What are the two types of training courses that an applicant for an instrument rating (IR) must complete at an ATO?

An integrated training course which includes training for the IR in accordance with Appendix 3 to Part-FCL, or a modular course in accordance with Appendix 6 to Part-FCL.

Does FCL.615 IR require an applicant to complete both an integrated and a modular training course?

No, the applicant shall have completed either an integrated training course or a modular course, not both.

FCL.615 IR - Theoretical knowledge and flight instruction

Q: In which subjects must an IR applicant demonstrate a level of theoretical knowledge appropriate to the privileges granted?

Air law; aircraft general knowledge – instrumentation; flight planning and monitoring; human performance; meteorology; radio navigation; and communications.

Q: What is the purpose of the theoretical knowledge examination for an IR applicant according to FCL.615?

To demonstrate a level of theoretical knowledge appropriate to the privileges granted in the listed subjects.

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FCL.615 IR – Theoretical knowledge and flight instruction

Regulation (EU) 2018/1974

(a) Course

Applicants for an IR shall have completed a course of theoretical knowledge and flight instruction at an ATO. The course shall be:

(1) an integrated training course which includes training for the IR, in accordance with Appendix 3 to this Annex (Part-FCL); or

(2) a modular course in accordance with Appendix 6 to this Annex (Part-FCL).

(b) Examination

Applicants shall demonstrate a level of theoretical knowledge appropriate to the privileges granted in the following subjects:

(1) air law;

(2) aircraft general knowledge — instrumentation;

(3) flight planning and monitoring;

(4) human performance;

(5) meteorology;

(6) radio navigation; and

(7) communications.;

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Source-Title: FCL.615 IR - Theoretical knowledge and flight instruction View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-10575 Compare versions

Domain: Aircrew

Entryintoforcedate: 9 January, 2019

Regulatorysource: Regulation (EU) 2018/1974 Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-FCL

Typeofcontent: IR (Implementing rule)

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR

FCL.615 IR – Theoretical knowledge and flight instruction

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