Programs
Instrument Rating Training in St. Thomas (STT), USVI
Build the skills and confidence to fly on instruments with structured ground and flight training. Train efficiently with a clear plan from first lesson through checkride preparation.
Why instrument training matters
Fly with greater capability, safety, and dispatch reliability
What you will train
A structured syllabus that prepares you for the instrument checkride
Your training is organized into clear phases with measurable standards. We focus on proficiency, not just hours, and tailor pacing for visiting students and local schedules.
Ground training & knowledge prep
Instrument procedures, weather theory, IFR regulations, chart interpretation, flight planning, and scenario-based decision-making.
Instrument flight fundamentals
Scan development, partial panel techniques, unusual attitudes, and precise control using performance and standard rates.
IFR navigation, holds & approaches
VOR/GPS navigation, course tracking, holding entries, approach briefings, stabilized approach criteria, and missed approach execution.
Checkride preparation
Mock oral and flight evaluations, ACS alignment, logbook review, and targeted polishing to ensure you arrive prepared and confident.