INSTRUMENT CURRENCY
OUR INSTRUMENT CURRENCY PROGRAM
At Azure Aviation Academy, our Instrument Currency program is designed for instrument-rated pilots who need to complete the required approaches, holding, and tracking tasks to remain current under IFR—without the need for a full Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC).
Training is conducted with an experienced instructor using our FAA-approved flight simulator and is tailored to your recent IFR activity and operational needs. Sessions focus on efficiently meeting 14 CFR §61.57(c) requirements while reinforcing safe, practical IFR procedures in a controlled environment.
Whether you’re approaching a currency deadline or staying ahead of it, our Instrument Currency program provides a convenient, professional path to maintaining IFR privileges with confidence.
Our Flight Review is structured to ensure pilots meet regulatory requirements while reinforcing the skills, judgment, and decision-making needed for safe, confident operations. Each review is tailored to your experience, aircraft, and typical mission profile, focusing on practical, real-world flying.
From Proficiency Review to Confident Flight
GROUND DISCUSSION
The ground portion focuses on reviewing instrument procedures and expectations for the session. We’ll discuss recent IFR experience, planned approaches, holding procedures, and tracking tasks to ensure the simulator session is efficient and aligned with your currency needs.
- Estimated 30 Hours of Ground Discussion
Review of planned approaches, holds, and tracking
Discussion of recent IFR activity and proficiency goals
Tailored to your experience
SIMULATOR TRAINING
The simulator portion is designed to complete the required approaches, holding, and tracking tasks needed to maintain instrument currency under 14 CFR §61.57(c). Training emphasizes realistic scenarios and efficient proficiency in a controlled IFR environment.
- Estimated 2 Hours of Simulator Training
Precision and non-precision approaches
Takeoffs, landings, and maneuver proficiency
Holding procedures and course tracking
Scenario-based IFR decision-making
DEBRIEF & ENDORSEMENT
Following the simulator session, we’ll conduct a detailed debrief covering performance, strengths, and any recommended next steps. Upon satisfactory completion of all requirements, the appropriate logbook endorsement will be provided.
- Estimated 10-15 Minutes of Debrief
Post-session performance debrief
Personalized proficiency recommendations
Logbook endorsement upon completion
Cost Breakdown
We believe in full transparency when it comes to proficiency training costs. Our Instrument Currency program is designed to help instrument-rated pilots efficiently meet IFR currency requirements using our FAA-approved simulator—without the need for a full IPC.
At Azure Aviation Academy, each session is tailored to your recent IFR activity and training needs. Below is a typical cost breakdown for completing instrument currency requirements in our simulator.
Instrument Currency Training - Total: ~$300
| Activity Type | Hours | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Discussion | 0.5 | $75/hr | $37.50 |
| Simulator Rental | 2.0 | $80/hr | $160 |
| Simulator Instruction | 2.0 | $50/hr | $100 |
*These are estimated costs based on a typical instrument currency session conducted in an FAA-approved simulator. Actual time and cost may vary depending on recent IFR experience, proficiency level, and training needs. Additional time may be recommended if required to complete currency tasks.
Take Your IFR Currency to the Next Level
Maintaining instrument currency is more than checking a regulatory box—it’s about staying sharp, prepared, and confident in the IFR environment. At Azure Aviation Academy, our Instrument Currency program is designed to efficiently help you complete required approaches, holding, and tracking tasks using our FAA-approved simulator.
Through focused ground discussion and structured simulator training, we help you meet 14 CFR §61.57(c) requirements in a controlled, low-risk setting—without the need for a full Instrument Proficiency Check. Whether you’re approaching a currency deadline or staying ahead of it, we’ll help you maintain IFR readiness with confidence.
Stay current. Stay proficient. Fly IFR with confidence.