding Pattern Timing
 Holding with Advanced Avionics
Student understanding of the material will be demonstrated through oral quizzing by the instructor and a
written quiz. Students must pass written quizzing with a score of 70% or better.
- KTC Holding Patterns;
- IFH 10-10 - 10-13

GROUND LESSON 13
0.7 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain a basic knowledge of Instrument Flight Planning
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Flight Planning Information
 Flight Plan Forms
 Chart Suppliment and Preferred Routes
 Leg Times and Fuel Burn
written quizzing with a score of 70% or better.
- KTC Flight Planning;
- IFH 10-1 - 10-22;
- IFH 10-26 - 10-33

GROUND LESSON 14
3.0 HOURS
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and test their knowledge of Instrument Flight Planning. Additionally, the student
will be introduced to flight planning using Foreflight.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Flight Planning Information
- Online access
- Foreflight Access
 Flight Plan Forms
 Chart Suppliment and Preferred Routes
 Leg Times and Fuel Burn
- Hand calculations
- Foreflight calculations
- KTC Flight Planning;
- IFH 10-1 - 10-22;
- IFH 10-26 - 10-33

GROUND LESSON 15
0.9 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will acquire a basic understanding of aircraft pitot-static and magnetic instruments and their
use.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Instrument basics
- Fundamental skills
- Altitudes
- How an Aircraft turns
- Rates of turn
 Pitot-Static Instruments
- Pitot-static instruments
- System errors
- Altimeter settings
- Altimeter operations
- Altimeter errors
 Magnetic Compass
- How a compass works
- Compass errors
- KTC Flight Instruments-Instrument Basics;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Pitot Static Instruments;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Magnetic Compass;
- IFH 5-1 - 5-15;

GROUND LESSON 16
1.0 HOURS (Classroom
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and demonstrate their understanding of aircraft pitot-static and magnetic
instruments and their use.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Instrument basics
- Fundamental skills
- Altitudes
- How an Aircraft turns
- Rates of turn
 Pitot-Static Instruments
- Pitot-static instruments
- System errors
- Altimeter settings
- Altimeter operations
- Altimeter errors
 Magnetic Compass
- How a compass works
- Compass errors
- KTC Flight Instruments-Instrument Basics;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Pitot Static Instruments;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Magnetic Compass;
- IFH 5-1 - 5-15;

GROUND LESSON 17
1.1 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain an understanding of gyroscopic and digital aircraft instruments and their use as well
as techniques for flight by reference to instruments.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Gyroscopic Instrumets
- Turn and slip indicator
- Turn Coordinator
- Heading Indicator
- Attitude Indicator
 Digital Instruments
- Digital Flight Instruments
- Pitot-Static and Gyroscopic Digital Flight Instruments
 Flight by Reference to Instruments
- Control and performance method
- Primary and supporting instrument method
- Interpreting flight attitudes
- Recovery from unusual attitudes
.
- KTC Flight Instruments-Gyro Instruments;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Digital Instruments;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Flight By Reference to Instruments;
- IFH 5-19 - 5-38;
- IFH Ch 6; IFH Ch 7

GROUND LESSON 18: STAGE CHECK

LESSON OBJECTIVE
During the first half of the class, students will review and test their understanding of gyroscopic and digital
aircraft instruments and their use as well as techniques for flight by reference to instruments. During the
second half of class, students will take their mid-term exam covering all materials in Lessons 1-17.
NEW ACADEMIC CONTENT

 Gyroscopic Instruments
- Turn and slip indicator
- Turn Coordinator
- Heading Indicator
- Attitude Indicator
 Digital Instruments
- Digital Flight Instruments
- Pitot-Static and Gyroscopic Digital Flight Instruments
- Control and performance method
- Primary and supporting instrument method
- Interpreting flight attitudes
- Recovery from unusual attitudes
MID-TERM ACADEMIC CONTENT
 All information from lessons 1-17
Student understanding of the gyroscopic and digital instrument material will be demonstrated through oral
quizzing by the instructor. Students must pass the oral quizzing with a score of 70% or better. The mid-
term exam will be a written test. Students must pass the mid-term exam with a score of 70% or better.
.
- KTC Flight Instruments-Gyro Instruments;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Digital Instruments;
- KTC Flight Instruments-Flight By Reference to Instruments;
- IFH 5-19 - 5-38;
- IFH Ch 6; IFH Ch 7

INSTRUMENT PILOT GROUND SCHOOL STAGE TWO
OBJECTIVES: Stage two will introduce the students to Aviation weather for IFR flight, Cockpit and Crew
Resource Management, Federal Aviation Regulations, Flight Physiology, and Aviation Risk Management.
COMPLETION STANDARDS: This stage will be complete when the student satisfactorily passes all quizzes,
and papers with a score of 70% or better. The stage concludes with the FAA Instrument Written exam and a mock
check ride oral exam. Students must also complete the exam and the mock check ride oral exam with a score of
70% or better. Should the student not pass a quiz, reflection paper, or exam, rework must be complete within 10
days of the original assignment.

GROUND LESSON 19
1.1 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain an understanding of basic weather theory and several hazards to Instrument flying.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 What Makes Weather?
- Air Masses and Stability
- High Altitude Flying
- Stable Air/Unstable Air
- Temperature Inversions
- Wind Circulation
- Fronts
 Clouds and Moisture
 Icing
 Thunderstorms
 Wind Shear and Microbursts
.
- KTC Weather-What Makes Weather;
- KTC Weather-Clouds and Moisture in the Air;
- KTC Weather-Icing;
- KTC Weather-Thunderstorms;
- KTC Weather-Windshear and Microbursts;
- IFH 10-22 – 10-33;

GROUND LESSON 20
1.4 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain an understanding of weather observation and forecasting tools.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Airport Weather Observations
- METAR Surface Observations
- TAF
 Wide Area Forecasts and Reports
- Graphical
- PIREPS
- Winds and Temps aloft
- Surface Analysis charts
- High/Low Level Significant Weather Prognostics
 Weather Hazard Advisories
- AIRMETS and SIGMETS
- HIWAS
- Convective Outlook Charts
.
- KTC Weather-Airport Weather Observations;
- KTC Weather-Wide Area Forecasts and Reports;
- KTC Weather-Weather Advisories;
- PHAK Ch 12;

GROUND LESSON 21
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and test their understanding of aviation weather, weather hazards and reporting
and forecasting tools.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 What Makes Weather?
- Air Masses and Stability
- High Altitude Flying
- Stable Air/Unstable Air
- Temperature Inversions
- Wind Circulation
- Fronts
 Clouds and Moisture
 Icing
 Thunderstorms
 Wind Shear and Microbursts
 Airport Weather Observations
- METAR Surface Observations
- TAF
 Wide Area Forecasts and Reports
- Graphical
- PIREPS
- Winds and Temps aloft
- Surface Analysis charts
- High/Low Level Significant Weather Prognostics
 Weather Hazard Advisories
- AIRMETS and SIGMETS
- HIWAS
- Convective Outlook Charts
- KTC Weather-What Makes Weather;
- KTC Weather-Clouds and Moisture in the Air;
- KTC Weather-Icing;
- KTC Weather-Thunderstorms;
- KTC Weather-Windshear and Microbursts;
- IFH 10-22 – 10-33;
- KTC Weather-Airport Weather Observations;
- KTC Weather-Wide Area Forecasts and Reports;

- KTC Weather-Weather Advisories;

- AIM Chapter 7, Section 1, Meteorology
- AIM Chapter 7, Section 2, Altimeter Setting Procedures
- PHAK Ch 12

GROUND LESSON 22
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain a basic understanding resource management in both the Single-Pilot (SRM) and
Crew (CRM) environments
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Briefings
 Inquiry/Advocacy/Assertion
 Crew Self-Critique (Decisions and Actions)
 Conflict Resolution
 Communication and Decision making
Understanding of cockpit resource management will be determined through the grading of a 2-page
reflection paper written by the student. Students must pass the written assignment with a score of 70% or
better.
- AC 120-51E
- Crewresourcemanagement.net
- Single-Pilot Crew Resource Management (PDF) – FAA Safety Briefing

GROUND LESSON 23
0.7 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Students will gain a basic knowledge and understanding of the FAA Regulations governing Airspace,
Pilots and Certification, and Preflight requirements.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 The Airspace System
 IFR Requirements for Pilots
- Rating Requirements
- Recent IFR Experience
- Logging IFR time
 Preflight Requirements
- Preflight Actions
- Alternate Airports and Fuel Requirements
- Required Equipment
- KTC Federal Aviation Regulations - Airspace;
- KTC Federal Aviation Regulations - IFR Requirements;
- KTC Federal Aviation Regulations - Preflight Requirements;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 61.65;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.21;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.126 - 145;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.167 - 91.199;

GROUND LESSON 24
0.6 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Students will gain a basic knowledge and understanding of the FAA Regulations governing Instrument
Equipment Checks and Flight Operations
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 IFR Equipment Checks
- Static System and Transponder
- VOR Checks
▪ Airborne
▪ Ground
▪ Recording checks
 Flight Operations
- Using Portable Electronic Devices
- Oxygen
- Emergencies
- NTSB and Accident Reporting
- Compulsory Reporting
- KTC Federal Aviation Regulations-IFR Requirements;
- KTC Federal Aviation Requirements-Flight Operations;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 61.65;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.21;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.126 - 145;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.167 - 91.199e;
- AIM Chapter 7, Section 6;

GROUND LESSON 25
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Students will demonstrate and test their knowledge and understanding of the FAA Regulations governing
Instrument Equipment Checks and Flight Operations
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 IFR Equipment Checks
- Static System and Transponder
- VOR Checks
▪ Airborne
▪ Ground
▪ Recording checks
 Flight Operations
- Using Portable Electronic Devices
- Oxygen
- Emergencies
- NTSB and Accident Reporting
- Compulsory Reporting
- KTC Federal Aviation Regulations-IFR Requirements;
- KTC Federal Aviation Requirements-Flight Operations;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 61.65;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.21;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.126 - 145;
- FAR/AIM 14 CFR 91.167 - 91.199e

GROUND LESSON 26
0.5 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will gain an introductory understanding of ATC Clearances and the guidance provided by the
Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 ATC Clearances
- Visual Approach
- Contact Approach
- Cruise Clearance
- VFR-On-Top
- VFR/Special VFR Weather Minimums
- Practice Approaches in VFR
- Resume Own Navigation
- Readback of Clearances and Instructions
.
- KTC AIM-ATC Clearances;
- KTC AIM-More ATC Clearances
- AIM Chapter 4, Section 4

GROUND LESSON 27
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and demonstrate their understanding of ATC Clearances and the guidance
provided by the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 ATC Clearances
- Visual Approach
- Contact Approach
- Cruise Clearance
- VFR-On-Top
- VFR/Special VFR Weather Minimums
- Practice Approaches in VFR
- Resume Own Navigation
- Readback of Clearances and Instructions
- KTC AIM-ATC Clearances;
- KTC AIM-More ATC Clearances

GROUND LESSON 28
0.8 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will be introduced to Airport Operations, the Runway and Airport Environment, and the
guidance provided about these subjects in the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Airport Operations and Traffic Avoidance
- Radar Service
- Traffic callouts by position
- Airports without Control Towers
- Responsibility for seeing and avoiding traffic
- Best visual scan method
- Land And Hold Short Operations (LAHSO)
- Wake Turbulence
 Runway and Airport Environment
- Runway markings and lights
- VASI (2-bar and 3-bar)
- PAPI
- Airport Signage
.
- KTC AIM-Airport Operations and Traffic Avoidance;
- KTC AIM-Runway and Airport Environment;
- AIM Chapter 2
- AIM Chapter 4 Section 3.

