YOUR INSTRUMENT RATING. SIMPLIFIED.
Book your
BIR course.
The accessible route to instrument flying starts here.
Basic Instrument Rating theory. Online. Personal support. International exam flexibility.
◌EASA APPROVED BIR THEORYHighest training standards
▱100% ONLINELearn anytime, anywhere
⌖INTERNATIONAL EXAM FLEXIBILITYTake your exams worldwide
◎INSTRUMENT-FLYING EXPERTISESupport from aviation professionals
◇SECURE BOOKINGYour data is protected
BOOK YOUR COURSE
Complete your booking in a few steps.
Fly with confidence in any weather.
01Your details
02Requirements
03Review
04Confirmation
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Your journey starts here.
From booking to course access – we guide you every step of the way.
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01 ConfirmationYou receive confirmation of your booking.
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02 Document reviewWe check your documents and entry requirements.
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03 Course accessYou receive access to the Cranfield learning environment.
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04 Start your journeyBegin your studies towards your instrument rating.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Booking questions, answered.
What is the BIR and who is it for?
The Basic Instrument Rating is the accessible EASA route to instrument flying for private pilots – with a reduced theory syllabus of 7 subjects in 3 modules.
Which documents do I need for enrolment?
The form guides you through identification, medical documentation and licence information. You can review all requirements in our document checklists.
Can I book the course from abroad?
Yes. The course is online and Cranfield supports pilots internationally.
Where can I sit the EASA exams?
Cranfield supports flexible examination planning with EASA authorities worldwide.
Ready to fly in any weather?
Join Cranfield and take the next step towards instrument flying.
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