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Flight Instructor
License Description To obtain certification as a Flight Instructor, the individual must hold either a Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot certificate with appropriate aircraft and instrument ratings. Training is required as well as experience in the type of aircraft being rated. This license is valid for 2 years and may be renewed by one of several options, such as passing a practical test, documenting student success, or taking a refresher course. More details can be found at web sites: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/cfrhtml_00/Title_14/14cfr61_00.html, parts 61.181-61.199, www.faa.gov/avr/afs/acs/61-65d.pdf, and http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/airmen_FAQ.
Licensing Agency
Federal Aviation Administration
800 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20591
(202) 287 3484
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 01/01/2010
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