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Assistant Chief Flight Instructor Jobs in Minnesota

North Star Aviation

Check Instructor

Mankato, MN · On-site

$44K - $50K/yr

Attend meetings as scheduled by the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Standards). Be an ambassador to safety by following applicable FOM procedures, file reports using the current safety reporting ...

North Star Aviation

Check Instructor

Mankato, MN · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

... the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Standards). • Be an ambassador to safety by following applicable FOM procedures, file reports using the current safety reporting system, attend periodic ...

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How much do assistant chief flight instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant chief flight instructor in Minnesota is $69,318.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,410.00 and $72,385.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant chief flight instructor?

To thrive as an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor, you need extensive flight experience, strong instructional abilities, and relevant credentials such as FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and often CFII or MEI ratings. Familiarity with flight training management software, aircraft scheduling systems, and proficiency with flight simulators are typically required. Excellent leadership, mentorship, communication, and problem-solving skills set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure the safe and effective training of student pilots, smooth operation of the flight school, and strong support of the chief flight instructor.

What does an assistant chief flight instructor do?

An Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (ACFI) supports the Chief Flight Instructor in managing flight training operations at a flight school. They help oversee instructor performance, ensure compliance with aviation regulations, and assist in curriculum development. Additionally, they may conduct flight and ground training, evaluate student progress, and ensure safety standards are met. Their role is crucial in maintaining high-quality training and fostering a safe learning environment for aspiring pilots.

How much do assistant chief flight instructors make?

Assistant chief flight instructors typically earn between $30,000 and $50,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the flight school. They often hold certifications such as Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and may receive additional pay for supervisory duties or hours flown.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Chief Flight Instructor job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,318 per year, or $33.3 per hour.

Check Instructor

North Star Aviation

Mankato, MN • On-site

$44K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Description

Purpose:

To ensure safe flight practices by maintaining training standards through stage checks and lesson observations. Check Airmen will also provide mentorship to our students in a safe and comfortable environment and work together with instructors to overcome challenges in the learning process. Our Check Airmen work to ensure compliance with applicable Transportation Security Administration (TSA) procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and North Star Aviation policy in respect to training students and conducting stage checks. 


Tasks:

Ensure safety of flight

Conduct stage checks in a professional manner and uphold the standards of North Star Aviation's Training Course Outlines.

Provide thorough, productive, and constructive debriefs to students and their instructors after completion of a stage check event.

Prescribe re-training requirements following Unsatisfactory Stage Check events.

Observe flight and ground lessons conducted by other flight instructors when stage checks cancel.

Help improve quality of training by noting trends and raising awareness of items to be worked on with Flight Instructors.

Attend meetings as scheduled by the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Standards).

Be an ambassador to safety by following applicable FOM procedures, file reports using the current safety reporting system, attend periodic safety meetings, and maintain a general safety mindset.

Ensure student records are kept in an orderly and accurate manner. 

Periodically audit all records pertaining to students in their care and correct any errors while following applicable NSA procedures. 

Work in conjunction with assigned scheduler to ensure adequate student progress towards applicable flight lab completion deadlines.  Student progress is a shared responsibility. Schedulers ensure "quantity" of lessons, and Flight Instructors ensure "quality" of lessons.


EEO/AAP/Drug Free Workplace

Requirements

  1. Physical Demands:
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. routinely and up to 100 lbs. occasionally
  • Frequent work in small places, extreme temperatures, heights above six feet and noisy environments.

Education & Experience:

Must hold CFI, CFI-I, and MEI and meet the pilot-in-command recent flight experience requirements of FAR 61.57

Must be able to comply with the NSA Flight Operations Manual and FAR 141.37.

Possesses unblemished flight record

Having signed off at least one student in each TCO is preferred, but not required.

Must have evaluation and debrief skills.

Must be able to relate to instructors and students.

Strong consideration will be given to candidates with substantial dual given hours and a high number of students instructed in Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Instructor Part 61 and 141 TCOs, with particular emphasis on their pass rates.

Additional experience relevant to performing the duties of a check airman will be highly valued.

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