Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) AVI50519
Aviation Australia’s Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) is designed to provide you with all technical and non-technical skills you will need to operate aeroplanes under the instrument flight rules.
Working with Mission Aviation Fellowship’s team of experienced instructors – you will gain your IR with instructors who have extensive flying experience and aviation industry knowledge to provide the most relevant and up-to-date instruction.
The training focuses on knowledge and skills for Instrument Rating certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under Part 61 Flight Crew licencing.
This course can be paired with the Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane).
View the course brochure.
This course is delivered by Mission Aviation Fellowship on behalf of Aviation Australia.
Course cost
AUD $15,900 – Single Engine
AUD $17,800 – Single Engine Upgrade to G1000 Cessna 182
AUD $26,400 – Multi Engine
Instalment plans are offered for tuition fees with instalments due over the duration of the course.
NOTE: Fees are subject to change. There may be additional fees not contained in your tuition fees.
VET Student Loan available for eligible students.
Schedule of Fees 2020
Course dates
23 January 2020 – 22 May 2020
10 July 2020 – 5 November 2020
Prerequisites
Candidates must complete a Technical and Non-Technical Assessment along with a valid Medical Assessment, prior to Enrolment.
VET Student Loan applicants must meet additional entry/eligibility requirements.
Units of Competency
| CODE | UNIT | TYPE |
| AVIF0029 | Implement threat and error management strategies | Core |
| AVIF0030 | Manage safe flight operations | Core |
| AVIH0013 | Plan a flight under instrument flight rules | Core |
| AVIH0015 | Plan a flight under night visual flight rules | Elective |
| AVIH0016 | Navigate aircraft under night visual flight rules | Elective |
| AVIH0017 | Navigate aircraft under instrument flight rules | Core |
| AVIW0032 | Operate and manage aircraft systems | Core |
| AVIY0033 | Operate aircraft using aircraft flight instruments | Core |
| AVIY0044 | Conduct a 2D instrument approach | Core |
| AVIY0045 | Conduct a 3D instrument approach | Elective |
| AVIY0050 | Perform instrument arrival and standard arrival route procedures | Core |
| AVIY0072 | Operate a multi-engine aeroplane | Elective |
| AVIY0073 | Operate aircraft in the traffic pattern at night | Core |
| AVIY0074 | Perform non-published instrument departure procedures | Core |
| AVIY0075 | Perform published instrument departure procedures | Core |
| AVIY0076 | Perform visual circling approach | Core |
| AVIY0077 | Conduct a 2D non-directional beacon instrument approach | Elective |
| AVIY0078 | Conduct a 2D very high frequency omni-directional radio range instrument approach | Elective |
| AVIY0079 | Conduct a 3D instrument landing system instrument approach | Elective |
| AVIY0080 | Conduct a 2D distance measuring equipment global navigation satellite system instrument approach | Elective |
| AVIY0081 | Conduct a 2D global navigation satellite system non-precision instrument approach | Core |
| AVIY0082 | Operate a multi-engine helicopter | Elective |
Recognition of Prior Learning
Aviation Australia offers an opportunity for recognition of prior learning (RPL) to be assessed.
RPL may include holders of foreign licences or those that have previous studies, qualifications and experience.
Please contact us for more details.
Training Hours and Location
Training is completed onsite at Mission Aviation Fellowship – Mareeba Airport:
Vicary Road
Mareeba Airport
Mareeba Queensland 4880
AUSTRALIA
General training hours* are between 7.30am to 4.30pm, however these times may vary based on available flying hours and briefing hours.
*Training hours can be subject to change
Study Modes
The course duration is approximately 14 weeks (with a minimum 20 hour per week face to face study commitment).
There are theory/self-study training components contained in this course. Students require access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Students must be dedicated and committed to achieving the qualification by completing self-study for a minimum of 5 hours per week (in addition to face to face training). If a student fails to meet each study period requirements, they may be unable to progress to the next study period.
Study Fees/Periods
There are 2 available options for enrolment, based on the aircraft rating you are seeking. Please note that these are subject to change.
Option 1 SINGLE ENGINE
| PERIOD | SUBJECT/S | DELIVERY | CENSUS DATE | TUITON FEE | LOAN AMOUNT | LOAN FEE (20%) | GAP FEE |
| 1 | Instrument Rating - Single Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,060 | $0 |
| 2 | Instrument Rating - Single Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,060 | $0 |
| 3 | Instrument Rating - Single Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,060 | $0 |
| | | | $15,900 | $15,900 | $3,180 | $0 |
Option 2 SINGLE ENGINE UPGRADE to G1000 Cessna 182
| PERIOD | SUBJECT/S | DELIVERY | CENSUS DATE | TUITON FEE | LOAN AMOUNT | LOAN FEE (20%) | GAP FEE |
| 1 | Instrument Rating - Single Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,440 | $0 |
| 2 | Instrument Rating - Single Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,440 | $0 |
| 3 | Instrument Rating - Single Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $7,200 | $7,200 | $1,440 | $0 |
| | | | $17,800 | $17,800 | $3,560 | $0 |
Option 3 MULTI ENGINE
| PERIOD | SUBJECT/S | DELIVERY | CENSUS DATE | TUITON FEE | LOAN AMOUNT | LOAN FEE (20%) | GAP FEE |
| 1 | Instrument Rating - Multi Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,060 | $0 |
| 2 | Instrument Rating - Multi Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $5,300 | $5,300 | $1,060 | $0 |
| 3 | Instrument Rating - Multi Engine | Theory, Practical | Estimated 7 days from commencement of the study/fee period | $15,800 | $15,800 | $3,160 | $0 |
| | | | $26,400 | $26,400 | $5,280 | $0 |
How Do I Enrol?
All students must successfully meet the course pre-requisites (listed above) prior to being offered a position and submitting an application for enrolment.
Fill out the enquiry form below and our team will be in contact to discuss the course options and scheduling in the pre-requisite assessments.
NOTE: Enrolments close approximately 2 weeks before the course commencement date. It is recommended that you start the enquiry process a minimum of 8 weeks prior to your desired course date to allow for time to complete the entry requirements.
To express your interest, please complete the form below and we will contact you with further details.
