Certified Flight Instructor Instrument

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Requirements

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• Be at least 18 years of age

• Hold a commercial pilot certificate

• Hold an instrument rating (for helicopter CFI)

• Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language

• Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate

• Have logged at least 250 hours (200 for helicopters) and the required training for the CFI rating per FAA regulations

• Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test