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Chief Flight Instructor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Chief Flight Instructor Aviators Flight Academy, a leading Part 141 flight school located in Van Nuys, California, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Flight Instructor. As the cornerstone of ...

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Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Durant, OK · On-site

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor SUMMARY The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor assists the Chief Flight Instructor in providing oversight of daily flight training operations in addition to ...

Epic Aircraft

Flight Instructor

Bend, OR · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

WHAT YOU'LL DO As a member of the Flight Department, the Flight Instructor will instruct in and ... p.m.occasional weekends and/or event support as needed Salary Range: $80-$115k Annually DOE ...

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Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Durant, OK · On-site

The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor assists the Chief Flight Instructor in providing oversight of daily flight training operations in addition to representing the program's interests in the ...

Vectored Approach

Flight Instructor

Austin, TX · On-site

$46 - $55/hr

Position Overview As a Flight Instructor at Vectored Approach, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of aviators through hands-on, high-quality instruction. We are seeking ...

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How much do weekend flight instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend 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 a weekend flight instructor?

A Weekend Flight Instructor is a certified flight instructor (CFI) who provides flying lessons primarily on weekends. This role is ideal for instructors who have a full-time job elsewhere or prefer a flexible schedule. Responsibilities include teaching flight maneuvers, conducting ground instruction, and ensuring student pilots meet safety and regulatory standards. Weekend Flight Instructors typically work with student pilots pursuing private, commercial, or other pilot certifications.

What does a weekend flight instructor do?

As a Weekend Flight Instructor, your schedule is typically concentrated on Saturdays and Sundays, with lessons planned throughout the day to accommodate students who are balancing flight training with weekday commitments. Most instructors manage multiple students, dividing time between pre-flight briefings, in-flight instruction, and post-flight debriefs. Lessons are usually tailored to each student's progress and may include ground school segments, simulator sessions, and real-world flight time. You will often collaborate with other instructors and administrative staff to coordinate aircraft availability and manage training documentation. This structure allows you to maximize instructional time and provide focused, individualized training within the constraints of a weekend-only role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend flight instructor?

To thrive as a Weekend Flight Instructor, you need a certified pilot’s license with instructor credentials, strong aviation knowledge, and a solid record of safe flying. Familiarity with aircraft systems, flight simulators, and digital aviation logbooks or scheduling tools is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and motivational skills help create a positive learning environment for student pilots. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring safety, effective training, and fostering student success during condensed weekend instruction sessions.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Flight Instructor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,620 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Durant, OK • On-site

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist the Chief Flight Instructor in overseeing daily flight training operations and ensuring compliance with FAA and university standards.

  • Support the mentoring, supervision, and standardization of flight instructors, and assist with instructor selection, onboarding, and training.

  • Conduct stage checks, end of course exams, and serve as an academic adviser to students.

Job description

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

SUMMARY

The Assistant Chief Flight Instructor assists the Chief Flight Instructor in providing oversight of daily flight training operations in addition to representing the program's interests in the classroom and, on university-level, industry level, and department-level workgroups and committees. The position is expected to maintain a classroom teaching load that is consistent with university policy and departmental needs. The Assistant Professor/Assistant Chief Flight Instructor is considered by the Federal Aviation Administration to be a key stakeholder who may act in behalf of the Chief Flight Instructor when needed. This position reports to the Chief Flight Instructor/Operations Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

         Supports the Chief Flight Instructor with the mentoring and supervision of Senior and Staff Flight Instructors, standardization and standards enhancement, and general supervision of flight training operations.

         Supports the Chief Flight Instructor with regulatory compliance, safety standards, training standards per 14 CFR Part 141. 

         Maintain a classroom teaching load consistent with university policy and departmental needs.

         Assist the Chief Flight Instructor with those duties and responsibilities as outlined in 14 CFR Part 141.85.

         Serve on university-level, industry level, and departmental level workgroups and committees.

         Assist the Chief Flight Instructor with the oversee of initial selection, onboarding, upgrade training, and transition training for all instructor pilots.

         Responsible for conducting and administering stage checks and end of course exams in accordance with 14 CFR Part 141.

         Serves as an Academic Adviser.

         Maintain currency to operational and industry standards.

         Accomplish safe, efficient and customer satisfying flight training that complies with university and FAA standards.

         Work with community outreach programs, the ASI, and internal university departments to coordinate special events highlighting the flight training department and flight training programs.

         Promote the Southeastern Aviation SMS program with all students and flight instructors.

         Assist the Chief Flight Instructor in ensuring flight curriculum is current to industry standard.

         Responsible for assigning students to appropriate flight instructors for flight courses and maintaining appropriate flight instructor student loads.

         Assist in providing Senior and Staff Flight Instructors tools to be used in daily flight training operations to ensure standard training to flight students.

         May be asked to serve as faculty advisor to various student organizations.

         Other duties as assigned by the Chief Flight Instructor.

 

ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (FUNCTIONS, DUTIES)

         Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended upon to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time. Employee can be depended on to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.

         Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the university.

         Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the university. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain a constructive working environment.

         Safety: The employee works safely, attends safety training offered/required, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations. In relation to level of NIMs training completed, participates in incident management preparation and performs incident duties as assigned.

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