Flight Instructor Training (FI)

The FI qualification (Flight Instructor) is a certification that allows pilots to become flight instructors and teach other student pilots how to fly. It is an important step for those wishing to pass on their aviation skills and often to gain further flying experience, an asset for progressing towards advanced licences and qualifications, such as the ATPL.

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Training objectives

Train experienced pilots to become flight instructors.

RS5621 - FI(A) aeroplane, FI(H) helicopter or FI(As) airship flight instructor

Certifier : MINISTRY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, BIODIVERSITY, FORESTRY, THE SEA AND FISHERIES

Registration date: 01/01/2022

The possibility of validating one or more blocks of skills / Transferability:

Validated blocks of skills can be transferred if the training is interrupted. The progress booklet sent to the trainee enables him or her to apply to another flying school while retaining the skills acquired.

Equivalence: not concerned.

Career paths and opportunities:

The student can work as an instructor in an ATO or a DTO, with limited instruction depending on his/her profile and experience.

Target audience

Pilots wishing to share their knowledge and become professional instructors.

Course duration

- Theory: 125 hours.
- Practical information : 30-hour flight.

Prerequisites

Trainees must meet the following minimum conditions before starting the FI course:

Be at least 18 years old
Hold at least an SEP class aircraft licence and rating; ;
With the exception of the flight test instructor, have :

Completed at least 15 hours of flight time as a pilot on a SEP class aircraft, including one
A maximum of 7 hours may have been worked in an FSTD representing a class aircraft.
SEP, if applicable; or passed a competency assessment for the relevant instructor rating on that SEP class aeroplane;

Be authorised to act as PIC on the aircraft during such flight instruction
Have received at least 10 hours of instrument flight instruction on a SEP class aircraft, of which a maximum of 5 hours may be instrument flight time on the ground in an FSTD; ;
Have completed 20 hours of VFR flight time on a SEP class aircraft as a PIC; and
Hold at least one CPL(A) licence; or hold at least one PPL(A) licence and have: (Except for an FI(A) providing training for the LAPL(A) only, passed the CPL theoretical knowledge examination, which may be taken without attending a CPL theoretical knowledge training course and which will not be valid for the issue of a CPL; and :
At least 200 flying hours on aircraft or TMG, including 150 hours as PIC; ;
Have completed at least 30 flying hours on single engine piston aeroplanes, including at least 5 hours during the 6 months preceding the pre-service flight test described in FCL.930.FI(a).
Have completed a transnational VFR flight as a PIC, including a flight of at least 540 km (300 NM) during which full-stop landings have been made at 2 different aerodromes.
Prior to their entry onto the course, candidates for the FI rating must have passed an interview and a specific pre-admission flight test as described in the contract, paragraph 2.4 Assessment of entry onto the course. .

If the FI trainee wishes to obtain the extension of instructional privileges to the Night rating, he/she must hold the Night rating FCL.810 and complete the Night VFR instruction module described in 3.3.

This night VFR instruction module can be carried out during the FI's initial training or after obtaining the FI rating.

Blocks of skills (RNCP)

1. General and Applied Pedagogy

Mastery of theoretical and practical teaching techniques adapted to flight instruction.
Ability to design and deliver structured lessons for different levels of training.

2. Technical and regulatory knowledge

In-depth understanding of the principles of flight, aerodynamics and aeronautical systems.
Knowledge of applicable national and international aviation regulations.

3. Safety and Risk Management

Ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks associated with flight operations.
Applying safety procedures and managing emergency situations.

4. Communication and Crew Management

Developing effective communication skills with students and other crew members.
Cockpit resource management (CRM) to ensure optimum coordination.

5. Assessment and progress monitoring

Ability to assess student performance, provide constructive feedback and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
Administrative monitoring and documentation of student progress in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Detailed programme:

Theoretical teaching techniques
Practical teaching techniques
Evaluation of student pilots

Assessment procedures

Practical test with a DGAC examiner

Rates and financing

Estimated cost :
12 000 € à 14 000 €
Financing :
Eligible for the CPF.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to become a flight instructor with a PPL?

Yes, pilots with a PPL can become instructors, but they must obtain the FI rating on the basis of the PPL. However, instructors with a CPL often have more job opportunities.

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Flight Instructor Training (FI)

Training objectives

Target audience

Course duration

Prerequisites