Changes on JAR-IR flight reguirements
Theoretical knowledge examination
8 An applicant shall demonstrate a level of knowledge appropriate to the privileges of an IR(H) in
accordance with the procedures in JAR–FCL Subpart J.
FLYING TRAINING
9 A single-engine IR(H) course shall comprise at least 50 hours instrument time under instruction of which;
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[(a) up to 20 hours may be instrument ground time in a FNPT I(H) or (A). These 20 hours instruction
time in FNPT I (H) or (A) may be substituted by 20 hours instruction time for IR(H) in an aeroplane,
approved for this course, or
(b) up to 35 hours may be instrument ground time in a helicopter FNPT II/III or FS.
The instrument flight instruction shall include at least 10 hours in an IFR-certificated helicopter.]
10 A multi-engine IR(H) course shall comprise at least 55 hours instrument time under instruction of which;
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[(a) up to 20 hours may be instrument ground time in a FNPT I (H) or (A). These 20 hours instruction
time in FNPT I (H) or (A) may be substituted by 20 hours instruction time for IR(H) in an aeroplane,
approved for this course, or
(b) up to 40 hours may be instrument ground time in a helicopter FNPT II/III or FS. ]