GROUND LESSON 29
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will review and demonstrate their understanding of Airport Operations, the Runway and
Airport Environment, and the guidance provided about these subjects in the Aeronautical Information
Manual (AIM).
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Airport Operations and Traffic Avoidance
- Radar Service
- Traffic callouts by position
- Airports without Control Towers
- Responsibility for seeing and avoiding traffic
- Best visual scan method
- Land And Hold Short Operations (LAHSO)
- Wake Turbulence
 Runway and Airport Environment
- Runway markings and lights
- VASI (2-bar and 3-bar)
- PAPI
- Airport Signage
- KTC AIM-Airport Operations and Traffic Avoidance;
- KTC AIM-Runway and Airport Environment;
- AIM Chapter 2
- AIM Chapter 4 Section 3

GROUND LESSON 30
0.5 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will be introduced to physiological issues dangerous to safe flight.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Alcohol and Pilot Fatigue
 Spatial Disorientation and Illusions
 Hypoxia
 Hyperventilation
 Night Flying and Landing Illusions
- KTC AIM-Flight Physiology;
- IFH Ch 3;
- AIM Chapter 8 Section 1;

GROUND LESSON 31
1.1 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Students will be introduced to the risks of single pilot IFR and be presented with strategies to mitigatate
those risks.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Plan for Single-Pilot Safety
 PAVE Your Way to a Safe Single-Pilot IFR Flight
 Set Yourself Up for Success
 In The Air Use CARE to Manage Risks
 Use Expert Practices
 Manage the Window of Risk in the Terminal Area
- TOC Practical Risk Management for Single-Pilot IFR;
- IFH CH 11

GROUND LESSON 32
LESSON OBJECTIVE
During this session students will complete a simulated FAA Instrument Written Knowledge Test.
ACADEMIC CONTENT
All information from the previous 31 lessons
This lesson is complete when the student passes the simulated Instrument Exam with a minimum score
of 70%

GROUND LESSON 33
4.3 HOURS (Hybrid)
LESSON OBJECTIVE
During this lesson, students will review the information necessary to prepare for the ASEL Instrument
Rating Practical Test
ACADEMIC CONTENT
 Regulations
 Aeromedical Factors
 Meteorology
 IFR Flight Planning
 Holding Procedures
 Aircraft Systems
Student understanding of the material will be demonstrated by a written quiz. Students must pass written
quizzing with a score of 70% or better.
- Instrument Rating Practical Test Course (Video Course)

GROUND LESSON 34: Stage Check

LESSON OBJECTIVE
During this lesson, students will be tested on the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the oral portion
of the ASEL Instrument Rating Practical Test (The Checkride)
ACADEMIC CONTENT(From the Instrument Rating Airplane ACS)

 Preflight Preparation
 Preflight Procedures
 Air Traffic Control Clearances and Procedures
 Navigation Systems
 Instrument Approach Procedures
 Emergency Operations
 Postflight Procedures
Student understanding of the material will be demonstrated by a multi-question oral quiz. Students
must score 70% or better.
- N/A

SECTION FIVE: FLIGHT TRAINING

INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING

LESSON LAYOUT
STAGE ONE (15.1 HOURS)
TOTAL DUAL INST

(ASEL/ (ASEL/ DUAL (SIM/ PRE/
LESSON SIM) SIM) ASEL X/C ACT) SIM POST
1 2.0
2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.0 0.5
3 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.0 0.5
4 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.1 0.5
5 2.0
6 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.2
7 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.1 0.5
8 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.1 0.5
9 2.0
10 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 0.2
11 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 0.5
12 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 0.5
13 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 0.5
14 2.0
15 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 1.5
Totals 15.1 15.1 12.3 0.0 13.3 2.8 13.9
Note: Lesson hours (dual, pre/post, etc.) are approximations. Instructors should attempt to meet these
times for each lesson to maximize efficiency and student learning.
*Note: All training maneuvers (e.g. steep turns, unusual attitudes) are to be performed in simulated
instrument conditions using a view limiting device.

STAGE TWO (11.3 HOURS)
TOTAL DUAL INST

16 3.0
17 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 0.2
18 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.5 0.3
19 2.0
20 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 0.2
21 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.8 1.0
22 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 0.5
23 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 0.5
Totals 11.3 11.3 6.2 3.0 10.7 5.1 7.7
*Note: Per 14 CFR 141 Appendix C, Section 4(b)(3), credit for flight training in a flight training device
cannot exceed 40% of the total training requirement of the course or this section, whichever is less.
Therefore, up to 14 hours (40% of 35) may be credited in the Redbird AATD. See the Redbird Letter of
Authorization (LOA) in Appendix C.

STAGE THREE (17.4 HOURS)
TOTAL DUAL INST

24 1
25 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.8 1.0
26 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 0.6
27 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 2.8 1.0
28 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.7 1.0
29 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 0.5
30 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 0.5
31 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 0.5
32 2.5
33 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.3 2.0
Totals 17.4 17.4 14.5 10.0 16.1 2.9 10.6
Course
Totals 43.8 43.8 33.0 13.0 40.1 10.8 32.2
*Note: Per 14 CFR 141 Appendix C, Section 4(b)(3), credit for flight training in a flight training device
cannot exceed 40% of the total training requirement of the course or this section, whichever is less.
Therefore, up to 14 hours (40% of 35) may be credited in the Redbird AATD. See the Redbird Letter of
Authorization (LOA) in Appendix C.

FLIGHT TRAINING: Review [Identifies

FLIGHT LESSON maneuvers/skills to be reviewed on this lesson.]
TEMPLATE
Maneuver/Skill in Bold: [The primary
maneuver/skill to be reviewed]
 Square bullets represent graded
LESSON #: [Flight, Simulator, or Pre/Post maneuvers/skills
Ground] - Not graded; extra information
X.X HOURS DUAL/SOLO [Approximate - Not graded; extra information
flight hours required]  OPTIONAL [Not required; grade 1-5 if
X.X HOURS INSTRUMENT [Simulated performed]
or actual]
X.X HOURS Pre/Post [Approximate FLIGHT TRAINING [Identifies maneuvers/skills
Pre/Post briefing time required] to be introduced on this lesson]
LESSON OBJECTIVE Maneuver/Skill in Bold: [The primary

[Summarizes the ground and flight training the maneuver/skill to be introduced]
student is expected to receive and/or  Square bullets represent graded
accomplish during this lesson.] maneuvers/skills
- Not graded; extra information
GROUND TRAINING: Review [Identifies - Not graded; extra information
elements introduced on a previous lesson]  OPTIONAL [Not required; grade 1-5 if
performed]
Topic in Bold [The primary topic to review]
 Square bullets represent graded items
- Not graded; extra information COMPLETION STANDARDS
- Not graded; extra information [Summarizes the level of student performance
 OPTIONAL [Not required; grade 1-5 if required to complete the lesson.]
performed]
GROUND TRAINING [Identifies topics to be - A bulleted list of the reference materials
introduced on this lesson] for this lesson
- Students are expected to come
Topic in Bold [The primary topic to introduce] prepared to each lesson…
 Square bullets represent graded items - by studying the material from this list
- Not graded; extra information beforehand
- Not graded; extra information
 OPTIONAL [Not required; grade 1-5 if
performed]

INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING STAGE ONE (15.1 HOURS)
Lessons 1-15
STAGE ONE OBJECTIVES: The student will be instructed in the basic flying procedures and skills
necessary to operate an aircraft in the IFR environment, including basic attitude instrument flying, holding
procedures, and an introduction to instrument approaches.
STAGE ONE COMPLETION STANDARDS: The stage will be completed when the student satisfactorily
passes the Stage One check and is able to conduct instrument flight maneuvers safely. Students must
be able to enter holds via recommended procedures and remain within the protected area. Students
must also be able to brief, tune, and fly a non-precision approach within Instrument ACS standards.
Finally, students must be able to control the aircraft to Instrument ACS standards using full and partial
panel.

LESSON 1: PRE/POST GROUND Instrument Control Techniques

 Control/performance method
2.0 HOURS - Control instruments
LESSON OBJECTIVE - Performance instruments
This lesson will introduce the student to flying by - Navigation instruments
reference to instruments. The student will - Procedural steps
become acquainted with human factors, - Attitude control
aerodynamic factors, flight instruments and
general operations/limitations. - Power control
 Primary/supporting method
GROUND TRAINING - Pitch instruments
Enrollment – ensure the student: - Bank instruments
 Is taking, or has taken, Instrument
- Power instruments
Ground School
 Possesses a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd class medical IFR Preflight Briefing
 Possesses a Private Pilot Certificate,  Apply risk management checklist to an
Single Engine Land IFR flight (PAVE)
 Has TSA approval (if applicable)  Weather Briefing Using
 Has read and signed the flight lab 1800WXBRIEF.COM (or similar briefing
Terms of Agreement (if applicable) tool)
 Is furnished with:  Additional required maintenance and
- A signed enrollment certificate inspections for IFR
- A copy of this TCO  Instrument cockpit check and limitations
- A copy of the SECOM  Runway incursions
- Low visibility
Required Equipment - Importance of briefing
 91.205 required for IFR taxi/hotspots
 Kinds of Equipment List (POH) - Parallel runways
 Departure clearance
Systems and Instruments
 Pitot-static systems
- Required information
 Pitot-static instrument & errors - Format (e.g. CRAFT)
 Compass and errors
 Compass turns COMPLETION STANDARDS
 Gyroscopic instruments The student will have a basic understanding of
instrument attitude flying techniques, systems
 Vacuum system
related to IFR flight.
Cockpit Configurations REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Electronic Flight Information System
(EFIS)
- Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
91.205
- Attitude Heading Reference
- Instrument Flying Handbook (IFH) FAA-
System (AHRS)
H-8083-15B Ch 5, 6 and 7
- Air Data Computer (ADS)
 Standard “6 Pack”
- Instrument Airmen Certification
Standards (ACS) I. Task A
- ACS II. Tasks A-C
- ACS IV Tasks A & B

