Competency Based Instrument Rating

Introduction

An SP CBIR (Single Pilot Competency Based Instrument Rating) is a rating to upgrade a current instrument qualification and experience to a full single pilot SEIR/MEIR as pilot in command (PIC) in instrument meteorological conditions to a minimum decision height of 200 feet and access to airways. To obtain a CBIR you must undergo an approved course with an approved training organisation such as ourselves. Aviation South West are approved by the UK CAA and Transport Malta (EASA).

 

Pre-Requisites

Before starting this course we require:

  • You are fit and able to gain a minimum Class 2 medical

  • You have the ability to speak and read the English Language at an ICAO Level 4 (Operational) standard. An English Language assessment can be done at an approved provider

  • Passes in the 7 Instrument CPL or ATPL theoretical knowledge exams with the relevant authority within the last 36 months on completion of the course

  • Minimum of a PPL with a valid class rating on the class desired

  • 50 hours cross country PIC

    • Of which 10 hours PIC as cross country must be in aeroplanes

  • Night Rating, should you wish to fly instrument at night

  • Have the experience required to meet the total hour requirements for the CBIR course

    • 35 hours instrument time for the issue of an MEIR

    • 30 hours instrument time for the issue of an SEIR

 

The Course

The approved course has minimum set requirements as set out by law but may require going beyond these to meet standards to safety pass the skills test assessments. The minimum course criteria before your skills test are:

  • 10 hours of flight training including on the relevant class of aircraft

  • Meet standards to pass the Skills Test check flight

 

Test Requirements

  • To have a total of 45 hours for the issue of an MEIR

  • To have a total of 40 hours for the issue of an SEIR

 

Cost

Contact us below for pricing information of our CBIR course package.

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