Training review
Review your certificates, ratings, logbook and teaching experience to identify the right starting point.
Accelerated Flight AcademyVan Nuys Airport · Los AngelesCall (310) 490-0402CFI training · Van Nuys
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Learn to explain, demonstrate and teach safe flying through one-on-one instructor preparation at Van Nuys Airport.
The objective
Build the teaching judgment, lesson plans and practical skills needed to prepare for an initial airplane flight-instructor practical test.
Training roadmap
What you will work through.
Ground teaching
Build and present lesson plans, practice clear explanations and learn to assess student understanding.
Flight instruction skills
Develop right-seat demonstrations, error recognition and effective in-flight explanations.
Practical-test preparation
Practice teaching scenarios and review knowledge, risk management and flight skills against the applicable FAA standards.
Eligibility and experience
Know the standards before you budget.
FAA minimums establish eligibility for a practical test. Completion time and total cost still depend on proficiency, preparation, weather and lesson frequency.
- Begin with a review of your existing pilot certificates, ratings and documented experience.
- The applicable eligibility, knowledge tests, endorsements and practical-test requirements are confirmed for your individual path.
- Confirm the training instructor’s qualifications and any aircraft or equipment arrangements for your specific course before enrollment.
Training rate
Individual training estimate
Request an itemized quote for instructor training, ground teaching sessions and flight preparation. Aircraft suitability, instructor eligibility and any additional arrangements are reviewed before enrollment. Total program cost depends on your starting point, proficiency, preparation, weather and lesson frequency.
Program questions
Plan with the facts.
How long does instructor training take?
Your starting knowledge, teaching preparation, proficiency and weekly availability determine the plan. Completion dates and checkride results are not guaranteed.
What does the program cost?
Request an itemized estimate for ground instruction, flight preparation and any outside fees. There is no fixed package price published for this program.
Planning guides
Build a realistic training plan.
Talk with your instructor
Review your goal, logbook and schedule with Reza.
No call center and no enrollment pressure. Get a direct answer from the CFI/CFII who will train with you.