• Night VFR Rating (NVFR)

Night VFR Rating (NVFR)


Overview

This course is designed for students undertaking Night VFR Rating Flying Training. As such, this theory course will compliment your flying training, strengthening both your theory and practical knowledge and ensuring that you are confident and prepared when you take to the sky at night.

Prerequisites

Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) minimum.

References

Aviation Theory Centre’s “Night Flight” textbook.

Topics Covered

  • Revision of Instruments & Systems, Meteorology
  • Human Factors
  • Rules & Requirements
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Route & Aerodrome Suitability
  • Instrument Flight
  • Radio Navigation
  • Flight Planning
  • Abnormal Operations

Conduct

Either 8 x 45 minute lessons per day over three days, from 0800 to 1700 hours; OR 4 x 45 minute lessons per day over six evenings, from 1800 to 2200 hour; at the GFT Theory & Briefing Room, Hangar 3, 26-28 Lockheed Close, West Sale Airport, Victoria, 3851.

Examination

In-house, 30 questions, 90 minutes allowed, pass mark 70%.

The sitting fee is $90 and there is no associated CASA fee.

Course Fee

$695