LESSON 2: FLIGHT
FLIGHT TRAINING:
1.2 HOURS DUAL Fundamentals of Instrument Flying
1.0 HOURS INSTRUMENT  Aircraft control (pitch/power/trim)
 Known power settings
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST
 Straight-and-level flight
 Standard-rate-turns
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Timed turns
The student will be introduced to controlling the  Turns at different bank angles ≤ 45°
aircraft by sole reference to instruments. He/she
 Steep turns
should gain an understanding of known power
 Constant rate climbs and level offs
settings, and he/she should begin to develop
instrument scanning skills.  Constant airspeed climbs and level offs
 Constant rate descent and level offs
GROUND TRAINING  Constant airspeed descent and levels
Preflight Preparation & Procedures offs
 Additional inspections for IFR  Turns to specific headings
- Pitot/static
- VOR Navigation
 Vectors to the practice area
- GPS database currency  GPS to the airport
 VOR check
 Instrument cockpit check Post Flight Procedures
- Altimeter(s) w/n 75’ of field elev.  After landing checklist
(and 50’ of stby altimeter)  Close flight plan (simulated)
- Attitude indicator(s) ≤ 5° bank  Taxi diagram
- Inclinometer opposite turn  Post flight walk around
- Rate of turn indicator opposite
turn COMPLETION STANDARDS
The student will begin to develop basic
- HSI showing direction of turn instrument control and scanning skills. The
- VSI indicating zero student should be able to control the aircraft
- Airspeed(s) indicating zero without getting into unintentional unusual
- Compass showing known attitude situations.
headings and full of fluid
 Cockpit management
 PFD/MFD screen configuration - IFH Ch 5, 6, and 7
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram
(if applicable)
 Taxi brief
 Departure clearance (Using Flight
Following)

LESSON 3: FLIGHT
1.2 HOURS DUAL FLIGHT TRAINING: Review
1.0 HOURS INSTRUMENT Fundamentals of Instrument Flying
 Aircraft control (pitch/power/trim)
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST  Known power settings
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Standard-rate-turns
The student will further develop instrument  Timed turns
scanning skills and aircraft control by reference  Steep turns
to instruments. The student will be introduced to
 Constant rate climbs and level offs
recovery from unusual attitudes by reference to
 Constant airspeed climbs and level offs
instruments.
 Constant rate descent and level offs
GROUND TRAINING: Review  Constant airspeed descent and levels
Preflight Preparation & Procedures offs
 Additional Inspections for IFR  Turns to specific headings
- Pitot/static
Navigation
- VOR  Vectors to the practice area
- GPS database currency  GPS to the airport
 VOR check
 Instrument cockpit check Post Flight Procedures
- Altimeter(s) w/n 75’ of field elev.  After landing checklist
(and 50’ of stby altimeter)  Close flightplan (simulated)
- Attitude indicator(s) ≤ 5° bank  Taxi diagram
- Inclinometer opposite turn  Post flight walk around
- Rate of turn indicator opposite FLIGHT TRAINING
turn  Recovery from unusual attitudes
- HSI showing direction of turn
- VSI indicating zero COMPLETION STANDARDS
- Airspeed(s) indicating zero The student will demonstrate increased
- Compass showing known proficiency in instrument scanning and aircraft
headings and full of fluid control by reference to instruments. This
 Cockpit management includes maintaining altitude within ±100 feet
 PFD/MFD screen configuration during level flight, headings within ±10° airspeed
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram within ±10 knots and bank angles within
(if applicable) ±5°during turns. Students will also use proper
 Taxi brief instrument cross-check and interpretation and
 Departure clearance (Using Flight apply appropriate pitch, bank power, and trim
Following) corrections when applicable. During unusual
attitude recovery, students will use proper
instrument cross-check and interpretation to
identify an unusual attitude, and apply the
appropriate correction, in the correct sequence,
to return to stabilized level flight altitude.
- IFH Ch 5, 6 and 7

LESSON 4: FLIGHT Navigation

 Vectors
1.3 HOURS DUAL  GPS
1.1 HOURS INSTRUMENT
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST Post Flight Procedures
 After landing checklist
 Close flightplan (simulated)
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Taxi diagram
The student will further develop instrument  Post flight walk around
scanning skills and aircraft control by reference
to instruments. The student will be introduced to
FLIGHT TRAINING
partial panel instrument flying, practice patterns,
Partial Panel Instrument Flying*
and Vertical S Maneuvers.
 Straight and level flight
 Standard rate turns
GROUND TRAINING: Review
Preflight Preparation & Procedures  Timed turns
 Additional inspections for IFR  Magnetic compass turns
 Constant airspeed climbs and descents
- Pitot/static
 Constant rate climbs and descents
- VOR  Climbing and descending turns
- GPS database currency  Recovery from unusual attitudes
 VOR check
 Instrument cockpit check *Note: Recommend Pattern D to practice
- Altimeter(s) w/n 75’ of field elev. timed/compass turns. See Appendix F
(and 50’ of stby altimeter)
- Attitude indicator(s) ≤ 5° bank System and Equipment Malfunctions
- Inclinometer opposite turn  Electrical system failure
 Vacuum or PFD failure
- Rate of turn indicator opposite
turn
Full Panel Instrument Flying
- HSI showing direction of turn  Vertical S-1**
- VSI indicating zero
- Airspeed(s) indicating zero **Note: See Appendix G “Vertical S Procedures”
- Compass showing known
headings and full of fluid COMPLETION STANARDS
 Cockpit management The student will increase proficiency in full panel
 PFD/MFD screen configuration instrument flying, and he/she will begin to
develop aircraft control and instrument scanning
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram skills for partial panel aircraft control. This
(if applicable) includes maintaining altitude within ±100 feet
 Taxi brief during level flight, headings within ±10° airspeed
 Departure clearance (Using Flight within ±10 knots and bank angles within
Following) ±5°during turns. Students will also use proper
instrument cross-check and interpretation and
GROUND TRAINING apply appropriate pitch, bank power, and trim
 Partial panel corrections when applicable. During unusual
 Vertical S** attitude recovery, students will recognize,
confirm, and recover from unusual attitudes
FLIGHT TRAINING: Review within Instrument ACS standards.
Fundamentals of Instrument Flying
 Aircraft control (pitch/power/trim) REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Known power settings - IFH Ch 5, 6 and 7
 Constant airspeed climbs & level offs
 Turns to specific headings

LESSON 5: PRE/POST GROUND GPS

 How GPS works
2.0 HOURS  Approved GPS for navigation
 Minimum satellites
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will become familiar with the
- Minimum for 3D position
function, use, and limitations of VOR, DME, and - Minimum for RAIM
GPS systems. He/she will also be introduced to  RAIM
holding procedures. - Definition
- Prediction
GROUND TRAINING
VORs - Loss of RAIM
 VOR service volumes  Database currency
 WAAS
- High
 Navigation performance
- Low
- Enroute
- Terminal
 Radials
- Terminal
 Distance between radials - Approach
 OBS mode
- 1º = 1nm at 60 DME
- Time, speed, and distance Holding Procedures
calculations  Types of holds (standard vs
 Omni bearing selector nonstandard)
 To/From indications  VOR/LOC and GPS
 HSI vs moveable card  Holding at intersections
 Cross radials  Holding at stations
 DME Arc  Holding at waypoints
 VOR identification  How to enter the hold
- Visual identification (G500)  Speed for holding
- Audio identification  Expect Further Clearance (EFC) time
(Tune/identify/twist)  ATC holding instructions
 VOR Checks  Standard holding pattern
- Date/place/error/signature  Nonstandard holding pattern
- VOT  Outbound and inbound timing
 Crosswind correction
- Dual
- Airborne COMPLETION STANDARDS
- Ground The student will understand the operation and
- VOR check publications (where function of VORs, GPS, and DME as well as
to find) understanding holding procedures.
 Cone of confusion
DME - AIM 5-3-8(2)
 Slant range - IFH Ch 9 “VOR, DME, GPS”
 GPS in lieu of DME - IFH Ch 10 “Holding Procedures”
- ACS V Task A (Navigation Systems)

LESSON 6: SIMULATOR
1.0 HOURS DUAL
0.2 HOURS PRE/POST
LESSON OBJECTIVE
Introduces the student to VOR and GPS
navigation, including radial interception, tracking,
holding, and DME arcs (VOR only.) The student
should be exposed to different holding entries
and types (DME, fix, etc.)
SIMULATOR TRAINING
VOR Navigation
 VOR orientation
 VOR radial interception
 VOR tracking IB and OB exercises
 Intercept and track a DME arc through
30 degrees or more
 Time, speed, and distance calculation
 Holding instructions (clearance, copy,
readback)
 VOR hold entry
 VOR holding
GPS Navigation
 GPS Database Checks
 GPS radial interception
 GPS hold over fix
- Use OBS mode and a fix in
practice area or published hold
on an approach
 Hold over station
The student will become familiar with VOR and
GPS navigation and holding. He/she should be
able to maintain situational awareness while
entering VOR and GPS holds.
- AIM 5-3-8(2)
- IFH Ch 9 “VOR, DME, GPS”
- IFH Ch 10 “Holding Procedures”

LESSON 7: FLIGHT
FLIGHT TRAINING
1.3 HOURS DUAL VOR Navigation
1.1 HOURS INSTRUMENT  VOR orientation
 VOR radial interception
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST
 VOR tracking IB and OB exercises
 Intercept and track a DME arc through
LESSON OBJECTIVE 30 degrees or more
This lesson reinforces what was covered in the  Time, speed, and distance calculation
simulator, applying VOR navigation to radial
 Holding instructions
interception, tracking, holding, and DME arcs
 VOR hold entry
while in the airplane. The student should be
exposed to different holding entries and types  VOR DME holding
(DME, fix, etc.)  VOR station holding
 OPTIONAL: vectors to the VOR final
GROUND TRAINING: Review approach
VOR Navigation
 Inbound/outbound COMPLETION STANDARDS
 Course sensitivity The student should be able to intercept and
 Cone of confusion track radials, fly a DME arc, and execute a VOR
 VOR Identification holding pattern with little CFI assistance.
Throughout the flight he/she will be able to
Holds control the aircraft within ACS standards.
 Standard and non-standard
 Timed and DME
 Hold entries - AIM 5-3-8(2)
- IFH Ch 9 “VOR, DME, GPS”
Preflight Preparation & Procedures - IFH Ch 10 “Holding Procedures”
 Additional inspections for IFR - ACS V Task A (Navigation Systems)
 VOR check
 Instrument cockpit check
 PFD/MFD screen configuration
(if applicable)
 Taxi brief
 Obtain Flight Following
FLIGHT TRAINING: Review

