American Airways
Ratings
Expand your skills and career opportunities with specialized ratings that enhance your capabilities as a pilot. Whether you aim to fly in challenging conditions or train the next generation of aviators, these ratings provide essential qualifications.
Rating
Instrument Rating (IR)
Master the art of flying in low visibility conditions with an Instrument Rating. This qualification enables pilots to operate safely in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) using only cockpit instruments for navigation.
- Private Pilot Certificate Required.
- Instrument Flight Training & Experience.
- Knowledge Test & Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC).
- Final Instrument Rating Checkride.
Rating
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Share your passion for aviation by becoming a Certified Flight Instructor. This rating allows you to train and mentor future pilots while gaining valuable flight experience.
- Eligibility & Experience Requirements.
- Advanced Training & Teaching Techniques.
- FAA Knowledge & Practical Tests.
- Pathway to Professional Aviation Careers.
