Training Services
Instructor Refresher Course (IRC)
Renew your instructor certificate with Acron Aviation's UKCAA and EASA-compliant refresher training.
Course overview
Acron Aviation’s Instructor Refresher Course (IRC) is designed for Flight Instructors (FI), Instrument Rating Instructors (IRI), Type Rating Instructors (TRI), and Synthetic Flight Instructors (SFI) who need to renew or revalidate their instructional privileges. Our course is fully aligned with UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) requirements.
Delivered at our state-of-the-art London Training Center or Bangkok Training Center this Instructor Renewal Course ensures you stay fully compliant with regulatory standards while refreshing your instructional techniques and industry knowledge.
Upcoming course dates at our London Training Center
December 8
Why take our Instructor Refresher Course?
- Meets UKCAA and EASA regulatory requirements for instructor certificate renewal
- Covers FI, IRI, TRI, and SFI instructor ratings
- Led by highly experienced examiners with real-world airline and training backgrounds
- Interactive, classroom-based training designed to enhance your instructional approach
- Ideal for instructors looking to stay current and maintain best practices
What you will learn
Our EASA and CAA Instructor Refresher Course includes:
- Latest regulatory updates from UKCAA and EASA
- Best practices in pilot instruction and assessment
- Human factors, Threat & Error Management (TEM), and modern teaching techniques
- Real-world case studies and collaborative workshops with other instructors
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for any instructor needing to renew, extend, or revalidate instructional privileges under UK or EASA rules, including:
- Flight Instructors (FI)
- Instrument Rating Instructors (IRI)
- Type Rating Instructors (TRI)
- Synthetic Flight Instructors (SFI)
Course price
- £425 + VAT per candidate (London)
- Subject to training services terms & conditions
Why choose Acron Aviation for Instructor Training?
Acron Aviation is a trusted global provider of pilot training and instructor renewal courses. With decades of experience in EASA and UKCAA-certified training, we offer a professional learning environment and flexible course schedules at our London or Bangkok facility, conveniently located near major transport links.
Spaces limited. Book your course today.
Instructor Refresher Course - Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Under both UKCAA and EASA regulations, instructors must complete an Instructor Refresher Course (IRC) every three years to maintain their instructional privileges. This applies to Flight Instructors (FI), Instrument Rating Instructors (IRI), Type Rating Instructors (TRI), and Synthetic Flight Instructors (SFI).
Yes. Acron Aviation’s Instructor Refresher Course is fully compliant with UK CAA and EASA requirements. Successful completion of this course meets the refresher training standards for instructor certificate renewal or revalidation.
Our course is suitable for instructors holding the following ratings: Flight Instructor (FI), Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI), Type Rating Instructor (TRI) and Synthetic Flight Instructor (SFI). It is designed for both UK and EASA instructor certificate holders.
The IRC course takes place at Acron Aviation’s London Training Center, conveniently located near Gatwick Airport. The venue offers a modern classroom environment with easy transport links for both UK-based and international instructors. It is also offered at our Bangkok Training Center.
Participants should bring: A copy of their current or expired instructor certificate (UKCAA or EASA), valid form of ID or passport and notebook or device for taking notes. We’ll provide all course materials on the day.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance that confirms you have met the required refresher training for instructor renewal under UKCAA or EASA.
To register, please complete our inquiry form or contact our team directly at res.customerbusiness@acronaviation.com. Places are limited, so early booking is recommended to secure your preferred course date.
Yes. If your instructor certificate has recently expired, this CAA and EASA refresher training may be used as part of the process to regain your instructional privileges, subject to any additional requirements from your licensing authority.
Global training locations
Our Instructor Refresher Course is available at the following training centers, offering convenient access to cutting-edge training tools and experienced instructors:
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