o get an IMC you have to demonstrate two approaches
In fact you only have to demonstrate one approach - you have to have recorded one other type in your log book - at least thats how my examiner interpreted the rules.
Well, not if it's an NDB, VOR, VDF, SRA, PAR or (do they really exist?) MLS approach, obviously...
In fact, the one piece of equipment specified under Schedule 5 of the ANO is: "Radio navigation equipment capable of enabling the aircraft to make an approach to landing using the Instrument Landing System". This is required when: "making an approach to landing at an aerodrome notified for the purpose of this sub-paragraph". NDB/VOR etc is only
required when flying in controlled airspace, which for practical purposes for IMC rated pilots means class D. It is not required in Classes F and G, ie Uncontrolled airspace.
You can train on a group owned aircraft provided it has public CofA since the training comes within the definition of "Aerial Work".
I don't think you can pay to be trained on an aircraft with a Private CofA, because this is still aerial work, which is not covered on the private category.
"Subject to the provisions of this article, aerial work means any purpose (other than public transport) for which an aircraft is flown if valuable consideration is given or promised in respect of the flight or the purpose of the flight." S130(1) ANO