Full or Partial Panel Instrument Flying
 Vertical S-1, S-2, or S-3
 OPTIONAL: unusual attitude
 OPTIONAL: steep turn

LESSON 8: FLIGHT FLIGHT TRAINING

GPS Navigation
1.3 HOURS DUAL  GPS checks
1.1 HOURS INSTRUMENT  GPS orientation
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST  GPS radial interception
 GPS hold over fix
LESSON OBJECTIVE - Use OBS mode and a fix in
The student will continue to refine instrument practice area or published hold
flight using GPS navigation. on an approach
GROUND TRAINING: Review  DME arc OBS or RMI
Holds
 Published COMPETION STANDARDS
 Non-published The student should be able to program the GPS
 Holding using OBS for basic navigation and fly holding procedures
 Hold over fix within ACS standards.
Preflight Preparation & Procedures - AIM 5-3-8(2)
 Additional inspections for IFR - IFH Ch 9 “VOR, DME, GPS”
 VOR check
- IFH Ch 10 “Holding Procedures”
(if applicable)
 Taxi brief

Full Panel Instrument Flying
 Turns at different bank angles
 Climbing and descending turns
Partial Panel Instrument Flying

 Straight and level flight
 Pattern D
- Compass turn
- Timed turn

LESSON 9: PRE/POST GROUND GPS Approaches

 Approach design
2.0 HOURS  GPS approaches
 GPS equipment requirements
LESSON OBJECTIVE
 Navigation database
This lesson introduces the student to arrival,
departure, and approach charts. The student will  Required Nav. Performance (RNP)
learn how to interpret and brief each type of - RAIM
chart, and he/she will begin to develop an  GPS overlay approach
understanding of IFR procedures.  GPS stand alone approach
 Vectors to a GPS approach
GROUND TRAINING  MAP/DA
Approach Chart Layout
 Heading section Missed Approaches
- Pilot briefing information  Initial response
 Plan view  Flying the published missed
- Initial Approach Fix (IAF)  Alternative climb-out from ATC
- Intermediate Fix (IF)  Reporting
- Final Approach Fix (FAF)  Fuel planning
 Profile view
- Step down fix
- VDP COMPLETION STANDARDS
The student should demonstrate basic skills
Landing Minimums interpreting and briefing instrument procedure
 Aircraft approach categories charts and basic understanding of instrument
procedure layouts.
 91.175 descent below MDA
Requirements
- Visibility - IFH Ch 1 pages 10-30
- Runway environment - ACS VI. Tasks A-E (Instrument
- A/C in a position to make a Approach Procedures)
normal descent to land - Instrument Procedures Handbook (IPH)
Ch 4
VOR Approaches
 VOR approach procedures
 Operating principles
 VOR/DME RNAV approaches
 Off-airport facility
 On-airport facility
 VOR/DME approach procedures
 Vectors to final
 Missed Approach Point (MAP)

LESSON 10: SIMULATOR  Missed approach

 Go-around (PPPFC)
1.8 HOURS DUAL
1.8 HOURS INSTRUMENT COMPLETION STANDARDS
0.2 HOURS PRE/POST Through instructor guidance the student should
demonstrate understanding and application of
LESSON OBJECTIVE instrument approach procedures by flying each
The student will be introduced to GPS and VOR approach to the desired outcome (i.e. landing,
approach and missed approach procedures. The missed approach.)
instructor should simulate an ATC controller,
beginning the lesson with a departure clearance. REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- IFH Ch 1 pages 10-30
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the - ACS VI. Tasks A-E (Instrument
instructor should include the approaches flown Approach Procedures)
in the remarks section of the grade sheet. - IPH Ch 4
SIMULATOR TRAINING
VOR Approach
 Approach briefing
 GPS overlay*
 ATC clearance
 Utilizing 20/10nm checklists
 IAF memory item
- BCCGUMPS
 FAF memory item
- Time/Gear/Power/Tower
- Lights x3 Flaps
 Straight-in to land
 Missed approach
 Go-around process
- Power
- Push nose level to gain
airspeed
- Pull-up
- Flaps
- Contact ATC
*Note: To build situational awareness skills one

VOR approach should be flown without GPS
overlay.
GPS Approach
 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance
 20/10 MN Checklists
 IAF memory item (BCCGUMPS)
 FAF memory item

LESSON 11: FLIGHT

Approach Completion
1.5 HOURS DUAL  Straight-in to land
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT  Missed approach and hold
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST
Post Flight Procedures
LESSON OBJECTIVE  After landing
The student will begin flying instrument  Checking instruments and equipment at
approaches (VOR and GPS) in the airplane. engine shutdown
Vectors to final are used so he/she can  Parking and securing the aircraft
concentrate on course intercepts, tracking, and  Instrument checks and antennas
altitude and airspeed control while descending
to the runway environment. COMPLETION STANDARDS:
Basic aircraft control (heading, altitude,
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the airspeed) should be to ACS standards. With
instructor should include the approaches flown some CFI assistance the student should be able
in the remarks section of the grade sheet. to brief each approach, set up the appropriate
NAVAIDS and displays, and intercept and track
GROUND TRAINING: review each course inbound while descending safely to
Preflight Preparation & Procedures the runway environment.
 Additional inspections for IFR
 VOR check REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Instrument cockpit check - IFH Ch 1 pages 10-30
 Cockpit management - ACS VI. Tasks A-E (Instrument
 PFD/MFD screen configuration Approach Procedures)
 Taxi brief - IPH Ch 4
FLIGHT TRAINING
VOR Approach
 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance
 20/10nm Checklist
 IAF memory item
 FAF memory item
 OPTIONAL: missed approach
 Go-around memory item
GPS Approach
 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance
 20/10nm Checklist
 IAF memory item
 FAF memory item

LESSON 12: FLIGHT

1.5 HOURS DUAL Post Flight Procedures
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT  After landing
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST  Checking instruments and equipment at
engine shutdown
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Parking and securing the aircraft
The student will review instrument flight  Instrument checks and antennas
maneuvers, partial panel instrument flying, VOR
instrument approaches and holding in COMPLETION STANDARDS
preparation for the Stage One check The student should be able to maintain basic
aircraft control to ACS standards. Additionally,
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the he/she should be able to fly each task, including
instructor should include the approaches flown briefing, tuning, setting-up, intercepting, and
in the remarks section of the grade sheet. tracking a VOR approach course, with little
guidance from the instructor.
Instrument Procedures REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Preflight preparation and procedures - IFH Ch 1 pages 10-30
 VOR approaches - ACS VI. Tasks A-E (Instrument
 VOR holding Approach Procedures)
 Missed approach
- IPH Ch 4
 Briefing

Full Panel Maneuvers
 Unusual attitudes
 DME arc (unpublished; VOR only)

 Standard-rate turns
 Pattern D
- Compass turn
- Timed turn
VOR Approach
 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance
 In range memory item
 IAF memory item
 FAF memory item
Instrument Procedures
 Holding (IAF, missed, or unpublished)
 OPTIONAL: landing from an approach

LESSON 13: FLIGHT  OPTIONAL: missed approach

 OPTIONAL: landing from an approach
1.5 HOURS DUAL Post Flight Procedures
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT  After landing
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST  Checking instruments and equipment at
engine shutdown
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Parking and securing the aircraft
The student will review instrument flight  Instrument checks and antennas
maneuvers, partial panel instrument flying, GPS
instrument approaches and holding in COMPLETION STANDARDS
preparation for the Stage One check. The The student should be able to maintain basic
student will be assigned the GPA “Basic aircraft control to ACS standards. Additionally,
Instrument Exam” at the completion of this he/she should be able to fly each task, including
lesson. briefing, programming, setting-up, intercepting,
and tracking a GPS approach course, with little
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the guidance from the instructor.
instructor should include the approaches flown
in the remarks section of the grade sheet. REQUIRED READING/STUDY

 Preflight preparation and procedures
 GPS approaches
 GPS holding
 Missed approach
 Briefing

Full Panel Maneuvers
 Unusual attitudes
 DME arc (unpublished)

 Standard-rate turns
 Pattern D
- Compass turn
- Timed turn
GPS Approach
 ATC clearance
 IAF memory item
 FAF memory item
 Holding (IAF, missed, or unpublished)

LESSON 14: PRE/POST GROUND GROUND TRAINING

Student Logbook Review (Student must be
2.0 HOURS present)
LESSON OBJECTIVES COMPLETION STANDARDS
This ground lesson is used to prepare the Through oral quizzing the student should
student for the oral portion of his/her Stage One demonstrate a basic understanding of safe
check, and to ensure his/her training records are aircraft operating principles in the IFR
in order. environment, including instrument systems,
control of an aircraft by reference to instruments,
GROUND TRAINING: Review partial panel control, and basic instrument
Basic Instrument Exam procedures. This lesson is not complete until the
 Correct to 100% record audit is accomplished and all errors are
corrected.
General Knowledge
 Flight instruments REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Navigation equipment - All material previously covered, with an
 Instrument cockpit check emphasis on the ACS Areas of
 Holding procedures Operations and Tasks
Preflight Preparation
 Weather briefing
 Risk management
 Practice area selection
Aircraft Airworthiness
 91.205 required equipment
 Required maintenance and inspections
Systems, Instruments, and Errors

 Gyroscopic instruments
 Pitot static instruments
 AHRS/ADC
 GPS/WAAS/RAIM
 VORs/DME

LESSON 15: STAGE ONE CHECK  Cockpit management

1.5 HOURS DUAL
 Taxi brief
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT  Briefing
1.5 HOURS PRE/POST  Obtain Flight Following
LESSON OBJECTIVE FLIGHT TRAINING: Review

The Chief/Assistant Chief Instructor or an Full Panel Maneuvers
approved Stage Check Pilot will evaluate the  Basic aircraft control
student’s knowledge and proficiency in the items  Vertical S-1, S-2, or S-3
listed below to determine if he/she can operate  Unusual attitudes
the aircraft safely in the local environment, and
to determine if he/she is ready to begin Stage Systems and Equipment Malfunctions
Two.  Electrical failure
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the
Partial Panel
in the remarks section of the grade sheet.
 Basic aircraft control
 Pattern D
General Knowledge  Timed turns
 Instrument cockpit check  Compass turns
 Holding procedures
VOR Navigation
Preflight Preparation  Radial interception and tracking
 Pilot qualifications  VOR hold and timing procedures
 Weather briefing  DME Arc (VOR only)
 Risk management
 Practice area selection GPS Navigation
 Course interception and tracking
Aircraft Airworthiness  GPS hold
 91.205 required equipment  OBS function
 91.213 inoperative equipment
 Required maintenance and inspections Instrument Approach
 Non-Localizer, Non-precision Approach
Systems, Instruments, and Errors  Vectors to final
 Gyroscopic instruments  Landing from an approach
 Pitot static instruments
 AHRS/ADC COMPLETION STANDARDS
 GPS/WAAS/RAIM Basic aircraft control via instruments should be
to ACS standards (including climb/descent rates
 VORs/DME
on the Vertical S w/n ±100 f.p.m. of the rate
assigned by the check pilot.) The student should
Approaches
be able to enter holding patterns via
 Approach chart
recommended procedures, staying on the
- Approach briefing protected side. When vectored to an approach,
- Frequencies the student should be able to fly the approach to
- Landing minimums ACS standards.
- Categories REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- Missed approach (None)
Preflight Procedures
 VOR check

INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING STAGE TWO (11.3 HOURS)
Lessons 16 – 23
STAGE TWO OBJECTIVES: In this stage the student will build upon the skills gained in Stage One by
learning how to operate safely in the National Airspace System (NAS). This includes instrument approach
procedures, and air traffic control communications. Stage One lessons, such as area maneuvers and
emergency procedures, will continue to be refined in preparation for the end of the Stage Two check.
STAGE TWO COMPLETION STANDARDS: The stage will be completed when the student demonstrates
ability to operate safely in the National Airspace System using appropriate planning, aircraft control, filing
tools, and radio communication. Further, the student must also be able to demonstrate ability to fly
precision and localizer approaches to ACS standards.

