- 1847+ Happy Graduates
- Located in Lodi, California w/On-site Housing
- Save up to 40% vs Other CFI Schools
Be a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) in 3 Weeks or Less
- 3 week accelerated CFI course
- Personalized lesson plan & coaching
- 100% Checkride pass rate within 3 weeks
From $5,000 | Next cohort starts Jan 21, 2019
Upcoming CFI Course Schedule
- January 21, 2019
- February 4, 2019
- February 18, 2019
- March 4, 2019
Maximum 8 students per class. Interested in enrolling in multiple courses (e.g. CFII, MEI)? Talk to an admissions adviser about your goals to craft a custom learning path to help you keep your costs low.
100% Checkride Pass Rate Within 3 Weeks
When you know the ‘why’ and can explain the ‘why’ – you gain deep understanding beyond just temporary memorization. You’ll be prepared to pass your CFI Checkride within 3 weeks because you will learn the why behind everything CFI. That’s why 100% of our students pass their Checkride within 3 weeks.
- On-site DPE examiners available right you complete your course so that you can take your Checkride during the 3rd week instead of waiting months.
THE CFI Academy difference
Personalized Lesson Plans and Coaching
Just as a fitness coach customizes your workout, monitors your daily progress and makes adjustments on the fly - we do the same for your CFI training.
Learn the 'Why' Behind Everything
Other schools teach you to memorize just enough to pass your test. We teach the 'why' behind flight, safety, and regulations so that you retain that knowledge for life.
Explain the 'Why'
Your training at CFI Academy is not done until you can explain the 'why' of flight, safety, and regulations to a 9 year old in plain simple language.
Training at Your Own Pace
You can take the accelerated route in finish your CFI training in little as two weeks or you can take up to six weeks to go through the course at no additional cost aside from room and boarding.
Turn Weaknesses into Strengths
Your instructor works with to you identify weaknesses from your previous pilot training and works with you to fix the knowledge gap so that you leave CFI Academy as an elite pilot and instructor.
Just did my MEI add on for CFI renewal. This school is by far (of the many I’ve seen nationwide) the best experience I’ve ever had. To be clear it is no big soul sucking 141 place – it is a quiet, cozy, well run place that will give you more value than you can imagine. Prince is a dedicated mentor, instructor, guide, and friend who will help you overcome any hurdle you may face in your CFI process.
Adam Webster
CFI Academy graduate
Cost Effective On-Campus Housing
Stay in on-campus dorms, camp in on-campus camp site, or bring your RV/motor-home. There are also many options for off-site hotels and housing nearby.
On-campus Housing
Comfortable single or shared dorms with individual loft bed, desk, chair and storage areas. Also includes a common kitchen, showers, and bathrooms. The cost is just $200/week.
On- Campus Camp Site & RV Access
Bring your RV/motorhome or camp outside and use our bathrooms and showers.
Hotels within a Few Miles
Hotels starting from $80/night are located within a few miles.
What Our Clients Say
You can probably learn just as much anywhere else you go, but I can promise you, you won't be ready to TEACH like you would be after going to CFI Academy.
I spent two and half weeks at CFI Academy. The environment is casual but the material is not. Prince is the lead instructor and the most knowledgeable CFI I've ever met. CFI Academy prepares you for success.
What I love about CFI Academy is that you're taught the why and you have to be able to explain the why. It's challenging but you come out really knowing what you're talking about at a deep level.
Save Up to 40% vs Other CFI Schools
Simple and transparent pricing. No hidden surprises. Ever.
Standard CFI ASE
CFI ASE (Initial Issue) - Single Engine Cessna 172 $ 5000
- CFI Ground School (upto 80 Hours)
- Dual - Right seat CFI Training
- Spin Training - Cessna 172
- Pre-Post briefings and Lesson Plans, Reference Materials
- Rental (2 hours) for CFI ASE Checkride
Standard CFI ASE
CFI ASE (Initial Issue) - Single Engine Arrow $ 6000
- CFI Ground School (upto 80 Hours)
- Dual - Right seat CFI Training
- Spin Training - Cessna 172
- Pre-Post briefings and Lesson Plans, Reference Materials
- Rental (2 hours) for CFI ASE Checkride
Popular
Standard CFI AME
CFI AME (Initial Issue) - Multi Engine $ 6200
- CFI Ground School (upto 80 Hours)
- Dual Beechcraft Duchess (10 Hours) - Right seat CFI Training
- Spin Training - Cessna 172
- Pre-Post briefings and Lesson Plans, Reference Materials
- Rental (2 hours) for CFI ASE Checkride
Additional Costs (as applicable)
$150
$150
Books $100
$100 DFE Fee $800
$800 On-campus Housing for shared room $250/week
$250/week On-campus Housing for single room $400/week
$400/week How to Enroll
Free Consultation
See if CFI Academy is right for you. Talk to an admissions counselor about your goals, learning style, pricing, and areas of focus for your personalized coaching.
Enroll
If you like what we have to offer and we feel you’re a good fit, we’ll get you enrolled in an upcoming CFI course. The entire process takes less than 30 minutes.
Train
We’ll teach you the why behind everything, coach you to overcome any shortcoming from your previous training, and train you to pass your Checkride with confidence.
Let's Talk
Talk with a CFI Academy adviser about your goals and experience to see if we’re a right fit for you and you’re a right fit for us.
Interested in multiple courses? We’ll create a customized learning path to help you minimize your time and costs.
How it works
- Fill out the form
- We’ll call you within 4 hours for a free consultation.
- If you like what we have to offer, we’ll get your enrolled in one of our upcoming courses.
Upcoming CFI Courses
- January 21, 2019
- February 4, 2019
- February 18, 2019
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FAQs
Do you offer financial aid?
There are several ways to finance your CFI training including loans, government assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We’ll help you find the right solution during your free consultation.
do i need TSA Clearance to attend CFI acamedy?
TSA clearance is required for “Pilot” training courses. Flight Instructor is a separate certificate. So, no, TSA clearance is not required for any Flight Instructor rating; CFI, CFII or MEI.
do you accept foreign students?
Yes, we do accept foreign students. Please contact us to talk about your specific immigration status.
What are the prerequisites for CFI?
- A current FAA Commercial Pilot certificate (or ATP) with Airplane Category (ASEL or AMEL)
- A minimum of class III medical certificate, valid. Basic Med is acceptable.
- FIA and FOI exam passed (preferred, but not required), or Ground Instructor in lieu of FOI.