Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII)

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

The Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) course prepares pilots to teach and mentor aspiring aviators, enhancing their knowledge of flight maneuvers, instructional techniques, and student management. Becoming a CFI is a great way to build flight hours while developing advanced piloting and teaching skills.

Prerequisites

Hold a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
Be at least 18 years old
Hold at least a Third-Class Medical Certificate
English proficiency (must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English)

Ground Training

Instructional techniques and student psychology
Lesson planning and effective teaching strategies
FAA regulations and endorsement procedures

Flight Training

25-30 hours of instructional flight training, including:
- Teaching basic flight maneuvers
- Emergency procedures and student management
- Conducting cross-country instructional flights

Examinations

Knowledge Tests:
- Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) Test
- Flight Instructor Airplane (FIA) Test
Practical Test (Checkride):
Demonstrate teaching ability and flight maneuver proficiency to FAA standards

Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII)

The Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) rating allows CFIs to teach instrument flight, helping pilots gain the skills necessary to operate under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). This certification expands a CFI’s teaching scope and career opportunities.