FAR 61.57 Compliance

Instrument Proficiency Check

Regain your instrument current with precision training Professional IPC conducted by an experienced CFII.
Let's get you back on Glideslop!

IPC Overview

Duration: 4-6 Hours (incl. Ground)
Approaches: All Types, 6 Minimum + Holds
Starting at: $800 Estimated
Aircraft: IFR equipped
Immediate currency restoration and Endorsement upon meeting quality standard
Modern glass cockpit instrument panel
Currency Requirements

When Do You Need an IPC?

An Instrument Proficiency Check is required when you haven't met the recent instrument experience requirements

6 Month Lapse

Haven't completed 6 approaches, holding, and tracking in the past 6 months

Currency Expired

Your instrument currency has lapsed and you need to regain privileges

Skill Refresh

Want to refresh your instrument skills even if technically current

Insurance Req

Insurance company requires recent instrument proficiency demonstration

Excellence in Training

Professional IPC Training

More than just meeting minimums - we focus on real-world proficiency

Precision approach training
Precision Focus

Real-World Scenarios

Practice approaches and procedures you'll actually encounter in IFR flying, not just checkride maneuvers.

Current approach procedures
ATC communication practice
Weather decision making
Modern avionics training
Modern Tech

Advanced Avionics

Train with modern glass cockpit systems including GPS approaches, autopilot usage, as well as utilizing traditional steam gauges to keep those skills sharp!

Aspen 1000 PFD, AV30 & Steam gauge backups
GPS / LPV Approaches, ILS & VOR
Autopilot usage and Task balancing
CFII instructor expertise
Expert CFIIs

Experienced CFIIs

Work with a CFII who has a passion for instrument flight and provided detailed Ground knowledge and Flying techniques that will keep you safe!

Garmin, Aspen and other Avionics
Current IFR experience
Patient, thorough instruction
Training Components

IPC Requirements

What's included in a complete instrument proficiency check

Ground Review

Current instrument regulations and procedures
Weather interpretation and minimums
Approach chart review and updates
Aircraft systems and avionics review

Flight Requirements

6 instrument approaches (various types)
Holding procedures and entries
Intercepting and tracking courses
Emergency procedures under IFR
ILS approach procedure chart

Approach Types Covered:

ILS Precision
RNAV (GPS)
VOR Approaches
LOC/DME
NDB (if equipped)
Circling

Pro Tip:

We'll focus on the approach types most relevant to your typical flying and local airports.

Aircraft Options

IFR-Equipped Aircraft

Modern avionics for comprehensive instrument training

Cessna 172 with G1000
N300KZ

Cessna 172C

Glass cockpit with advanced GPS

Aspen 1000 PFD, AV30 & steam backups
WAAS GPS approaches
Easy to learn Autopilot
In flight weather and traffic displays
$285/Hour
(Includes Fuel & Instructor)
Your IFR aircraft
Your Aircraft

YOUR Aircraft

IPC in your own IFR-equipped aircraft

Familiar avionics
Your normal procedures
Real-world relevance
Travel to your location
Instruction Fee Only
+ Associated Travel Fees
Investment Details

IPC Pricing

Comprehensive instrument proficiency training

Pay-As-You-Go

Keep it simple, only pay for the training you receive!
No bloated course fees or unnecessary deposits
Meet the standard, get the endorsement
IPC

Comprehensive IPC

$800
Estimated
2+ Hrs ground review
3-4 Hrs flight training
6+ instrument approaches
Multiple approach types
Detailed debrief
Follow-up recommendations

Your Aircraft

$400-500
Estimated
2 Hour ground instruction
2+ 3-4 Hour Flight Instruction
Use your IFR aircraft
Instruction only rate
Travel fee may apply

Additional flight time available at standard rates of $200/Hr Wet Aircraft Rental, $80/Hr Instructor fee

Get Started Today

Schedule Your IPC

Regain your instrument currency with confidence

Quick Scheduling

What to Bring:

Pilot certificate with instrument rating
Current medical certificate
Logbook and current charts
View limiting device (hood/foggles)

Availability

IFR weather conditions
Weekdays: 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturdays: 8 AM - 4 PM
Weather: IFR conditions OK
Usually available within 1 week
Common Questions

IPC Questions

Typically 3-7 hours total (2 hours ground, 3+ hours flight). Complex cases may require additional time.

Yes! We can conduct IPCs in actual IFR conditions when safe and appropriate. This provides excellent real-world training.

We'll continue training until you're proficient and comfortable. Additional time is available at our standard hourly rates.

Many pilots schedule regular IPCs to maintain sharp instrument skills, even when current.