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Instrument Proficiency Check Prepared in accordance with AC 6198A Date: Make/ Model/ Tail Number: Name: Certificate: Certificate Number: Ratings/Limitations: Total Time: Time In Type: Total Instrument

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How to fill out instrument proficiency check

1. Review the instrument proficiency check (IPC) requirements and guidelines provided by the relevant aviation authority.
2. Prepare the necessary documents and records, including your flight experience, endorsements, and logbooks.
3. Choose a suitable and qualified flight instructor who is authorized to conduct instrument proficiency checks.
4. Schedule the IPC with the flight instructor and ensure that you have enough time for the entire process.
5. Arrive at the designated location with all required equipment and documents.
6. Brief the flight instructor about your intentions, expectations, and any specific areas you would like to focus on during the IPC.
7. Perform the pre-flight checks on the aircraft, ensuring that all instruments, avionics, and relevant systems are functioning properly.
8. Begin the flight portion of the IPC, following the instructions and guidance provided by the flight instructor.
9. Demonstrate your proficiency in various instrument flying tasks and maneuvers, such as intercepting and tracking navigational aids, holding patterns, approach procedures, and unusual attitudes.
10. Receive feedback and evaluations from the flight instructor regarding your performance during the IPC.
11. If necessary, address any areas of improvement identified by the flight instructor and practice additional flight tasks and maneuvers.
12. Complete the IPC by debriefing with the flight instructor, reviewing the outcome, and discussing any further steps or recommendations.
13. Submit the necessary documentation and records to the aviation authority to validate the completion of the instrument proficiency check.

Who needs instrument proficiency check?

1. Instrument-rated pilots who wish to exercise their privileges in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) must undergo an instrument proficiency check.
2. Pilots who have not performed instrument approaches, departures, or arrivals in the past six months or have not logged at least six instrument approaches, holding procedures, and intercepting and tracking courses within the last six months need an instrument proficiency check.
3. Any pilot who has not maintained instrument currency or has let their instrument rating lapse for a significant period requires an instrument proficiency check before operating in IMC conditions.
4. Pilots transitioning to a new aircraft type with advanced avionics systems or significant differences from their previous aircraft may need an instrument proficiency check to demonstrate competence with the new equipment.
5. Airline pilots and commercial operators often undergo regular instrument proficiency checks as part of their recurrent training and qualification requirements.
6. Pilots seeking to regain their instrument rating after it has been expired or revoked must successfully complete an instrument proficiency check before regaining the privileges.

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What is instrument proficiency check?

An instrument proficiency check is a flight evaluation required by the FAA to determine a pilot's ability to operate an aircraft solely by reference to instruments.

Who is required to file instrument proficiency check?

Pilots who are instrument rated and wish to act as PIC under IFR conditions must complete an instrument proficiency check.

How to fill out instrument proficiency check?

Instrument proficiency checks are typically conducted by a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and involve both ground and flight components to assess a pilot's instrument flying skills.

What is the purpose of instrument proficiency check?

The purpose of the instrument proficiency check is to ensure that pilots are competent and proficient in operating an aircraft under instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions.

What information must be reported on instrument proficiency check?

The instrument proficiency check must include details of the aircraft used, the pilot's performance during the evaluation, any deficiencies identified, and the CFI's recommendation.