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Hello,
Where does the knowledge part of instument flight learning fit in? Does one have to pass the written exam before the practical flight lessons? Are there any books which are recommended ? Lots of questions, if anybody has answeres I would appreciate them.

the knowledge portion is typically integrated into the flying portion. Regularly scheduled ground lessons work well for some. others prefer to self study with help from CFII when trouble arises. the written study books that Gleim produces are good. I also recommend exams4pilots.org (i think) for practice test. i definitely dont require a student to do the written first, knowledge is just as important as practical skills and they really go hand in hand.

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Hi Phil,
I certainly agree with Tony that the learning process should be integrated. You will find that Instrument Flying is much like learning another language and the practical flying provides the context. I would think that your instructor will probably provide a large part of the knowledge portion, but to actually pass the test, some find it useful to take a course. There are often weekend courses, work online as already recommended...and then of course quiz your CFII as much as possible.
Good luck,
a

Thanks for the info! I had read an account of a pilot joining a "get your instument rating in 8 days" school, and they required that the written exam was passed before day 1.

well for that type of training it is acceptable to expect the written to be finished before the flying is started. Its hard enough to get the flying skills hammered out in 8 days, let alone the knowledge.

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Everyone must believe in something, I believe that I will go flying.