LESSON 16: PRE/POST GROUND  Differences of precision and non-

precision GPS approaches
3.0 HOURS  MAP vs. DA
 Missed approach procedure
LESSON OBJECTIVE
This lesson introduces the student to  What SUSPEND mode is and when to
arrival/departure procedures and precision turn it off
approaches. The student will learn how to  GPS hold from missed
interpret and brief each type of chart.
GROUND TRAINING: Review Approach

Approach Chart Layout  Procedure turn
 Heading section  Holding in lieu of procedure turn
 Plan view  RNAV Terminal Arrival Areas (TAA)
 Profile view  No PT
 Circle to land
Landing Minimums - Obstacle clearance
 Aircraft approach categories - MDA
 91.175 descent below MDA - Losing sight of the runway
requirements
Departure Charts
GROUND TRAINING  Instrument departure procedures
How to File and IFR Flight Plan  Pilot navigation instrument departure
 Information needed
procedure
 Methods of filing
 Vector instrument departure procedure
 How to obtain clearance
 Chart format and symbols
- Towered airport
- Non-Towered airport Departure Procedures
 Takeoff minimums
ILS Approach Procedures  Departure options
 Design of ILS approaches  IFR departure procedures
 Course sensitivity  Radar departures
 DME arcs  VFR departures
 Vectors for ILS  RNAV departures
 Glide Slope Intercept  Selecting a departure method
 Descent power setting
 Setting/airspeed/vertical speed Arrival Charts
 Decision height/decision altitude  Standard Terminal Arrival Route (STAR)
 Descent below DA  Interpreting the STARs
 Missed approach  Vertical navigation planning
 RNAV arrival
Localizer Only Approaches
 In lieu of ILS Arrival Procedures
 Timing to MAP  Preparing for the arrival
 Reviewing the approach
Localizer Back Course  Altitude
 Reverse sensing  Airspeeds/power settings at various
 Stabilized descent for non-precision points of an approach
GPS WAAS COMPLETION STANDARDS

 How to know of your GPS is WAAS The student should be able to interpret and brief
capable instrument procedure charts, and he/she should
understand instrument procedure layouts.

- IPH Ch 1, 3, and 4
- IFH Ch 9 “ILS”
- ACS V. Task B. (Arrival/Departure
Procedures)
- ACS VI. Tasks A-E (Instrument
Approach Procedures)

LESSON 17: SIMULATOR

1.8 HOURS DUAL
0.2 HOURS PRE/POST
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will be introduced to flying
instrument procedures for ILS and LOC Back
Course Approaches as well as missed approach
procedures. The instructor should simulate an
ATC controller, beginning the lesson with a
departure clearance.

SIMULATOR TRAINING
ILS Approach
 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance
 DME arc
 Initial approach fix memory item
 Procedure turn
 FAF
 Missed approach
Localizer Back Course Approach

 Back course localizer approach
 Reverse sensing
 Setting OBS to front course inbound
 Missed approach
 OPTIONAL: circle to a missed approach
(lose sight of the runway)
Through instructor guidance the student should
demonstrate understanding and application of
ILS and LOC Back Course instrument approach
procedures by flying each approach to the
desired outcome (i.e. landing, missed
approach.)
Approach Procedures)

LESSON 18: FLIGHT  OPTIONAL: DME arc

 OPTIONAL: vectors to final
1.7 HOURS DUAL  OPTIONAL: procedure turn
1.5 HOURS INSTRUMENT  IAF memory item
0.3 HOURS PRE/POST  FAF
LESSON OBJECTIVE VOR Approach

The student will perform ILS and LOC  OPTIONAL: vectors to final
approaches for the first time in the aircraft. Time  OPTIONAL: full procedure
and weather permitting, this lesson should be
flown IFR to another airport with an ILS Approach Completion
approach, giving the student exposure to the  Straight in to land
IFR environment (log as X/C if 50NM away.)*  Missed approach
Perform 3 approaches if time allows (including a  OPTIONAL: Circle to land
VOR approach), with at least one concluding in
a circle-to-land or missed approach. After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
 Close IFR flight plan
 Parking and securing the aircraft
 Post flight inspection
*Suggested Route 1: KRST KLSE KRST
*Suggested Route 2: KRST KEAU KRST COMPETION STANDARDS

Basic aircraft control should be to ACS
GROUND TRAINING: Review standards. The student should be able to fly
Preflight Preparation & Procedures each task, including briefing, tuning, setting-up,
 VOR check intercepting, and tracking a ILS/LOC/VOR
 Instrument cockpit check approach course, with little guidance from the
 Cockpit management instructor.
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram - ACS I. Tasks A-C (Preflight Preparation)
(if applicable)
 Taxi brief
- ACS II. Tasks A-C (Preflight
Procedures)
 IFR departure clearance (CRAFT)
FLIGHT TRAINING Approach Procedures)
ILS Approach - ACS VIII. (Post Flight Procedures)
 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance
 OPTIONAL: DME arc
 OPTIONAL: procedure turn
 IAF memory item
 FAF
Localizer Only Approach

 GPS overlay
 ATC clearance

LESSON 19: PRE/POST GROUND Electronic Flight Bag

 Database currency
2.0 HOURS  AFD information
 Chart information
LESSON OBJECTIVE
 Weather
The student will learn about low enroute charts,
ATC procedures, and cross country related  Flight planning
regulations. The student will be introduced to  W&B
instrument cross country planning, weather  Auto-Pilot usage
briefing, and cross country emergencies. The
instructor and student should plan the cross Cross Country Planning
flights for lessons 20 and 21.  Performance calculations
 Limitations
GROUND TRAINING  Systems
ATC Procedures  Navigation Log
 Departure clearance and readback  Calculating ETEs and ETAs
 Required calls  Plan departure from non-towered and
 Canceling IFR flight plans towered airports
 “Pop Up” clearances  Enroute phase
 Approach phase
Cross Country Regulations  Open and close IFR flight plans
 IFR cruising altitudes
 Minimum fuel requirements Weather Briefing
 Alternate requirements  Briefing tools
 Alternate minimums  Prog chart WX theory
 EFB weather briefing
Low Enroute Chart  Convective activity
 Airways  Icing
 Stations and station information - Conditions
 Reporting points
- Types
- Compulsory  Hail
- Non-compulsory  On board Wx systems
 Altitudes - NEXRAD
- MEA
- MOCA Emergencies
- MRA  Minimum fuel advisory
- MCA  Emergency fuel advisory
 Icing
- OROCA  System failures
- MVA  Loss of communication
 Airspace
 Special use airspace COMPLETION STANDARDS
- Military Operations Area (MOA) The student should have the knowledge
- Restricted necessary to safely plan and execute an
- Prohibited instrument cross country flight.
- Military Training Routes (MTR) REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Enroute weather information
- IPH Ch 2
- IFH Ch 1
- ACS Areas I-VII.

LESSON 20: SIMULATOR COMPLETION STANDARDS

The student should be able to execute approach
1.8 HOURS DUAL procedures with little to no instructor guidance,
1.8 HOURS INSTRUMENT and he/she should demonstrate sound ADM
skills throughout the flight.
0.2 PRE/POST
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will perform a practice cross country - ACS I. (Preflight Preparation)
lesson in the simulator in preparation for IFR - ACS II. (Preflight Procedures)
cross country flights. The instructor will assign a - ACS VI. (Instrument Approach
scenario to introduce the student to ATC Procedures)
procedures in the IFR environment. - ACS VII Tasks A and D (Emergency
Procedures)
instructor should include the approaches flown - ACS VIII. (Post Flight Procedures)
SIMULATOR TRAINING
Cross Country Procedures
 Departure
 Enroute navigation
 Airway interception
 ATC communications
 In range procedures
Instrument Approach Procedures

 ILS approach to DA
 GPS approach
 VOR approach
 One of the above partial panel
 Full approach procedure
Approach Completion
 Circle to land
Holding
 Holding entry
 OPTIONAL: IAF hold
 OPTIONAL: missed approach hold
 EFC
Emergency Procedures
 Minimum fuel advisory
 Ice build up
 Loss of electrical power
 Loss of communication

LESSON 21: FLIGHT

3.0 HOURS DUAL X/C
FLIGHT TRAINING
1.0 HOURS PRE/POST Cross Country Procedures
 Departure
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Enroute navigation
The student will be introduced to instrument - Victor airways
cross country flights and ATC communications
by conducting an IFR cross country flight along - Direct-to
victor airways as assigned by the instructor.  ATC communications
Segments should meet or exceed the 50NM  In range procedures
cross country requirement for training. The flight
should be performed to at least one towered FLIGHT TRAINING: Review
airport underlying Class B airspace, and at least Instrument Approach Procedures
3 instrument approaches should be flown to  Precision approach to DA
further develop the student’s instrument  Non precision approach
confidence and skills.  Additional approaches
Approved Routes: KRST – KANE – KLSE –  OPTIONAL: vectors to final
KRST (This route is 247km with the KANE –  Full approach procedure
KLSE leg being 108nm)
Approach Completion
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  Missed approach procedure
 Circle to land
Cross Country Flight Planning After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
 Weather briefing  Close IFR flight plan
 Filing a flight plan  After landing checklist
 Enroute calculations  Parking and securing the aircraft
 Alternate requirements  Post flight inspection
 Alternate minimums
 ATC procedures COMPLETION STANDARDS
The student should be able to perform all
approaches with little to no instructor guidance.
Preflight Preparation & Procedures
The student should demonstrate sound
 VOR check
judgment and ADM skills throughout the flight.
 Cockpit management REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- GPS loaded - IPH Ch 2
- IFH Ch 1
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram - ACS I-VII.
(if applicable)
 Taxi brief
 IFR departure clearance

