To better understand the learner's background and what would be most beneficial for an [[IPC]], [[AC 61-98]] recommends asking questions related to: 1. Type of Equipment Flown. E.g.: 1. Flying a variety of aircraft may make using a more complicated option better 2. Learner must be rated for the aircraft being used 2. Nature of Flight Operations. E.g.: 1. Typically flying locally may need a different evaluations than long XC 2. Unfamiliar with IFR in local area may impact emphasis 3. Amount and Recency of [[IFR]] Flight Experience 4. Agreement on the Conduct of the Review: review these considerations with the pilot and reach an understanding regarding how he or she will conduct the review, including things like flight in actual [[IMC]]. 5. Instructor Qualifications: Instructors should also consider their own experience and qualifications in a given aircraft