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Flight Instructor, FI(A)

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Flight Instructor, FI(A)

Anyone who wants to inspire others to take up the wonderful hobby of flying, pass on their experience, and give flying lessons needs a license to do so: a teaching license. The conscientious training of prospective flight instructors has always been important to us, as this lays the foundation for generations of future pilots. During this training, we will deliberately take you to the limits so that you can recognize potential dangers in good time and take appropriate action. Among other things, we have an Extra 300 aerobatic aircraft at our disposal, which we can use to safely demonstrate flight conditions such as spinning.

FI training is possible with us even without CPL knowledge. However, without proof of commercial pilot knowledge, the teaching license is limited to LAPL training. This restriction does not apply if you have proven to the authorities that you have CPL knowledge. Proof is provided by presenting a CPL/ATPL or a passed EASA CPL theory exam.

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Theory courses FI-A

The theoretical training must comprise a total of at least 125 hours. Of these, 25 hours are devoted to methodology and didactics in flight training. Our experienced lecturers, some of whom work for ESA and teach similar content in the astronaut training program, will show you how to plan lessons in a structured way, convey content confidently, and inspire your audience. In the remaining 100 hours, we focus on the basic knowledge that must be taught to prospective pilots.

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Practical training FI-A

The practical training lasts at least 30 hours, of which 25 hours must be flown with a flight instructor. Prospective flight instructor candidates can fly together for 5 hours.

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Requirements FI-A

  • Applicants for an FI-A must hold at least a PPL(A) or a CPL(A).
  • The applicant must have a valid certificate of fitness.
  • Valid class rating for the aircraft type on which the FI training is to be conducted
  • Proof of 10 hours of instrument flight training on aircraft, of which a maximum of 5 hours can be credited on a simulator
  • Proof of 20 hours of cross-country flight time on aircraft as pilot in command
  • A total flight time of 200 hours, of which at least 150 must have been flown as pilot-in-command.
  • At least 30 hours of flight experience in the class in which the FI training is to take place, of which at least 5 hours must have been flown no more than 6 months prior to the selection flight.
  • Proof of a VFR triangular flight covering a distance of at least 540 km (300 NM) with final landings at two different airports.
  • The completion of a selection flight with one of our qualified instructors.

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License renewal FI-A

The teaching license is granted for 36 months. To extend the teaching license, two of three conditions must be met before the license expires:

  • The provision of at least 50 hours of flight instruction in the relevant class
  • Participation in an approved flight instructor seminar
  • Competency assessment in the 12 months prior to the expiry of the authorization

Every second renewal should be accompanied by a competency assessment.

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Training costs FI-A

The training costs amount to approximately €12,864.90. Here you will find our sample offer in conjunction with our current price list. Preisliste.

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The legal basis is derived from FCL.930.FI FI of EU Regulation 1178/2011 and the associated accepted means of compliance (AMCs). We recommend the EASA Easy Access Document for further information. Easy Access Dokument der EASA 

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The training options are diverse, and our website cannot replace a personal consultation. Please feel free to contact us to discuss possible training options and clarify any open questions. You are also welcome to book the course using the contact form.

We tailor the training to your individual needs and try to accommodate your preferred dates. We are also happy to offer the training as a compact course. We would be happy to advise you.