An instrument rating is required for flying in adverse weather conditions
An instrument rating expands the flying privileges of your pilot’s license and helps you to become a safe and proficient pilot. Beginning with the basics of attitude instrument flying and ending with your instrument rating, this course teaches you to navigate the aircraft solely by reference to the instruments. You will learn to read, understand, and fly with instrument charts during departures, en routes, arrivals, and approaches with air traffic control (ATC). Being prepared for and able to handle any changes in the weather will increase safety for you and your passengers. Students often acquire an instrument rating before starting commercial training in order to build up flight time before taking the commercial pilot exam.