Instrument Rating (IFR) – Coming Early 2026

Fly Beyond the Horizon

V2 Helicopters is proud to announce that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) training will soon be available in early 2026, delivered in our Bell 206 JetRanger.
This specialised 4-week program is designed for pilots ready to take the next step in their career — mastering flight in cloud, low visibility, and controlled airspace environments.

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Register Your Interest

This course will have limited positions to ensure focused, one-on-one instruction and maximum simulator and aircraft time.
Fill out the Expression of Interest form below to be among the first notified when enrolments open.

No payment or commitment required — just register your interest today.

Course Snapshot

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Aircraft

Bell 206 Jet Ranger

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Duration

Approximately 4 weeks full-time

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Start Date

Early 2026 (exact dates TBA)

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Location

Archerfield Airport, Brisbane

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Training Includes

Instrument theory, simulator sessions, instrument approaches, navigation under IFR, and practical flight training

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Outcome

CASA Instrument Rating (Helicopter) endorsement

Who It’s For

This course is ideal for:

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Commercial pilots

Aiming for turbine or all-weather charter roles

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CPL(H) graduates

Looking to strengthen their employment prospects

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Aspiring EMS, offshore, or search-and-rescue pilots

Building career pathways

Prerequisites

  • To be eligible for enrolment, you must: Hold a PPL(H) or CPL(H)
  • Have a minimum of 40 hours cross-country Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time
  • Hold a current Class 1 or Class 2 medical certificate

Express your interest

Expression of Interest

What Happens Next

Once you register:

  1. Our team will contact you closer to launch to confirm interest and availability.

  2. Priority will be given to those who’ve pre-registered when spots open.

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WHY FLY WITH US

Train with Queensland’s Leading Helicopter School

V2 Helicopters delivers the next generation of professional helicopter training — from PPL(H) to CPL(H) and now IFR.
With a modern fleet, experienced instructors, and a hands-on operational environment at Archerfield, we’ll help you reach your aviation goals.

Call (07) 3274 6666 or complete the form to secure your spot on the priority list.

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