What are your thoughts on instrument training at night?

What are your thoughts on instrument training at night?

There is a small increased risk in any night flying. The main thing is an
engine failure and the inability to find a safe landing spot as easily as
during the day. IFR training in VFR conditions carries no additional risk
IMO other than the increased risk of any night flying.

If the area you fly in has a reasonable amount of ground light, night flying
is rewarding and pleasurable. The night landing robs you of a bit of depth
perception and you might have a few hard landings until you get the hang of
it.

If you are in mountainous or sloping terrain or in an area were there is
little ground light be aware of the usual optical illusions (black hole,
false horizon, spatial disorientation, etc). Personally, I don't like
landing at an unfamiliar airport at night unless there is glide slope
indication of some sort (ILS, VASI, PAPI).

Learn to fly at night and become proficient. Passengers love to fly with
you at night for the smooth air and great view. Once you're comfortable you
will fly much less during the day.

Kobra