Brief Description:  Ratings that allow the holder to teach others how to fly.

Basic Requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age.

Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language.

Hold at least a valid second-class medical certificate.

No minimum hourly requirement for the Flight Instructor Certificates. Student averages vary upon individual circumstances.

Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test.

Types of Flight Instructor Certificates:

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) - Allows for the training of private pilot students.

           Estimated Cost:  $5,240*

Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII) - Allows for the training of instrument pilot students.

           Estimated Cost:  $4,125*