Master Your CFI-A Checkride with Our Required and Special Emphasis Areas Guide

Marcus Gollahon1 min read
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TL;DR

Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor-Airplane (CFI-A) is a significant milestone, but it requires meticulous preparation, especially for the checkride. Our guide offers a comprehensive list of required areas, tasks, and special emphasis items based on the CFI Airplane PTS (Change 6).

Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor-Airplane (CFI-A) is a significant milestone, but it requires meticulous preparation, especially for the checkride. Our guide offers a comprehensive list of required areas, tasks, and special emphasis items based on the CFI Airplane PTS (Change 6).

Why CFI-A Checkride Requirements Matter

The CFI-A checkride is more than just another test; it's a defining moment in your aviation career. Knowing the required areas and special emphasis items is critical for both your success and the quality of instruction you'll offer future pilots.

CFI-A Checkride Required and Special Emphasis Areas

Here's an overview of what you can expect:

Required Areas

  • Fundamentals of Instruction
  • Technical Subject Areas
  • Preflight Preparation
  • Preflight Procedures

Special Emphasis Areas

  • Risk Management
  • Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
  • Runway Incursion Avoidance
  • Collision Avoidance

Download the Complete Guide

For detailed insights into each required and special emphasis area, download our CFI-A Checkride Required and Special Emphasis Areas PDF generously provided by Ryan Binns.

Equip yourself with this comprehensive guide to excel in your CFI-A checkride and become a valuable asset to the aviation community.

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