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Instrument Rating Estimated Costs
The FAA’s minimum requirement for the instrument rating is 40 hours of actual or simulated instrument time. Using the new glass cockpit aircraft is a great advantage to pilots for situational awareness. We find that because of this, the vast majority of pilots are able to complete the instrument rating in minimal time. While the cost will vary with each individual due to ability and aircraft selected, here is a basic idea of what the rating will cost at a minimum.
Minimum Requirements |
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40 Hours SR-20 GTS @ $ 215.00 per hour |
8,600 |
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40 Hours Flight Instruction @ $90 per hour |
3,600 |
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10 Hours Ground Instruction @ $75 per hour |
750 |
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Note: Assumes mostly a self study method for ground subjects |
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Jeppesen Part 61 Instrument Kit |
175 |
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Cirrus Transition Training Kit |
325 |
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FAA Knowledge Test - Computer Based |
80 |
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Examiners Fee - Practical Flight Test |
400 |
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Misc. Charts Etc. |
125 |
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Total Cost for the Minimum Required by the FAA |
14,055.00 |
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Note: Seaside Aviation makes no guarantee that any student can complete the Instrument Rating course in a Cirrus aircraft for the amount shown above, nor do we offer “package” pricing. This is shown only as an example of what an average person can expect. All of the prices above are estimated and shown for example and comparison only.
