How to Become a Certified Flight Instructor

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Gain your private pilot license by enrolling in a flight school or other program with a certified flight instructor.

   Complete the coursework successfully and apply for a private pilot license.
   
   This means you can fly a private aircraft without pay.
   
   You must be at least 17 years old to take part in testing for your private pilot license.
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   Step 2: Get an instrument rating.

   You gain this rating by flying according to instrument flight rules (IFR).
   
   This allows you to fly in certain weather conditions such as rain and fog. , You must be at least 18 years old, have 250 hours of flight time in the air, hold an instrument rating and undergo an additional medical exam. , Your commercial pilot license and instrument rating must be issued for the type of aircraft with you will be using for teaching prospective pilots.
   
   Gain a logbook endorsement from an authorized flight instructor that lists time spent learning the fundamentals of flight instruction.
   
   Take and pass a knowledge test for flight instructors.
   
   Complete and pass a practical test for flight instructors.
   
   Prove that you are able to provide sufficient instruction in the areas of spin entry, spins and spin recovery.
   
   Log a minimum of 15 hours of being in command of a pilot. ,,,,
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   Step 3: Apply for a commercial pilot license.

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   Step 4: Seek a flight instructor certificate.

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   Step 5: Receive a flight instructor certificate and begin working as a certified flight instructor.

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   Step 6: Sign the logbook of every person that receives training from you.

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   Step 7: Do not give more than 8 hours of flight training during each 24-hour period.

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   Step 8: Maintain your flight instructor certificate through the renewal process.

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