Flight Instructor
Becoming a CFI is one of the most rewarding roles in aviation because you get to turn your passion into impact. You’ll build confidence by helping others achieve their first solo, their license, and their dreams of flight. It sharpens your own knowledge, keeps you actively flying, and lets you shape safe, skilled pilots from the very beginning.
CFI
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To become a CFI under Federal Aviation Administration Part 61, pilots must hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate, be at least 18 years old, pass the required FAA knowledge exams, receive instructor training, and successfully complete the FAA CFI checkride.
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Our CFI program focuses on building confident, effective flight instructors through targeted ground and flight training tailored to your experience level. We emphasize teaching ability, practical flight skills, and checkride readiness.
Cost: Most students invest approximately $8,000–$15,000 total, depending on prior experience, flight time needed, and training pace.
CFI-I
Becoming a CFII allows you to teach instrument flying and help pilots gain the skills and confidence needed for IFR operations. It strengthens your own instrument proficiency while playing a key role in developing safe, capable pilots.
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To become a CFII under FAA Part 61, pilots must hold a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate, obtain an Instrument Rating (if not already included), pass the required FAA CFII knowledge exam, complete instrument instructor training, and successfully pass the FAA CFII checkride.
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Our CFII training develops confident instrument instructors through focused ground and flight training tailored to your experience and checkride goals.
Cost: Typically $3,000–$7,000, depending on prior experience and training time needed.