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Chief Flight Instructor

Belgrade, MT · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

This role partners closely with the Assistant Chief Instructor and serves as a primary liaison with university leadership and regulatory agencies. Key Duties: * Oversee daily flight training ...

This role partners closely with the Assistant Chief Instructor and serves as a primary liaison with university leadership and regulatory agencies. Key Duties: * Oversee daily flight training ...

The Certified Flight Instructor helps maintain quality instruction across the flight school by providing student training, consistent record keeping, and other duties as assigned by the Chief Flight ...

Part 141 Chief Flight Instructor with Gleim, Inc. in Gainesville, Florida. Teach aviation knowledge to students across the nation utilizing our Online Ground School program, helping them prepare ...

Part 141 Chief Flight Instructor with Gleim, Inc. in Gainesville, Florida. Teach aviation knowledge to students across the nation utilizing our Online Ground School program, helping them prepare ...

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 ...

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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What are the primary responsibilities of an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor on a typical day?

An Assistant Chief Flight Instructor typically oversees and supports flight instructors, conducts student progress evaluations, and ensures adherence to training standards and safety protocols. Responsibilities may also include scheduling training flights, providing advanced instruction, running ground school sessions, and helping maintain training records. You'll work closely with the chief flight instructor, students, and staff to ensure efficient training operations. Collaboration and hands-on involvement are common, allowing you to make a direct impact on the quality and safety of the instruction provided.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor position, and why are they important?

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.

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Instructor - Chief Flight Instructor

Louisiana Community and Technical College System

Lake Charles, LA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Instructor - Chief Flight Instructor
Job no: 495441
Work type: Faculty Full-Time
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Categories: Workforce Development & Education
College: SOWELA
Department: Workforce Development
Sub department:
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month
Salary:
Duties and Responsibilities: • Daily management of 14 CFR Part 61 and 141 operations and compliance with all applicable FAA and LCTCS regulations.
• Conduct student stage checks, progress checks, and end-of-course evaluations as required by the Training Course Outlines (TCOs).
• Provide high-quality ground and flight instruction to students under both 14 CFR Part 141 and Part 61 training programs.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate flight instructors to ensure standardized training delivery and professional development.
• Maintain accurate and timely training records in compliance with FAA and institutional documentation requirements.
• Coordinate flight training schedules and ensure efficient aircraft and instructor utilization.
• Assist with Safety Management System (SMS) oversight, safety briefings, and program audits.
• Participate in curriculum review, instructional improvement, and integration of emerging aviation technology.
• Support recruitment, outreach, and industry partnership efforts to expand the aviation program's impact in Southwest Louisiana.
• Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all training activities.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Education: • Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, or related field.
Required Experience: • Minimum of:
o 1000 hours of pilot in command.
o Flight training experience either as a CFI or military pilot consisting of:
• - 1.5 years and a total of 500 flight hours; or
• - 750 flight hours.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Pass a knowledge test on teaching methods, Aeronautical Information Manual, provisions of 14 CFR Part 61, 91, and 141, and Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI and CFII standards and proficiency on the flight procedures and maneuvers.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor will split time between office, classroom, and flight line environments. Duties may require occasional evening or weekend work and flexibility based on flight operations, weather, and student scheduling. The position involves exposure to typical aviation conditions, including aircraft noise and outdoor weather variations.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Private Pilot
• Instrument
• Commercial
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
• Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII)
• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.
Preferred Education: • Master's degree in Aviation, Education, or related discipline preferred.
Preferred Experience: • FAA Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) rating.
• Experience teaching in a collegiate or structured flight training program.
• Prior experience supervising or standardizing flight instructors.
• Familiarity with flight scheduling and recordkeeping systems (e.g., Flight Schedule Pro, Talon, ETA, or similar).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Advertised: 31 Mar 2026 Central Daylight Time
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