AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation

(Instrument Rating)

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Take your aviation career to the next level with the Diploma of Aviation Instrument Rating. This nationally recognized qualification equips pilots with the advanced skills and knowledge required to operate safely and confidently under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Whether you’re aiming to enhance your professional capabilities or meet regulatory requirements for commercial operations, this program provides comprehensive training in navigation, flight planning, and instrument procedures.

Delivered by experienced instructors and supported by state-of-the-art simulators and aircraft, this diploma ensures you graduate with the competence and confidence to fly in all weather conditions and controlled airspace environments.

Ready to elevate your flying skills? Explore the course details and start your journey toward becoming an IFR-qualified pilot today.

Total Volume of Learning

310 hours* (Includes 55 hours of flight and sim time)

Duration

8 weeks

Units

14 units

Course Fee

  • Beechcraft Duchess $36,900
  • Beechcraft Baron $47,900

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Course Details

What is the AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation?

This qualification provides comprehensive training in instrument navigation, giving you the skills to safely conduct flights in varied weather conditions while meeting industry standards for commercial operations. This aviation diploma course is also included in the Charter Ready and Instructor Ready packages.

Course Inclusions – ME/IR

  • IREX ground course and one attempt at the CASA IREX exam
  • All ground briefings for both the Instrument Rating and Multi-Engine Endorsement
  • Flight training in well-maintained aircraft with modern avionics (your choice of Beechcraft Duchess or Baron)
  • Simulator sessions in CASA-approved IFR simulators
  • ME/IR Flight test

The Instrument Rating is conducted in the Beechcraft Duchess or Baron multi-engine aircraft.

Entry Requirements

  • Class 2 Medical Certificate
  • Aviation English ICAO Level 6 or IELTS 6.0 (International students must provide a current English Language Assessment with their application)
  • Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
  • Aviation Reference Number (ARN)
  • Be at least 17 years of age
  • Applicants must hold at least an Australian PPL
  • Applicants must have completed a minimum of 50 PIC Cross Country hours

Volume of Learning

This will vary depending on the level of your qualification, experience, and competency. As per the Australian Quality Framework, students must complete the allocated hours for the qualification they are undertaking to achieve competency. If you apply for Recognition of Prior Learning or Credit Transfer, the volume of learning may be reduced.

CategoriesHours
Face-to-face learning and assessments: 27.5 hours per week for 8 weeks, including flight times and simulator training 220
Students will be required to study an additional 11.25 hours per week in their own time90
Total Volume of Learning310*

* Hours quoted are a realistic prediction of student outcomes. Student skill and application may alter these hours. If additional training is required, it will be at the hourly rate at the student’s expense. Payments can be made in instalments but must be made in advance.

Course Structure

This course is structured to ensure that students receive adequate training in AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating).

The qualification is made up of 14 units of competency (13 core units and 1 elective). Units chosen by Fly Oz are based on industry requirements to align with CASA flying licencing requirements.

UNIT CODEUNIT NAME
COREHOURS
1AVIF0029Implement threat and error management strategies15
2AVIF0030Manage safe flight operations15
3AVIH0013Plan a flight under instrument flight rules20
4AVIH0017Navigate aircraft under instrument flight rules35
5AVIW0032Operate and manage aircraft systems20
6AVIY0033Operate aircraft using aircraft flight instruments35
7AVIY0044Conduct a 2D instrument approach10
8AVIY0050Perform instrument arrival and standard arrival route procedures15
9AVIY0073Operate aircraft in the traffic pattern at night10
10AVIY0074Perform non-published instrument departure procedures10
11AVIY0075Perform published instrument departure procedures10
12AVIY0076Perform visual circling approach5
13AVIY0081Conduct a 2D global navigation satellite system non-precision instrument approach10
ELECTIVES
14AVIY0015Plan a flight under night visual flight rules10
Total face to face hours220

Fly Oz reserves the right to change these units as required, however students will be notified in advance.

VET STUDENT LOANS
(VSL) PROGRAM

Consider Australia’s VET student loans for aviation.

The VET Tuition Fee Schedule can be found in our course brochure.

What is VSL

Australian Government loans that help eligible VET students pay tuition for diploma-level courses.

Eligible Courses

Fly Oz Diploma in Aviation programs qualify for VSL.

Eligibility Criteria

Requires Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

Key Details

VSL is interest-free but includes a 20% fee added to the course price.

Important Note

Review the loan terms carefully before proceeding.

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