Be a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) in 3 Weeks or Less
- Maximum of 8 students per class
- Personalized lesson plan & coaching to overcome shortcomings from previous training
- 100% transparent pricing - what you see is what you pay
From $5,000
- 1947+ Happy CFI Graduates
- Located in Lodi (Sunny Northern California)
- Save up to 40% vs other CFI schools
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.
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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.
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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.