Who this page is for
This page is for PPL or CPL holders adding an Instrument Rating, and for students who only need IR theory rather than the full commercial question bank. Use IROP ONLY if you do not need every CPL or ATPL subject.
IR / IROP topics covered
All Weather Operations & Procedures
Approach procedures, minima and IFR operating practice examined in IR papers.
Flight Planning & Performance
Planning and performance items used for instrument operations, including relevant POF.
Meteorology
Weather hazards, icing, visibility and decision-making for IFR flight.
Instruments
Attitude flying, instrument interpretation and flying on instruments.
Radio Aids & Navigation
Approach aids, tracking and navigation systems used under IFR.
Human Performance & Limitations
Disorientation, workload and limitations that matter on instruments.
Air Law
IFR rules, procedures and South African regulatory questions tied to the rating.
What you get
- IR-focused questions and explanations
- Mock exams for Instrument Rating theory
- Shorter IROP subscription terms if you only need this rating
- Study material aligned to All Weather Operations / IR
IR / IROP pricing
IROP ONLY is the Instrument Rating track. Do not buy the full CPL / ATPL bundle unless you also need those papers. Prices below follow the current PilotExams homepage. Confirm the total on the subscriptions page before you pay.
| Plan | Price | Effective monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | R 395.00 | R 395.00 |
| 2 months | R 630.00 | R 315.00 |
| 3 months | R 890.00 | R 296.67 |
| 6 months | R 1,665.00 | R 277.50 |
| Handbooks (set of 14) | R 8,850.00 | Includes 12 months subscription free — only needed if you also want the full commercial notes |
1–2 months suits last revision before the IR sitting. 3–6 months suits study alongside instrument flying.
Disclaimer: Prices are published for guidance only and may change without notice. The amount charged at checkout on PilotExams is the price that applies. Subscription terms, included subjects and handbook bundles can be updated at any time.
Related pages
Need the full commercial bank instead? CPL exam preparation or ATPL exam preparation. Starting at private level? PPL exam preparation. For online IR lectures that can count toward an attendance certificate, see AeroCBT.