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Instrument Rating Lessons

Advanced IFR training for licensed pilots

10 Lessons

Objectives

  • Execute Precision Approaches (ILS, LPV) to decision altitude using flight director and autopilot
  • Learn missed approach automation and use of TO/GA
  • Understand and brief SID procedures (IFR departures)
  • Practice GPS approaches with LNAV/VNAV, LPV minimums
  • Manage G1000 sequencing and annunciators during complex approaches

Pilot Preparation (Homework and Study Resources)

Review from Lesson 4

  • VOR and LOC approaches flown to MDA
  • Practice using autopilot, HDG, NAV, and VNAV modes
  • Understanding IAF vs vector-to-final setups
  • Identifying step-down fixes and MAP
  • Hold integration into approach segments

Pre-Flight Briefing Topics

  • Define and compare Precision vs. Non-Precision Approaches
  • Review SID procedures for IFR departures
  • Take-off and Alternate minimums
  • Introduce Precision Approaches
  • Brief missed approach procedure actions step-by-step
  • Review missed approach configuration: Disconnect AP, full forward configuration, TO/GA pitch, gear/flaps, SUSP mode, missed alt set, tower call

In-Flight Tasks (Simulator)

  • Start at KTEB:
    • Load and brief TEB SID
    • KTEB Frequencies: ATIS 132.85 | Clearance 128.05 | Ground 121.9 | Tower 119.5 | Approach 127.6
    • Practice the departure from every runway to the top altitude
    • Identify the threats for each runway
    • Use flight director through climb
    • Debrief SID performance after reaching top altitude
  • Reposition at KPRB: Join LOC 11 at PRB IAF, Perform full procedure with briefing and configuration
  • Execute a Missed Approach:
    • Disconnect Autopilot
    • Mixture Forward
    • Prop Forward
    • Throttle forward (TO/GA)
    • Pitch for 10 degrees nose up
    • Positive rate - Gear UP
    • Clear of obstacles - Flaps up
    • Select SUSP (if TO/GA was not used)
    • Set Missed Approach Alt
    • Notify the tower
  • Precision Approach Practice: Introduce ILS 11 at KSBP, Track GS and LOC using FD/AP, Practice transitions from vector to intercept
  • Approach Configuration Guide

What's Coming Next (Lesson 6)

  • Expand on non-precision and precision approach
  • Intro to GPS approaches
  • Execute full approach procedures without vectors

Additional Resources

Sporty's Video: "Precision Approaches - ILS, LPV" and "Missed Approach Procedures"

These lesson plans are a work in progress and are provided as supplementary training guidance only. They do not supersede FAA publications, aircraft manufacturer documentation, or your instructor's direction. Always refer to the FAA Instrument Flying Handbook, Airplane Flying Handbook, AIM, and applicable POH/AFM as the official sources.

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