An Federal AA instrument rating is added to an existing Private or Commercial pilot certificate. The instrument rating extends a pilot's use of the aircraft and allows a pilot to fly when weather conditions would not allow a flight under visual flight rules (VFR).
To obtain an instrument rating, you must have at least a private pilot certificate. The FAA requires the following training:
- obtain ground and flight training from a flight instructor - pass an instrument written exam - pass a practical flight test (checkride) with an FAA designated examiner.
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