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*