OBJECTIVES
Introduce the student to IFR flight planning applications by conducting an IFR cross-country over 50 nautical miles from the original point of departure, becoming familiar with IFR departure, enroute, and arrival procedures.
Review the appropriate emergency procedures for enroute IFR operations.


CONTENT
Review
Weather Information Related to IFR Cross-Country
Aircraft Performance, limitations, and Systems Related to IFR Cross-Country
Filing an IFR Flight Plan
Departure Procedures and Clearances
Air Traffic Control Clearances
Use of SIDs
Use of Radar
VOR Navigation
VOR Receiver Checks and Check Points
Holding Procedures
Simulated Emergency Procedures
Enroute Procedures and Clearances
Calculating ETEs and ETAs
Enroute Course Changes
Arrival Procedures and Clearances
Use of STARs
Use of Departure Radar


COMPLETION STANDARDS
The student will exhibit knowledge of the procedures involved in cross-country planning, filing IFR flight plans, and obtaining IFR clearances.
The student will demonstrate a basic understanding of the various simulated emergency procedures.