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Psa Airlines

Inflight Training Instructor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Responsibilities Position Summary The Inflight Training Instructor is responsible for the delivery ... Deliver Flight Attendant Training program material(s) in a clear, logical, and organized manner ...

PSA Airlines

Inflight Training Instructor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Responsibilities Position Summary The Inflight Training Instructor is responsible for the delivery ... Deliver Flight Attendant Training program material(s) in a clear, logical, and organized manner ...

Republic Airways

Inflight Instructor

Carmel, IN · On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

Job Category: Inflight POSITION PURPOSE Facilitates the Company's approved Inflight training ... Participates in annual Flight Attendant recurrent and Instructor recurrent training to maintain ...

Republic Airways

Inflight Instructor

Carmel, IN · On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

Job Category: Inflight POSITION PURPOSE Facilitates the Company's approved Inflight training ... Participates in annual Flight Attendant recurrent and Instructor recurrent training to maintain ...

Metrea LLC

Lead Training Captain

Temecula, CA · On-site

$195K - $215K/yr

Mentor and supervise instructor pilots. * Manage simulator and flight training resources ... Provide ground, simulator, and inflight instruction aboard a KC-135R/RG and C-135FR aircraft as ...

Leidos

LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ

$87K - $157K/yr

... flight training , simulation instruction , and schoolhouse support across the One Army School ... You will provide inflight instruction on LUH72A aircraft, lead instructor qualification courses ...

Breeze Airways

Manage and oversee Pilot and Flight Attendant Scheduling Specialists.* Oversee the development and implementation of student, instructor and device schedules for Pilot training and Inflight training.

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How much do inflight flight instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for inflight flight instructor in the United States is $94,620.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an inflight flight instructor?

Inflight Flight Instructors are certified pilots responsible for teaching student pilots how to operate aircraft safely and effectively while in the air. They provide hands-on instruction during actual flight, covering maneuvers, emergency procedures, navigation, and communication. Inflight Flight Instructors ensure students gain the practical experience and skills needed to meet licensing requirements and become safe, competent pilots. Their role is critical in preparing future pilots for solo flights and eventual certification.

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

To thrive as an Inflight Flight Instructor, you need extensive piloting experience, an FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate, and in-depth knowledge of aviation regulations and procedures. Familiarity with flight simulators, electronic flight bags, and advanced avionics systems is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and situational awareness are crucial soft skills for effectively teaching and ensuring student safety. These skills and qualifications are vital for delivering high-quality instruction, maintaining safety standards, and building competent, confident pilots.

What are some common challenges inflight flight instructors face when training new pilots, and how are these typically addressed?

Inflight Flight Instructors often encounter challenges such as varying skill levels among trainees, adapting lessons to different learning styles, and managing time effectively within strict flight schedules. To address these issues, instructors use tailored training plans, provide additional resources or simulator sessions as needed, and maintain clear communication to ensure student progress. Collaboration with other instructors and debriefing sessions also help in sharing best practices and overcoming instructional hurdles.

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Infographic showing various Inflight Flight Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,620 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

CFI-Student Worker

Bakersfield, CA • On-site

California Aeronautical University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 5 - 10K employees
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Job description


SUMMARY: The Certificated Flight Instructor provides flight instruction including preflight and post flight briefings to Flight Students as assigned. The primary responsibilities are to ensure quality of instruction and student progress for flight students enrolled in flight lab courses for private pilot, instrument, commercial, certificated flight instructor, certificated flight instructor-instrument, and multi engine in accordance with CAU’s Part 61/141 courses and training syllabi.


This position ensures that the student and University’s interests for meeting course objectives and progress goals are met. These interests include standardized instruction, student scheduling, record keeping and most importantly contributing to an environment that offers an overall safe operation. The position influences on time student progress through properly scheduling students, instructing flight lessons including pre-briefs, inflight and de-briefs. The CFI will endorse student records as appropriate. The position follows and manages accountabilities with all CAU rules and regulations, to include CAU Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Flight Information Files (FIF’s) and upholds the philosophy and mission of CAU while instilling a positive and progressive attitude in all students.


JOB REQUIREMENTS include but are not limited to the following:


COMPLIANCE:

•    Responsible for compliance with all local, state, accreditation, and federal regulations

•    Ensure completeness, accuracy, and security of flight operation records, documents, and reports

•    Ensure and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

•    Responsible for complete and accurate timekeeping


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

•    Conduct all duties and responsibilities ethically and professionally

•    Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards in education

•    Conduct all duties and responsibilities to achieve a win-win situation for students and the University

•    Responsible for 1-10 students as assigned

•    Manage student progress and completion goals according to the academic term schedule/calendar (Roadmap)

•    Ensure student flight scheduling is pacing to meet the term course objectives (minimum 2 activities per week)

•    Conduct flight instruction lessons to meet University and ACS standards

•    Ensures Compliance with University course syllabi (Academic)

•    Ensures Compliance with University approved Training Course Outline (FAA) lessons in Talon ETA

•    Ensures Compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

•    Ensures accurate flight records for each student (currency, qualifications, and other flight related records)

•    Record lesson notes as required in Talon ETA

•    Report and manage student attendance as required

•    Motivate students to accomplish flight lab course goals

•    Manage student relationships to ensure maximum effectiveness

•    Recommend student corrective action plans

•    Attend team meetings as required

•    Report safety issues using University Safety Management System (SMS) WBAT

•    Other duties as assigned