Stay Proficient! Not Just Current
Most pilots don't realize their approaches don't count—breaking out before the FAF? Doesn't count. Flying the same 6 approaches at your home airport in VMC? You're legal, but not proficient. Train with airline pilots who fly IFR daily in our FAA-certified AATD—before you need an IPC.
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Why Choose Aviator.NYC for IFR Currency?
Major Airline Pilot as Your Instructor
Your instructor flies jets professionally for major airlines—not a part-timer building hours. They bring real-world experience from busy airspace and actual IMC conditions.
Real-World Techniques—Not Just "Fly Approaches"
We don't wing it. Our team uses airline-style flows and structured techniques to sharpen your IFR skills fast—so you fly with purpose, not uncertainty.
FAA-Certified AATD That Outperforms Most Planes
Our G1000-powered simulator mimics the real panel—complete with GFC 700 autopilot, full nav database, and Jeppesen charts. Everything feels like your aircraft—minus weather delays.
Versatile Aircraft Options—From Pistons to King Air
Fly single-engine trainers, complex multi-engine aircraft, or the King Air 200—all without leaving Manhattan. Stay sharp, stay legal, stay ready.
Your Instructor Isn't Building Flight Hours.They're Major Airline Pilots.
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Peter
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Instructor Specialties
Active Airline Pilots, Not Hour-Builders
Your instructor isn't working toward an airline job—they're already flying 777s, A320s, and 737s. They teach because they love aviation, not because they need hours.
Same Mentor, First Lesson to Checkride
You won't rotate through different instructors. Train with one airline pilot who learns your learning style, tracks your progress, and stays in your corner throughout your journey.
Professional Skills for Personal Flying
Learn the same procedures, decision-making, and safety habits that airline pilots use every day. You're not just learning to fly—you're learning to fly well.
IFR Currency & Proficiency
Stay legal and sharp in NYC
Stay current in NYC by flying your 6 approaches, holds, and tracking on our FAA-certified AATD—solo or with an instrument instructor.
Split Your IPC Between Simulator and Aircraft—The Smart Way
Our FAA-certified AATD lets you meet instrument currency requirements without scrambling for aircraft or chasing down safety pilots. Knock out critical tasks on the ground—then finish in the airplane with your CFI-I.
Complete required IPC tasks in our AATD—before you ever leave the ground
Apply those skills in the airplane with your CFI-I
Build real IFR confidence, without guesswork or surprises
✅ Recommended Approach
Complete everything EXCEPT the circling approach in the simulator—then fly just that final task in the airplane.
⚠️ Important
Your final IPC sign-off comes from the CFI-I in the aircraft. We handle the AATD portion, but confirm your CFII agrees with this approach before you start.
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