how long does an faa instrument rating last
The length of time it takes to earn your Instrument Rating depends upon how often you fly. You can receive your Instrument rating in as little as 30 days if you fly everyday. Most students fly on average 2-3 times per week. At this pace you can receive your Instrument rating in as little as 90 days.1  40 flight hours of actual or simulated IFR. 2  50 hours cross country PIC. 3  Up to 10 hours in our FAA approved simulator.ou can receive your Instrument rating in as little as 30 days if you fly everyday. Most students fly on average 2-3 times per week. At this pace you can receive your Instrument rating in as little as 90 days. 1  40 flight hours of actual or simulated IFR. 2  50 hours cross country PIC.