Certified Flight Instructor Course

langaAir's success rate for first time Certified Flight Instructor candidates far exceeds that of the rest of the industry.

The following is an outline of the course. Although it is structured in a two week format, it is dependent on each individual. Most people take a more deliberate approach and spread the training out over a three to four week interval.

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CFI Part 61.185 Course;  designed to meet the requirements of FAR 61.185(a)(1),(2) and provide instruction in preparation for the CFI practical oral examination.   Upon completion, the candidate should possess the knowledge and aptitude to pass the oral examination to PTS standards.

•         5 days including 20 hours ground:  Covering all items in the PTS including practical teaching exercises in order to prepare the candidate for real world teaching situations.

 CFI Part 61.187 Course;  designed to meet the requirements of FAR 61.187 (b)(1)(i-iv) and provide the qualified student preparation for the CFI practical flight examination.  Upon completion, the candidate should possess the knowledge and aptitude to pass the flight examination to PTS standards.

•        7 days including :  10 hours dual flight instruction:  Conducted in a C172-RG   covering all maneuvers in the PTS, and 15 hours of ground instruction covering practical teaching exercises in preparing the candidate for the FAA Oral Examination and Check Ride.
•        FAA Practical Test                           

*              Completion of the CFI Part 61.185Course is required as a prerequisite for enrollment into the CFI Part 61.187 Course; or a qualified and prepared candidate has the option to test- out of the CFI Part 61.185 by successfully passing an oral examination administered by a Langa Air Academy representative.   The cost to test-out is $120.00.

Prerequisites for CFI Course

•       CFI written with 85% or better test results
•        FOI written with 85% or better test results
•       Commercial, Instrument rated
•        Current in C-172 RG
•        Current in commercial maneuvers           
•        2^nd class medical               
•        CFI Spin Sign Off 61.183(i)(1)(2)
•        Pass of CFI Prep Course or passing an oral examination prior to enrollment.

 List of required items

•       FAA-H-8083-3  Airplane Flying Handbook
•        AC 61-23C  Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
•        AC 61-27C  Instrument Flying Handbook
•        AC 60.14 Aviation Instructor’s Handbook
•        Practical Test Standards- Private, Commercial, and CFI
•        Oral Exam Guide- Commercial and CFI
•       Lesson Plans- Private, Instrument, Commercial
•       “Flight Instructor’s Lesson Plan Handbook” by Edwin Quinlan
•        C-172RG POH
•       FAR/AIM 2001
•        Sectional Map
•        Terminal Chart
•        “Aircraft Systems for Pilots” by Dale De Remer
•        A Model Airplane
•       Flight Instructor Practical Test Prep (Gleim)

****The above mentioned books may be purchased at Langa Air with notice of one week ****

Other Information

Hotels

• Holiday Inn:  Approximately 5 miles from the airport.  The regular rate is $89 - $99 a night.  We receive a rate of $69 a night plus tax.
• Comfort Inn:  Approximately 5 miles from the airport. 
• Super 8 Motel:  Approximately 6 miles from the airport.  The weekly rate, based on 7 days is $228.90. 
•  Rental Car :  On site, please call one of our specialists to make arrangements.