CB‑IR Partner‑Up Program

With our CB‑IR Partner‑Up Program, we bridge the gap between your Declared Training Organisations (DTOs) and our Approved Training Organisation (ATO).

Route of training

This partnership gives pilots a flexible and cost‑effective route to the Competency‑Based Instrument Rating (CB‑IR) • without compromising compliance or quality.

train at your DTO

By training up to 30 hours at a DTO and completing the final 10 hours and skill test preparation at our ATO, pilots benefit from:

Benefits

• Convenient local training for the majority of the course

• Reduced travel costs and time

• A seamless transition to ATO oversight for final certification

• Full EASA Part‑FCL compliance

Rules & Regulation

Part‑FCL articles and Appendices in the EASA Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 covering the Competency‑Based Instrument Rating (CB‑IR):


• Part‑FCL, Annex I: establishes general licensing rules including IR(A) and CB‑IR(A)

• Appendix 6: defines the Modular Training Courses for the IR, including the CB‑IR(A) structure, minimum flight time, simulator credits, and crediting of previously accumulated instrument flight hours

• Appendix 7: covers the IR skill test requirements, which also apply to CB‑IR applicants

Partner UP

Train where it’s convenient, certify where it counts. Partner up with us and give your students a fast track to IFR proficiency!

Why Partner with Us?

Boost your DTO offering – attract more students by providing a clear IFR training pathway.
Seamless integration – our ATO handles the final training phase and regulatory requirements.
Shared success – create a win‑win partnership where students, DTOs, and ATOs all benefit.
Proven compliance – structured in line with EASA CB‑IR modular training requirements.

How It Works

  1. Train Locally (DTO): Students complete up to 30 hours of instrument training at your DTO.
  2. Partner‑Up Transition: We onboard the student into our ATO program for the final 10 hours, with an entry flight assessment.
  3. Certification: Our ATO prepares the student for the IR skill test and handles all compliance steps.

Result: Students enjoy a smooth, cost‑efficient path to the CB‑IR while DTOs expand their service portfolio – backed by our ATO expertise

Why Work With Us

Boost your DTO offering

Seamless Transition to Certification

Cost Effective & Flexible

Proven Compliance & Expertise