About CB-IR
Candidates who complete IR training based on a competency assessment and pass the practical exam receive an IR endorsement in their license with the notation CB, allowing them to conduct instrument flights with a minimum decision height of 200 feet (60 meters).
CB-IR training is primarily designed by EASA for PPL(A) license holders who do not intend to pursue commercial flying but wish to add an IR rating without the need to take the ATPL(A) exam. The theoretical training consists of 80 hours, with only 10% required to be conducted in a classroom. The reduction in theoretical training time is possible because it does not include elements of training for high-performance aircraft (HPA). However, there is no obstacle for a pilot with an IR(A) rating obtained through the CB pathway to later undergo additional training for HPA aircraft.
- EASA PPL(A) license
- Class 2 medical certificate without restrictions for IFR flights
- ICAO English Level 4 before the practical exam
- 50 hours as a pilot-in-command in cross-country flights
- VFR night rating or completion of 5 hours of night training (if lacking the VFR night rating)*
*If you do not have a night VFR rating or have completed 5 hours of night training, a candidate who completes CB-IR training may still apply for a license with an IR(A) rating, but it will be limited to daytime flights only.
The theoretical training consists of 80 hours, with 72 hours of self-study and 8 hours in the classroom. The syllabus includes 7 subjects:
- Air Law,
- Flight Planning,
- Human Performance,
- IFR Communications,
- Instrumentation,
- Meteorology,
- Radio Navigation.
ATO Smart Aviation uses the Evionica platform for CB-IR training, which contains the most up-to-date database of questions necessary to pass the theoretical exam at the Civil Aviation Office. Currently, this database has approximately 3,000 questions. Additionally, it is recommended to purchase textbooks in paper or digital form, e.g. those offered by Pad Pilot.
CB-IR SE variant
Theoretical training
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 4 000 PLN | 80 h | 72 h e-learning / 8 h lectures |
FNTP II basic module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 2 250 PLN | 5 h | Alsim AL250 or ALX |
SEP(L) basic module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 3 450 PLN | 5 h | Tecnam P2002 or P2008 |
FNTP II procedural module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 13 500 PLN | 30 h | Alsim AL250 or ALX |
SEP(L) procedural module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 4 500 PLN | 10 h | instructor supervision on your own aircraft |
Total training cost
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 27 700 PLN | 50 h | 35 h FNTP II / 15 h SEP(L) |
Practical exam
| Net price | Hour | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| - | 1.5 h | on your own aircraft |
Additional information
CB-IR SE practical training on FNPT II devices is conducted in accordance with the latest EASA guidelines and includes all elements of PBN (Performance Based Navigation). We utilize Alsim ALX and AL250 simulators for this purpose. Both simulators are equipped with Garmin GTN 650 avionics, which are fully certified for making LPV and LNAV minimums approaches.
CB-IR SE practical training on an aircraft includes a basic module and a procedural module. The basic module consists of a minimum of 5 hours of training on Tecnam P2002 or P2008 aircraft. The procedural module consists of a minimum of 10 hours of training, for example, on a Diamond DA40 aircraft with Garmin G1000 avionics without the SBAS module.
The practical exam must be conducted on an aircraft that is fully certified for 2D and 3D approach, following the PBN characteristics. For this purpose, we use, for example, a Cessna C182 aircraft with Garmin G1000 avionics equipped with the SBAS module. If the candidate does not have experience on a Cessna 182 aircraft, prior training on the type is required (this can be combined with the practical exam).
There is also the possibility of conducting the practical training entirely or partially on the candidate's aircraft, provided that the aircraft is fully certified for IFR flights according to the PBN characteristics. In this case, the price for the practical training is determined on an individual basis.
CB-IR ME variant
Theoretical training
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 4 000 PLN | 80 h | 72 h e-learning / 8 h lectures |
FNTP II basic module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 2 250 PLN | 5 h | Alsim AL250 or ALX |
MEP(L) basic module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 8 450 PLN | 5 h | Tecnam P2006T G950 |
FNTP II procedural module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 15 750 PLN | 35 h | Alsim AL250 or ALX |
MEP(L) procedural module
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 16 900 PLN | 10 h | Tecnam P2006T G950 |
Total training cost
| Net price | Hours | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 47 350 PLN | 55 h | 40h FNTP II / 15h MEP(L) |
Practical exam
| Net price | Hour | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 2 000 PLN | 1 h | Tecnam P2006T G950 |
Additional information
Prior to commencing CB-IR training on a MEP(L) class aircraft, the candidate must complete a full multi-engine flight training program or hold a valid MEP(L) rating in their license.
The practical training for CB-IR ME on FNTP II devices adheres to the latest EASA guidelines and includes all elements of PBN (Performance Based Navigation). We utilize Alsim ALX and AL250 simulators equipped with Garmin GTN 650 avionics, which are fully certified for LPV and LNAV minimums approaches.
The CB-IR ME practical training is conducted entirely on a twin-engine piston (MEP(L)) aircraft. For this purpose, we use a Tecnam P2006T twin-engine aircraft with Garmin G950 avionics featuring the SBAS module, allowing for the execution of 2D and 3D approaches in accordance with PBN characteristics.
The practical exam is also conducted on the Tecnam P2006T aircraft.