Chief Flight Instructor

Job type
Full Time
Category
Instructor
Position
Instructor
Aircraft
Not Specified Not Specified
Certificates
FAA CFI, FAA CPL
Posted
October 19, 2026

Position Summary

The Chief Flight Instructor is responsible for overseeing all flight training activities, ensuring compliance with FAA Part 141.35 requirements, managing instructors, and maintaining instructional standards.

Schedule

  • Not specified

Responsibilities

  • Maintain flight currency and proficiency as an instructor
  • Prepare flight training syllabus, lesson plans, scheduling, and student training records
  • Conduct academic and classroom instruction on flight tasks, maneuvers, and aircraft systems
  • Maintain flight training records in accordance with regulations and local guidance
  • Conduct pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight briefings
  • Ensure all operations are conducted safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures
  • Conduct meetings with FAA Aviation Safety Inspector and take required check rides
  • Other duties as assigned by the Site Manager

Requirements

  • High School Graduate
  • Graduate of Commercial Pilot Certificate program (military or civilian)
  • Current Class II Medical Flight Physical
  • 2000 hours as PIC
  • More than 1.5 years’ direct experience as a Certified Flight Instructor or 1500 hours dual given
  • Meets FAA Part 141.35 Chief Flight Instructor requirements

Preferred Qualifications

  • Not specified

Benefits

  • Not specified

Compensation

  • Base salary not specified