LESSON 22: SIMULATOR Electrical Failure

 Single item failure alternator failure
1.5 HOURS DUAL  Total electrical failure
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST Vacuum Failure
 Heading indicator failure
LESSON OBJECTIVE  DG failure
The student will review approach procedures,  Vacuum pump failure
emergencies, and ADM scenarios.
Pitot/Static Failure
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  Airspeed indicator at zero
instructor should include the approaches flown  Airspeed indicator acts like altimeter
in the remarks section of the grade sheet.  Static port blocked with ice or another
object
SIMULATOR TRAINING
Partial Panel Procedures COMPLETION STANDARDS
 Precision approach straight/circle The student should demonstrate sound
 Non-precision approach straight/circle ADM/SPRM skills and increased proficiency in
 Holding approach procedures.
 Missed approach
Emergency Procedures - ACS VI. (Instrument Approach
 Communication failure Procedures)
 System failure - ACS VII Tasks A and D (Emergency
 Instrument failure Procedures)
 Engine failure
 Oil pressure low or failed
 Mode C Failure
 Mag Failure
 Icing accumulating
 Flying into an area of precipitation start
light then progress to severe
System Malfunctions
 engine problems
 electrical failure
 vacuum failure
 pitot/static failure
Engine Problems
 Oil pressure/temperature scenario
 Drop in RPM
 Low fuel indicator
 Engine failure

LESSON 23: STAGE TWO - Set MFD screen to taxi diagram

(if applicable)
CHECK  Taxi brief
1.5 HOURS DUAL  IFR departure clearance
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The Chief/Assistant Chief Instructor or an
ILS Approach
approved Stage Check Pilot will evaluate the
student’s knowledge and proficiency in the items
 GPS overlay
listed below to determine if he/she can operate
the aircraft safely in the local environment, and  ATC clearance
to determine if he/she is ready to begin Stage  In range memory item
Three.  DME Arc
 IAF memory item
The student will review ILS and localizer  FAF (glide slope intercept)
approaches in the aircraft. The student should  Missed Approach
perform the localizer approach as circle to land.
Localizer Approach
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  Approach briefing
instructor should include the approaches flown  GPS overlay
in the remarks section of the grade sheet.  ATC clearance
 Procedure turn
ILS Approaches
 IAF memory item
 DME arc
 FAF
 LOC only
 Circle to land
 Procedure turn
 Missed approach procedures
Approach Completion
 GPS overlay  Missed approach at DA or MAP
 ILS minimums
- ILS After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
- LOC  Close IFR flight plan
- Circling  After landing checklist
 Parking and securing the aircraft
GPS Approaches  Post flight inspection
 “No PT”
 WAAS COMPLETION STANDARDS
 GPS minimums Students should be able to brief, tune or
program, set-up, intercept, and track an ILS and
- LPV
localizer approach course while maintaining
- LP published altitudes and/or descent rates. The
- LNAV/VNAV student should be able to complete the
- LNAV approaches within instrument ACS standards.
- Circling
Preflight Preparation & Procedures
(None)
 VOR check

INSTRUMENT PILOT FLIGHT TRAINING STAGE THREE (17.4

HOURS)
Lessons 24 – 33
STAGE THREE OBJECTIVES: In this stage the student will build upon the skills gained in Stages One
and Two by learning how to operate safely in the National Airspace System (NAS). This includes
instrument approach procedures, Instrument cross country planning and flying, and air traffic control
communications. Skills from Stages One and Two, such as area maneuvers and emergency procedures,
will continue to be refined in preparation for the end of the course stage check.
STAGE THREE COMPLETION STANDARDS: The stage will be completed when the student
demonstrates through written, oral, and practical testing that he/she meets or exceeds Instrument Pilot,
Single Engine Land, Airman Certification Standards (ACS). The student’s flight time in various categories,
as indicated in his/her training records, must meet or exceed those set forth in FAR Part 141 Appendix C.
Students are expected to complete the FAA Instrument Pilot knowledge test prior to the end of course
stage check. A logbook endorsement from the student’s instructor is required before taking this written
test.

LESSON 24: PRE/POST GROUND Weather

 Briefing tools
1.0 HOURS
- EFB weather briefing
LESSON OBJECTIVE - 1-800-WX-Brief
The student will review low enroute charts, ATC  SIGMETS/AIRMETS
procedures, cross country related regulations,  Prog chart WX theory
and cross country planning, to include weather - High/low pressure
briefing and anticipated emergencies. - Frontal passage
Additionally, this lesson introduces ASR and
Visual approaches as part of the IFR - Wind patterns/isogonic bars
environment. The instructor and student should  Convective activity
use this lesson to plan the cross country flight  Icing
for lesson 25. - Conditions
- Types
GROUND TRAINING: Review  Hail
ATC Procedures
 On Board WX systems
 Departure clearance and readback
 Required calls - NXRAD
 Canceling IFR flight plans - ADS-B (IN)
 “Pop Up” clearances
Emergencies
Cross Country Regulations  Minimum fuel advisory
 IFR cruising altitudes  Emergency fuel advisory
 Minimum fuel requirements  Icing
 Alternate requirements  System failures
 Alternate minimums  Loss of communication
Low Enroute Chart GROUND TRAINING

 Airways Other IFR Approaches
 Stations and station information  ASR
 Reporting points - Where to find
 Altitudes - No-gryo vs. “normal”
 Airspace - Minimums
 Special use airspace
- How to execute
 Enroute weather information
 Visual approach
Cross Country Planning - Visibility requirements
 Performance calculations - How to execute
 Limitations
 Systems COMPLETION STANDARDS
 Navigation Log The student should have the knowledge
 Calculating ETEs and ETAs necessary to safely plan and execute an
 Plan departure from non-towered and instrument cross country flight. Additionally, the
student should be able to perform a thorough
towered airports
pre-flight briefing, including NOTAMS, TFRs,
 Enroute phase
and expected weather.
 Approach phase
 Open and close IFR flight plans REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- IPH Ch 2
- IPH Ch 4 “Visual Approach” and “ASR”
- IFH Ch 1
- ACS I-V

LESSON 25: FLIGHT

3.0 HOURS DUAL X/C
2.8 HOURS INSTRUMENT FLIGHT TRAINING: Review
1.0 HOURS PRE/POST  Departure
LESSON OBJECTIVE - Victor airways
During this lesson the student will gain exposure
to the IFR environment by conducting an IFR - Direct-to
cross country flight along victor airways as  ATC communications
assigned by the instructor. Segments should  In range procedures
meet or exceed the 50NM cross country
requirement for training. The flight should be Holding
performed to at least one towered airport, and at  Holding entry
least 3 instrument approaches should be flown  OPTIONAL: ATC assigned
to further develop the student’s instrument  OPTIONAL: published
confidence and skills.
Approved Route: KRST – KEAU – KLSE –  Precision approach to DA
KRST  Non-precision approach
 Additional approaches
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  One of the above partial panel
 OPTIONAL: visual approach
GROUND TRAINING: Review  Full approach procedure
Cross Country Flight Planning
 Weather briefing Approach Completion
 Filing a flight plan  Missed approach procedure
 Enroute calculations  Circle to land
 Alternate requirements  Straight-in to land
 Alternate minimums
 ATC procedures After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
Preflight Preparation & Procedures  After landing checklist
 VOR check  Parking and securing the aircraft
 Instrument cockpit check  Post flight inspection
- GPS loaded The student should be able to perform all
 PFD/MFD screen configuration approaches with little to no instructor guidance.
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram The student should demonstrate sound
(if applicable) judgment and ADM skills throughout the flight.
 Taxi brief
 IFR departure clearance REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- IPH Ch 2
- IFH Ch 1
- ACS I-VIII.

LESSON 26: SIMULATOR Vacuum Failure

 Heading indicator failure
1.4 HOURS DUAL  DG failure
1.4 HOURS INSTRUMENT  Vacuum pump failure
0.6 HOURS PRE/POST
Pitot/Static Failure
 Airspeed indicator at zero
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will perform a cross country flight in  Airspeed indicator acts like altimeter
the simulator to further increase ADM skills while  Static port blocked with ice or another
the instructor introduces various complications object
to the scenario.
Aeronautical Decision Making
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  Re-entering clouds on a circling
instructor should include the approaches flown approach to land
in the remarks section of the grade sheet.  Minimum fuel on approach with no
break out
GROUND TRAINING: Review  Minimum fuel while holding
Cross Country Flight Planning  Partial loss of power
 Weather briefing  Loss of RAIM
 Filing a flight plan
 Enroute calculations SIMULATOR TRAINING
 Alternate requirements ASR Approach
 Alternate minimums  ASR Approach
 ATC procedures  OPTIONAL: no-gyro ASR
SIMULATOR TRAINING: Review COMPLETION STANDARDS

Cross Country Procedures The student will demonstrate sound ADM skills
 Departure while performing simulated instrument
 Enroute navigation approaches.
 In range procedures REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- ACS VI. (Instrument Approach
Approaches Procedures)
 Precision approach - ACS VII. Tasks A and D (Emergency
 Non-precision approach Procedures)
Engine Problems
 Oil pressure/temperature scenario
 Drop in RPM
 Low fuel indicator
 Engine failure
Electrical Failure
 Single item failure alternator failure
 Communication failure
 Total electrical failure

LESSON 27: FLIGHT

3.0 HOURS DUAL X/C
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will continue to develop experience - Airways (victor or RNAV)
and confidence in the IFR environment by - Direct-to
conducting an IFR cross country flight along  ATC communications
victor airways as assigned by the instructor.  In range procedures
Segments should meet or exceed the 50NM
cross country requirement for training. The flight Holding
should be performed to at least one towered  Holding entry
airport, and at least 3 instrument approaches  OPTIONAL: ATC assigned
should be flown to further develop the student’s
 OPTIONAL: published
instrument confidence and skills. Request an
ASR approach if available.
 Precision approach to DA
Approved Route: KRST – KMCW – KALO –
KRST  Non-precision approach
 Additional approaches
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  One of the above partial panel
instructor should include the approaches flown  OPTIONAL: vectors to final
in the remarks section of the grade sheet.  OPTIONAL: ASR approach
Cross Country Flight Planning Approach Completion
 Weather briefing  Missed approach procedure
 Filing a flight plan  Circle to land
 Enroute calculations  Straight-in to land
 Alternate requirements
 Alternate minimums After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
 ATC procedures  Close IFR flight plan
Preflight Preparation & Procedures  Parking and securing the aircraft
 VOR check  Post flight inspection
 Cockpit management COMPLETION STANDARDS
- GPS loaded The student should be able to navigate under
 PFD/MFD screen configuration IFR in the NAS and perform all approaches with
- Set MFD screen to taxi diagram little to no instructor guidance. Additionally, the
student should demonstrate sound judgment
(if applicable)
and ADM skills throughout the flight.
 Taxi brief
 IFR departure clearance REQUIRED READING/STUDY
- IPH Ch 2
- IFH Ch 1
- ACS Areas I-VII.

