SECTION 2U.K.Other ratings
Instrument rating (aeroplane)U.K.
An instrument rating (aeroplane) entitles the holder of the licence to act as pilot in command or co-pilot of an aeroplane flying under the Instrument Flight Rules.
Instrument rating (helicopter)U.K.
An instrument rating (helicopter) entitles the holder of the licence to act as pilot in command or co-pilot of a helicopter flying under the Instrument Flight Rules.
Instrument meteorological conditions rating (aeroplanes)U.K.
An instrument meteorological conditions rating (aeroplanes) entitles the holder of the licence to act as pilot in command or co-pilot of an aeroplane flying under the Instrument Flight Rules except—
(a)in Class A airspace; or
(b)when the aeroplane is taking off or landing at any place if the flight visibility below cloud is less than 1,500 metres.
Night rating (helicopters)U.K.
A night rating (helicopters) entitles the holder of a United Kingdom Private Pilot's Licence (Helicopters) to act as pilot in command of a helicopter at night.
Night rating (gyroplanes)U.K.
A night rating (gyroplanes) entitles the holder of a United Kingdom Private Pilot's Licence (Gyroplanes) to act as pilot in command of a gyroplane at night.
Night rating (balloons and airships)U.K.
A night rating (balloons and airships) entitles the holder of a United Kingdom Private Pilot's Licence (Balloons and Airships) to act as pilot in command of a balloon or an airship at night.