Why Become a Flight Instructor? Flight instructing is a practical way to grow as a pilot, gain experience, and build a solid foundation for your career. Here are some benefits of becoming a flight instructor: Education is not a preparation for life; education is life itself. John Dewey What to Expect from Flight Instructor Training […]
Common Areas of Weakness on CFI Checkrides
This list describes the common areas of weakness observed on flight instructor practical tests by the Orland, Florida FSDO. Link: https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/field_offices/fsdo/orl/local_more/cfi_program/ Aerodynamics How lift, weight, thrust, and drag act on aircraft in a climb or descent Why maneuvering speed varies with weight Explanation of the relationship between the center of pressure and center of gravity […]