LESSON 28: FLIGHT

4.0 HOURS DUAL X/C*
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will continue to develop instrument
cross country experience and ATC  In range procedures
communications.
Holding
Approved Route: This is the long X-C. KRST –  Holding entry
KMSN – KALO – KRST  OPTIONAL: ATC assigned
*NOTE: This cross country lesson meets or
exceeds 14 CFR 141 Appendix C, 4(c)(1)(i-iv), Approaches
which requires a cross country flight  ILS approach
performed under IFR consisting of a distance  GPS approach
of at least 250 nautical miles along airways  VOR/LOC approach
or ATC-directed routing, and with one  One of the above partial panel
segment of the flight consisting of at least a  OPTIONAL: no-gyro ASR approach
straight-line distance of 100 nautical miles  OPTIONAL: visual approach
between airports. At least one instrument
approach will be flown at each airport, and at
least 3 different kinds of approaches with the Approach Completion
use of navigation systems (ILS, VOR/LOC,  Straight-in to land
GPS) will be performed.  OPTIONAL: missed approach
procedure
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  OPTIONAL: circle to land
in the remarks section of the grade sheet. After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
GROUND TRAINING: Review  After landing checklist
Cross Country Flight Planning  Parking and securing the aircraft
 Weather briefing  Post flight inspection
 Filing a flight plan
 Enroute calculations COMPLETION STANDARDS
 Alternate requirements The student should be able to perform the entire
 Alternate minimums cross country flight, including all ATC
 ATC procedures communications, with little to no instructor help.
Basic aircraft control should meet ACS
Preflight Preparation & Procedures standards. This lesson is not complete until
 VOR check the requirements of 14 CFR 141 Appendix C,
 Instrument cockpit check 4(c)(1)(i-iv)* have been met.
- GPS loaded REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 PFD/MFD screen configuration − 14 CFR 141 Appendix C, 4(c)(1)(i-iv)
(if applicable)
 Taxi brief

LESSON 29: FLIGHT Approach Completion

1.5 HOURS DUAL  OPTIONAL: circle-to-land
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT  OPTIONAL: straight-in to land
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST
After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Close IFR flight plan
The student should review GPS, ILS, VOR and  After landing checklist
partial panel approach procedures. If time  Parking and securing the aircraft
allows, at least one missed, one straight-in, and  Post flight inspection
one circle-to-land should be completed on this
lesson. COMPLETION STANDARDS
The student should be able to complete each
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the approach at ACS standards with little to no
instructor should include the approaches flown guidance from the instructor.
GROUND TRAINING: Review - FAA Instrument Knowledge Exam
Approach Procedures (logbook endorsement required.)
 ILS
 VOR
 GPS
 Partial panel
 Missed approach
 Holding

 Departure
Holding
 Holding entry
 OPTIONAL: ATC assigned

 Precision approach
 Non-precision approach
 OPTIONAL: additional approach

LESSON 30: SIMULATOR Emergency Procedures

 Minimum fuel advisory
1.5 HOURS DUAL  Ice build up
1.5 HOURS INSTRUMENT  Loss of electrical power
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST  Vacuum or PFD failure
LESSON OBJECTIVE  Recovery from an unusual attitude
The student will prepare for the instrument stage
check by reviewing ILS, GPS, and VOR/LOC COMPLETION STANDARDS
approaches and cross country procedures. The The student should be able to execute approach
instructor should have the student perform 1 procedures with little to no instructor guidance.
straight-in to land, one circle-to-land, and one The student should demonstrate sound ADM
missed approach, in addition to at least one and SPRM skills throughout the lesson.
holding pattern.
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the - All material previously covered, with an
instructor should include the approaches flown emphasis on the ACS Areas of
in the remarks section of the grade sheet. Operations and Tasks.
SIMULATOR TRAINING: Review

 Departure
Holding
 Holding entry procedures
 OPTIONAL: ATC assigned
 OPTIONAL: published (IAF or missed)

 Full panel non-precision approach
 Partial panel non-precision approach
 Precision approach to DA
 GPS approach
 VOR approach
Approach Completion
 Circle-to-land

LESSON 31: FLIGHT Maneuvers

 OPTIONAL: unusual attitudes
1.5 HOURS DUAL
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT Emergency Procedures
0.5 HOURS PRE/POST
LESSON OBJECTIVE
The student will prepare for the instrument stage Holding
check by practicing instrument approaches and  IAF hold
cross country procedures. Unusual attitude  OPTIONAL: missed approach hold
recoveries should be practiced if time allows.
After Landing & Post Flight Procedures
Note: In addition to the student’s logbook, the  Close IFR flight plan
instructor should include the approaches flown  After landing checklist
in the remarks section of the grade sheet.  Parking and securing the aircraft
 Post flight inspection
Preflight Preparation COMPLETION STANDARS
 Pilot qualifications The student should be able to perform all tasks
 Weather information with little to no instructor guidance at ACS
 Cross-country flight planning standards in preparation for the stage check.
Instrument Procedures REQUIRED READING/STUDY

 Departure and clearance - All material previously covered, with an
 Cross country procedures emphasis on the ACS Areas of
 Approaches Operations and Tasks.
- ILS
- GPS/WAAS
- VOR/LOC

 Departure

 OPTIONAL: additional approach
Approach Completion
 OPTIONAL: circle to land
 OPTIONAL: straight-in to land

LESSON 32: PRE/POST GROUND

Emergency Operations
2.5 HOURS  Loss of communications
 Approach with loss of primary flight
LESSON OBJECTIVE
instrument indicators
This lesson may immediately precede Lesson
31 (complete the audit afterwards.) It prepares
the student for the oral portion of his/her Stage Postflight Procedures
Three check and ensures the training records  Checking instruments and equipment
are certifiable for graduation. Refer to the
Instrument Pilot ACS for a detailed list of GROUND TRAINING
knowledge and risk management elements (at Student Logbook Review (Student must be
least one of each should be assessed from present)
every task.)
*Note: Review missed subjects from the FAA The student should demonstrate the required
written exam. Endorse per FAR 61.39. knowledge to pass the oral portion of the
instrument stage check.
GROUND TRAINING: Review*
Preflight Preparation REQUIRED READING/STUDY
 Pilot qualifications - All material previously covered, with an
 Weather information and theory emphasis on the ACS Areas of
 Cross country flight planning Operations and Tasks
 Aircraft systems related to IFR
operations
 Aircraft flight instruments and navigation
equipment
 Instrument and equipment cockpit check
ATC Clearances and Procedures

 Compliance with ATC clearances
Flight by Reference to Instruments

 Instrument flight
 Recovery from unusual flight attitudes
Navigation Systems
 Intercepting and tracking navigation
systems and DME arcs
 Departure, enroute, and arrival
procedures

 Missed approach
 Circling approach
 Landing from an instrument approach

LESSON 33: STAGE THREE Flight by Reference to Instruments

 Instrument flight
CHECK  Recovery from unusual attitudes
1.5 HOURS DUAL
1.3 HOURS INSTRUMENT Navigation Systems
 Intercept and track a DME arc
2.0 HOURS PRE/POST  Intercept and track a navigation system
 Departure, enroute, and arrival
LESSON OBJECTIVE operations
The Chief/Assistant Chief Instructor or an
approved Stage Check Pilot will evaluate the
Instrument Approach Procedures (3 Req’d)*
student’s knowledge and proficiency in all items
required for an Instrument Rating, Airplane. The
check pilot will prepare a plan of action,  Partial panel non-precision approach
emphasizing knowledge areas that were missed  Precision approach to DA (ILS or
on the FAA written test. Refer to the Instrument WAAS)
ACS for a detailed list of knowledge and risk  GPS approach
management elements (at least one of each  Missed approach
must be assessed from every task.)  Circling approach
 Landing from an instrument approach
GROUND TRAINING: Review**
**Note: At least one knowledge and risk *Note: Must evaluate two non-precision
management element must be assessed for approaches (different NAVAIDS), and one
each task in the Instrument ACS (single engine precision approach. One must be a GPS
land only.) All tasks are grouped in areas of approach if the aircraft is equipped.
operation listed below (or refer to Lesson 32):
Emergency Procedures
ACS Areas of Operation  Loss of communication
 Preflight preparation  Partial panel approach
 Preflight procedures
 ATC clearances and procedures Postflight Procedures
 Flight by reference to instruments  Checking instruments and equipment
 Navigation systems
 Instrument approach procedures COMPLETION STANDARDS
 Emergency operations The student must meet Instrument Pilot ACS
 Postflight procedures standards in all areas of operation.
FLIGHT TRAINING: review*** REQUIRED READING/STUDY

***All in-flight applicable skills from all tasks in - All material previously covered, with an
the ACS should be evaluated emphasis on the ACS Areas of
Operations and Tasks.
 VOR check
 Taxi brief
ATC Procedures
 Compliance with ATC clearance

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APPENDIX A: Ground Instruction Facilities
The training rooms at Rochester Community and Technical College are well lighted and the temperature
is controlled by GPA professional staff. All rooms are ventilated and conform to the city of Rochester,
Minnesota building, sanitation, and health codes. The rooms are located so that they will not be distracted
by other instruction. Each room is equipped with a computer, white boards, and the ability to project
slides/videos.
RCTC Ground Training Facilities
EA 124 Features:
734 Square Feet

Seating up to 42
Carpeting
White Boards
Tables/Chairs
Projector
Screen
WiFi access
Instructor Computer
Ability to play audio and video
EA 128 Features:
734 Square Feet

Seating up to 42
Carpeting
White Boards
Tables/Chairs
Projector
Screen
WiFi access
Instructor Computer
Ability to play audio and video

RCTC Floorplan

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APPENDIX B: Airport Facilities
GPA Flight School Layout

APPENDIX C: Red Bird Letter of Authorization (LOA)



