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Lynn University

Chief Flight Instructor

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

The Chief Flight Instructor is also responsible for required aircraft maintenance and compliance with all service directories and recurring service and inspections. The Chief Flight Instructor will ...

Lynn University

The Chief Flight Instructor is also responsible for required aircraft maintenance and compliance with all service directories and recurring service and inspections. The Chief Flight Instructor will ...

AVIATORS INC

Chief Flight Instructor

Reseda, CA · On-site

Chief Flight Instructor - Aviators Flight Academy, Van Nuys, CA Lead and Innovate in Aviation Training at a Part 141 Flight School Aviators Flight Academy, a leading Part 141 flight school located in ...

Marshall University

Flight Instructor

Huntington, WV

$38K - $50K/yr

... Chief Flight Instructor. This is a l2-month clinical faculty position. Marshall University is a ... Salary Type Salary Time Type Full-Time Work Location Yeager International Airport Qualifications ...

Gleim

Part 141 Chief Flight Instructor

Gainesville, FL · On-site

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 ...

Gleim

Part 141 Chief Flight Instructor

Gainesville, FL · Remote

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 ...

Marshall University

Flight Instructor

Huntington, WV · On-site

$38K - $50K/yr

Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall ... Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time chief flight instructor in the United States is $127,815.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,000.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Chief Flight Instructor vs Flight Instructor?

AspectFull Time Chief Flight InstructorFlight Instructor
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), often additional endorsementsPrivate Pilot License, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Work EnvironmentLeads flight training programs, manages instructors, oversees safetyProvides flight training to students, conducts individual lessons
Employer & Industry UsageFlight schools, aviation academies, flight training organizationsFlight schools, flying clubs, training organizations

The main difference is that a Full Time Chief Flight Instructor holds a leadership role, overseeing training programs and managing staff, while a Flight Instructor primarily focuses on delivering flight training to students. The Chief Flight Instructor typically has more certifications and experience, and works in a supervisory capacity within flight training organizations.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Chief Flight Instructor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% As Needed, 40% Full Time, and 40% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,815 per year, or $61.4 per hour.
Chief Flight Instructor

Chief Flight Instructor

Lynn University

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Summary:
The Burton D. Morgan College of Aeronautics Chief Flight Instructor is responsible for the safe conduct of flight and ground training operations under CFR Part 61, 91, and 141. The Chief Flight Instructor is also responsible for required aircraft maintenance and compliance with all service directories and recurring service and inspections. The Chief Flight Instructor will coordinate ground training instruction as required to ensure students enrolled in flying training are adequately prepared for daily flight and ground operations. In coordination with the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor and the Flight Schedule Coordinator, the Chief Flight Instructor will ensure students are meeting the required flight courses, in the proper sequence, to graduate with their Bachelor of Science degree.
Job Description:
Essential duties and responsibilities
  • Chief liaison to local FAA Flight Standards District Office for CFR Part 141 certificate requirements.
  • FAA-designated Chief Pilot for Private, Instrument, Commercial, and CFI flight training programs.
  • Responsible for safe flight and ground operations of all Lynn University aircraft.
  • In conjunction with the Director of Maintenance, shares responsibility for compliance with all maintenance requirements for Lynn University aircraft.
  • Responsible for holding monthly ground safety training sessions for all Lynn University flight students, staff, and instructors.
  • Responsible for standardization of flight instructor and student training.
  • In conjunction with the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor and Flight Schedule Coordinator, oversee the schedule for daily flights, stage checks, end-of-course evaluations, and checkrides.
  • Duties as assigned

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
  • FAA Certified Flight Instructor Rating, including Instrument
  • Multi-Engine Instructor Rating
  • FAA Part 141 regulations

Minimum qualifications
  • 2000 hours Pilot-In-Command
  • 1000 hours dual flight instruction given, with at least 3 years as a Flight Instructor; or 1500 hours dual given
  • 3 to 5 years as a Part 141 Assistant Chief or Chief Flight Instructor, or similar experience required

Preferred qualifications
  • FAA Examining Authority
  • A 4-year degree in Aviation or related field and/or 4 to 10 years' relevant experience in a flight training facility.
  • Airline Transport Pilot rating

Accreditation and equal opportunity
Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu, or +1 561-237-7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn University
Americans with Disabilities Act
Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreport
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