Night VFR Rating
Flying at night is a unique experience for pilots, especially when conducted over a stunning cityscape like Sydney. In addition to this though, the Night Visual Flight Rules (NVFR) Rating allows you greater flexibility in your flight planning, particularly for longer flights that may need to end after the sun has gone down.
Course Overview
The Night VFR Rating is your gateway to flying confidently after sunset, expanding your skills and opening new opportunities in aviation. To obtain a Night VFR Rating, you must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a current Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or higher
- Complete a minimum of 5 hours of night flying, including at least 1 hour solo at night
- Have 3 hours of dual instrument time
- Complete a flight test demonstrating proficiency in night flying
With a Night VFR Rating, pilots can conduct private operations at night under Visual Flight Rules, adding flexibility and versatility to their flying capabilities. It’s an essential step for pilots who want to enhance their skills, improve safety during night operations, or work towards advanced licences like the Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
This course can be done at your own pace – from full time to one day a week. Our instructors can tailor a personalised program that gives you maximum value for money and an enjoyable learning experience balancing both theory and practical elements.
Milestones
- 9 Hours of Dual Night Flying
- 1 Hour of Night Solo Flying
- 2 Hours Simulator Time
- NVFR Flight Test
Prices
| Flight | Hours | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dual Training (C172) |
90.0 |
$365.00 |
$3285.00 |
|
Solo Training (C172) |
1.0 |
$295.00 |
$295.00 |
|
Simulator Training (Elite AT-11i) |
2.0 |
$75.00 |
$150.00 |
|
NVFR Flight Test |
2.5 |
$295.00 |
$737.50 |
|
|
|
Total: |
$4,467.5 |
- Phoenix Aero Club members (excluding Social) enjoy a $30/h discount on all aircraft hire rates, which has been included in the above calculations.
- Additional training may be needed to reach the required flight test standard. This should only be used as an indicative guide with reference to minimum hour requirements for each level of licence, at the current aircraft hiring rates.
- Prices quoted DO NOT include flight test fees or tower and movement fees in hiring rates. These are calculated per flight, rather than per flight hour, and can be found on our aircraft hiring rates.