APPENDIX D: Reference Books and Materials

The following list is not all-inclusive. Instructors may refer to any supplemental source of
information (e.g. Advisory Circulars and other FAA publications, NASA training videos, FAA
Safety Videos, AOPA Air Safety Foundation web-based safety training, etc.) in order to increase
the quality of training. Students should refer to the REQUIRED READING/STUDY section of each
lesson for specific study material.
- The Garmin GNS 430: A Pilot Friendly Manual by Jon Dittner

- Pilot Operating Handbooks / Aircraft Flight Manuals (POH/AFM)
- FAA Chart Supplements (a.k.a. Airport Facility Directory)
- Private Pilot Practical Test Oral Study Guide instructor version with answers &
explanations by June Bonesteel
- Everything Explained for Professional Pilots by Richie Lengel
- Aircraft Systems for Pilots by Dale De Remer, Phd
- ASA Private Pilot Oral Exam Guide
- Jeppesen Guided Flight Discovery Private Pilot Book
- Jeppesen GFD Private Pilot Video Series on DVD
- Jeppesen Private Pilot CD-ROM (for a power point presentation)
- Gleim Private Pilot Written Test Bank
- FAA Private Pilot Practical Airmen Certification Standards
- Great Planes Aviation, LLC Private Pilot ASEL Power Point Standardized Flight Training
Presentation – Warrior III PA-28-161
- Great Planes Aviation, LLC Standard Operating Procedures - Piper Aircraft
Warrior/Archer
- Great Planes Aviation, LLC Preflight Power Point Presentation on the Piper Aircraft
Warrior III PA-28-161
- Great Planes Aviation, LLC Checklist for the Piper Aircraft Warrior/Archer
- VTS, Inc. VTS Training Systems Piper Warrior/Archer and Piper Seminole aircraft
systems training software
- Great Planes Aviation, Inc. Private Pilot ASEL Power Point Standardized Flight Training
Presentation – Cessna 172
- Great Planes Aviation, Inc. Standard Operating Procedures – Cessna 172
- Great Planes Aviation, Inc. Checklist for the Cessna 172
- Garmin’s 400 and 500 Series online flight simulator
- Garmin’s 400W and 500W Series downloadable flight simulator
- Garmin’s 500 Series downloadable flight simulator
- Jeppesen’s Garmin 430 and Garmin 530 Training Software
- Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
- Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
- Federal Aviation Regulations EXPLAINED by Kent Jackson
- FAA-H-8083-25A: Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
- FAA-H-8083-1A : Aircraft Weight and Balance Handbook
- FAA-H-8083-3: Airplane Flying Handbook
- FAA-H 8083-6: Advanced Avionics Handbook
- FAA-H-8083-15: Instrument Flying Handbook

- FAA-H-8083-19: Plane Sense

- AC 00-6: Aviation Weather
- AC 00-45G: Aviation Weather Services
- AC 60-22: Aeronautical Decision Making
- AC 61-65: Certification - Pilots and Flight Instructors
- AC 61-67: Stall and Spin Awareness Training
- AC 61-84: Role of Preflight
- AC 90-23E: Aircraft Wake Turbulence
- AC 90-48C: Pilot’s Role in Collision Avoidance
- AC 90-66A: Recommended Standard Traffic Patterns and Practices for Aeronautical
Operations at Airports without Operating Control Towers
- AC 91-33A: Use of Alternate Grades of Aviation Gasoline for Grade 80/87, and use of
Automotive Gasoline
- AC 91-51A: Effect of Icing on Aircraft Control and Airplane Deice and Anti-ice Systems
- AC 91-67: Minimum Equipment for General Aviation Operations under FAR Part 91
- AC 120-51: Crew Resource Management Training
- AC 00-54: Pilots Windshear Guide
- AC 00-24B: Thunderstorms
- AC 00-34A: Aircraft Ground Handling and Servicing
- AC 20-43C: Aircraft Fuel Control
- AC 20-73A: Aircraft Ice Protection
- AC 43-9C: Maintenance Records
- AC 43-12A: Preventative Maintenance

APPENDIX E: Acronyms
A/C Aircraft EFC Expect Further Clearance

AC Advisory Circular EFIS Electronic instrument flight system
ACS Airmen Certification Standards ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter
AD's Airworthiness Directive's ETA Estimated Time of Arrival
ADC Air Data Computer ETE Estimated Time Enroute
ADM Aeronautical Decision Making FAA Federal Aviation Administration
AFD Airport/Facility Directory FAASTeam FAA Safety Team
AGL Above Ground Level FAF Final Approach Fix
AHRS Attitude Heading Reference System FAR Federal Aviation Regulation
AIM Aeronautical Information Manual FBO Fixed Base Operator
AIRMET Airmen's Meteorological Information FD Flight Director
ALS Approach Lighting System FOM Flight Operations Manual
AME Airmen Medical Examiner FSDO Flight Standards District Office
AMEL Airplane Multi Engine Land FSS Flight Service Station
AOA Angle Of Attack GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
APP Approach GPS Global Positioning System
ARR Arrival GS Glide Slope
ARTCC Air Route Traffic Control Center HAT High Above Touchdown
ASAP Aviation Safety Action Program HIRL High Intensity Runway Lights
ASEL Airplane Single Engine Land HSI Horizontal Situation Indicator
ASI Airspeed Indicator HWAS Hazardous In-Flight Weather Advisory System
ASR Airport Surveillance Radar IAF Initial Approach Fix
ATC Air Traffic Control IAP Instrument Approach Procedure
ATIS Automated Terminal Information Service IF Intermediate Fix
AWOS Automated Weather Observing System IFR Instrument Flight Rules
CAP Civil Air Patrol ILS Instrument Landing System
CDI Course Deviation Indicator IMC Instrument Meteorological Conditions
CDL Configuration Deviation List KCAS Knots Calibrated Airspeed
CFI Certified Flight Instructor KIAS Knots Indicted Airspeed
CFIT Controlled Flight Into Terrain LDA Localizer Directional Aid
CFR Code of Federal Regulations LLWAS Low Level Wind Shear Alert System
CG Center of Gravity LNAV Lateral Navigation
CRM Crew Resource Management LOA Letter Of Authorization
DA/H Decision Altitude/Height LOC Localizer
DEP Departure LPV Localizer Performance w/ Vertical Navigation
DG Directional Gyro MAA Maximum Authorized Altitude
DME Distance Measuring Equipment MAP Missed Approach Point
DP Departure Procedure MCA Minimum Crossing Altitude
EFB Electronic Flight Bag MDA Minimum Descent Altitude

MEA Minimum Enroute Altitude

MEL Minimum Equipment List
METAR Meteorological Information SIGMET Significant Meteorological Information
MFD Multifunction Flight Display SM Statute Mile
MOA Military Operations Area SMS Safety Management System
MOCA Minimum Obstacle Clearance Altitude SOP Safety Operating Procedure
MRA Minimum Reception Altitude SPRM Single Pilot Resource Management
MSA Minimum Safe Altitude STAR Standard Terminal Arrival Route
MSL Mean Sea Level SUA Special Use Airspace
MVFR Marginal Visual Flight Rules TCO Training Course Outline
N/A Not Applicable TFR Temporary Flight Restriction
NAVAID Navigation Aid TOGA Take Off/Go Around
NDB Nondirectional Beacon TRACON Terminal Radar Approach Control
NEXRAD Next Generation Weather Radar TRSA Terminal Radar Service Area
NM Nautical Mile TSA Transportation Security Administration
NOTAM Notice to Airmen TXY Taxiway
NTSB National Transportation Safety Board TFR Temporary Flight Restriction
OAT Outside Air Temperature TOGA Take Off/Go Around
OBS Omni Bearing Selector TRACON Terminal Radar Approach Control
ODP Obstacle Departure Procedure TRSA Terminal Radar Service Area
OEI One Engine Inoperative TSA Transportation Security Administration
OROCA Off Route Obstacle Clearance Altitude TXY Taxiway
OTS Out of Service UAS Unmanned Aircraft System
PAPI Precision Approach Path Indicator UTC Coordinated Universal Time (ZULU)
PAR Precision Approach Radar VASI Visual Approach Slope Indicator
PED Personal Electronic Device VDP Visual Descent Point
PFD Primary Flight Display VFR Visual Flight Rules
PIC Pilot In Command VHF very high frequency
PIREP Pilot Weather Report VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
POH Pilot's Operating Handbook VNAV Vertical Navigation
VOR VHF Omnidirectional Range
PTS Practical Test Standards
VOR/DME VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment
RCO Remote Communications Outlet VORTAC VOR with TACAN
REIL Runway End Identifier Lights VOT VOR Test Facility
RNAV Area Navigation VSI Vertical Speed Indicator
WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System
RPM Revolutions Per Minute
WX Weather
RVR Runway Visual Range
RWY Runway
SDF Simplified Directional Facility

APPENDIX F: PATTERN D

APPENDIX G: VERTICAL S
General Information
The Vertical S maneuver is used to practice instrument scanning and aircraft control. The goal of the
Vertical S is to establish a constant climb/descent rate at a given airspeed. This requires precise
pitch/power manipulation, and having the airplane trimmed for airspeed at the required bank angle before
beginning the maneuver is critical. There are three Vertical S maneuvers: straight ahead (Vertical S-1),
continuous turn (Vertical S-2), and turn reversal (Vertical S-3). The descending Vertical S-1, flown while
maintaining a course, mimics the final segment of a stabilized instrument approach.
Vertical S-1
1. Fly a continuous heading or course (e.g. GPS; VOR; LOC) throughout the maneuver
2. Maintain altitude and trim the aircraft for a specified airspeed (e.g. 90 KIAS)
3. Begin a climb at a specified rate (e.g. 500 fpm) by adding power; adjust pitch to hold airspeed
4. After one minute the airplane should be 500 feet higher than its original altitude (in this example);
reduce power and begin a descent at the same rate (e.g. 500 fpm) while maintaining airspeed
5. After one additional minute the airplane should return to its original altitude
Vertical S-2
1. Enter a standard-rate turn, left or right; maintain throughout the maneuver
2. Maintain altitude and trim the aircraft for a specified airspeed (e.g. 90 KIAS)
3. When passing through a cardinal heading (N, S, E, or W) begin a climb at a specified rate (e.g.
500 fpm) by adding power; adjust pitch to hold airspeed
4. After one minute the airplane should be 500 feet higher than its original altitude (in this example),
and 180-degrees away from its original heading; reduce power and begin a descent at the same
rate (e.g. 500 fpm) while maintaining airspeed
5. After one additional minute the airplane should return to its original altitude and heading
Vertical S-3
1. The vertical S-2 is identical to the vertical S-1, except that the direction of turn is reversed with
each reversal of vertical direction (i.e. if turning left in the climb, turn right in the descent.)
2. After two minutes the airplane should return to its original altitude and heading.
Vertical S-1
Vertical S-2 Vertical S-3

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Assistant Chief Instructor

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