Certified Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII)
Altitude Aviation Academy
Become a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII)
Train the next generation. Build time. Launch your career.
Becoming a CFI is more than just a way to build hours — it’s your opportunity to sharpen your skills, grow as a professional, and make a real impact on the next generation of aviators. At Altitude Aviation Academy, we offer focused, practical, and high-quality training to prepare you for one of the most rewarding roles in aviation.
some things You’ll Learn
Fundamentals of instruction (FOI)
Advanced flight maneuvers and safety procedures
Lesson planning & student evaluation
Spin recovery training
CFI checkride prep with mock oral exams
IFR instruction procedures (for CFII candidates)
Prerequisites
To begin CFI training, you must:
Hold a Commercial
Pilot License
Have at least 3rd Class
Medical Certificate
Be at least 18 years old
Pass the FAA FOI and CFI
Knowledge Exams
For CFII, you must also have
an Instrument Rating
Not sure if you're ready? We’ll help review your logbook and create a custom training path based on where you are.
“Training to become a CFI was a game changer for me. It gave me purpose, confidence, and a way to give back. Altitude & Charlotta made the process incredibly clear and rewarding.”
— Kierra, CFI Graduate
Why Train with Altitude
✔️ Personalized instruction with experienced CFIs
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✔️ Emphasis on real-world teaching scenarios
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✔️ Access to diverse student training opportunities
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✔️ Mountain and cross-country flight environment
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✔️ Job placement consideration with our academy after certification
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✔️ Supportive, tight-knit flying community
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Course Format & Scheduling
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Modular lesson plans to fit your schedule
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Ground + in-flight instruction
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Mock checkride + oral prep
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Spin endorsement included (CFI)
