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CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR / INSTRUMENT
(CFI) & (CFII) CERTIFICATION
The first job that many career helicopter pilots seek is a flight instructor position since it’s a great way to perfect their skills and build up hours in their flight logbooks. Teaching a skill requires absolute mastery of it. And it’s, by far, one of the best ways to become an outstanding pilot and share knowledge. In addition, a CFI Certificate is an excellent qualification to list on a resume.
The basic FAA requirements that need to be met to qualify for a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certificate are:
Have at least a Commercial Pilot Certificate
Meet required standards to qualify for CFI certification
Pass an FAA written exam
Pass an oral test and check ride with an FAA examiner
Utah Helicopter Flight Academy certified flight instructor training includes:
6 hours dual flight instruction in Robinson R44
25 hours of ground school
Your check ride
Estimated total cost: $5,300*
The basic FAA requirements that need to be met to qualify for a Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) Certificate are:
Obtain a second class medical certificate
Hold a certified flight instructor rating
Hold a FAA instrument rating
Pass a FAA written examination
Pass a FAA oral and flight test
Meet required standards to qualify for CFII
Utah Helicopter Flight Academy certified flight instructor training includes:
6 hours dual flight instruction in Robinson R44 IFR
25 hours of ground school
Your check ride
Estimated total cost: $4,450*