ACCELERATED IFR TRAINING

GROUND SCHOOL

Starting on Day 1, we review weather including how to get a good briefing and how to “read” weather while en-route. Showing you what weather signs to look for while flying is where my experience really pays off for you. As an A&P mechanic, I delve deeper into your airplane’s systems than other instructors. I review every system in your airplane as it relates to IFR flying. You will learn about approach plates, (both electronic and paper) and en-route charts. My syllabus will be emailed to you several weeks prior to training. It will also prepare you to pass the oral exam.

ELITE FULL SIZE SIMULATOR

Next we move into a full size simulator. I'll teach you a proper scan and all the procedures you are likely to encounter flying single pilot IFR in your airplane. This training is based on the training model used at major and regional airlines. We start with a pre flight briefing and then learn all the procedures and flows in the simulator. After 20 hours in the simulator, we move into your airplane. Everything you have learned in the simulator directly transfers to the airplane. By the time we get into the airplane, all the IFR procedures will have become second nature. The simulator is so good; it is approved by the FAA for part of your IFR checkride. It is the fastest, safest and most cost effective way to earn your instrument rating. It also is the most effective way to retain critical procedures.

THE AIRPLANE & IFR CROSS COUNTRY FLIGHTS

Although it's a poor classroom, this is where all your training pays off. We will review all the procedures and maneuvers in the FAA's Practical test Procedures. We'll fly numerous actual cross country flights to put your knowledge to the test. Each day, we will depart Beaufort in the morning and fly cross countries into places like Atlanta’s Class B, Ashville’s mountains or the Bahamas non radar environment. (Of course, the selection of destinations depends on the speed of your airplane.) During this phase of training, expect 5-7 hours of cross country flights per day. We will brush up on any marginal performance uncovered during simulator training. You will learn to use all of the avionics in the airplane. You will talk to ATC like a professional pilot. You will become competent to fly your airplane in the IFR environment.

CHECKRIDE

After 7 days, 95% of my students are prepared for the examiner. If you are not ready, my schedule can easily accommodate those students who need a day or two extra training. My main goal is graduating a safe IFR pilot, not getting you done in 7 days. I will not sign you off for the FAA check-ride until we both are convinced you can fly IFR safely. I don't have anyone "on staff" or guarantee you will pass the checkride. Remember, this is a test. I don't want you flying your family, friends, or employees in IFR conditions if you are not comfortable "in the system."

Courses start on a mutually agreeable time. I am normally booked four weeks out. Call or email for training details. (843) 521-9412 or dscarmody@safepilot.com. Click here to schedule.

Call my office 843 521 9412 with questions. I try not to interrupt class to talk on the phone so please leave a message and I will call you back at the first break. Email is the fastest way to communicate with me.

FEE: $5990 for the 7 day IFR Course with the Knowledge Test passed. A $1000 deposit is required.

Call Doug at 843-521-9412 or by email dscarmody@safepilot.com to make your course reservation.