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What does it take to become a CFII

Outline:  

 

1. Introduction

  • Overview of CFII

  • Can CFII be done as an initial flight instructor rating?

2. Requirements and Eligibility

  • Typical process after obtaining CFI-A

  • Eligibility criteria (FARs 61.183, 61.191)

  • Required instrument rating on pilot certificate

  • Aeronautical knowledge requirements (FARs 61.185)

3. Training and Procedural Aspects

  • Training methodology and procedural nature

  • Easier process compared to CFI-A

  • Duration and structure of training for initial and additional ratings

4. Additional Privileges and Ratings

  • Training for instrument rating

  • Adding instrument rating to existing certificates

  • Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)

  • Training for Commercial Certificate and recency of experience endorsement

  • Privileges for training CFII as an additional or initial rating

  • Knowledge test endorsements (IRA, CFII add-on, CFII initial)

5. Practical Tests

  • Practical test requirements

  • Specific tasks and lessons (Holding, BAI, Navigation, Approach)

  • View-limiting device requirement for certain maneuvers

  • LPV for precision approach requirement

6. Qualified Flight Instructors

  • Criteria for qualified instructors for initial CFI/CFII/MEI ratings

  • Experience requirements (2 years and 200 hours given or 400 hrs dual, etc.)

  • Teaching qualifications for 141 approved courses

7. Specific Regulations and Best Practices

  • FARs related to CFII as an initial rating (61.183, 61.195)

  • Spin training and instructional proficiency endorsement

  • Methods for demonstrating skills (Primary/Supporting or Control Performance)

8. Special Considerations

  • Best fit scenarios (e.g., Airline pilots)

  • Practical scenarios and procedures (Circle to land, maintaining altitude, etc.)


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