CFI in 7 days

Accelerated CFI Training: Become a Certified Flight Instructor in Just 7 Days

Are you ready to take your aviation career to new heights? Our 7-Day Accelerated CFI Training Program at Centennial Airport (KAPA) is designed to transform you into a confident, competent Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) in just one week. Say goodbye to the slow, drawn-out process of traditional CFI training and embrace a fast, focused, and effective path to earning your CFI certificate. Whether you train in our state-of-the-art aircraft or your own plane, our intensive program ensures you’re fully prepared to pass your CFI checkride and start teaching the next generation of pilots.

Why Choose Our 7-Day Accelerated CFI Training?

The journey to becoming a CFI is often long, fragmented, and frustrating. Traditional training programs can stretch over months, draining your time, energy, and motivation. Scheduling conflicts, inconsistent instruction, and slow progress can make you feel like you’re stuck on the ground. Why endure the pain of a prolonged process when you can achieve your goal in just 7 days?

Our accelerated program is built for aspiring instructors who want results—fast. With a structured curriculum, expert instructors, and an immersive training environment, we streamline your path to success. You’ll master the skills, knowledge, and teaching techniques required to ace your CFI checkride, all while building confidence and efficiency.

Program Overview: What You’ll Learn in 7 Days

Our 7-day program is an intensive, comprehensive training experience that prepares you for both the oral exam and flight portion of the CFI checkride, as outlined in the FAA’s Airman Certification Standards (ACS). Here’s what you’ll cover:

Ground Training: Master the Art of Teaching

Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI): Learn the principles of effective instruction, including learning theories, teaching methods, lesson planning, and managing student behavior.
Aeronautical Knowledge: Dive deep into technical subjects like aerodynamics, aircraft systems, weather, navigation, regulations, and performance calculations.
Teaching Scenarios: Practice delivering clear, engaging lessons on topics such as stalls, steep turns, cross-country planning, and emergency procedures.
Checkride Preparation: Hone your ability to explain complex concepts, correct student errors, and handle scenario-based questions from examiners.
Lesson Plan Development: Create professional lesson plans tailored to different types of students, from beginners to advanced pilots.

Flight Training: 3 Hours Per Day of Hands-On Instruction

You’ll receive an average of 3 hours of flight training per day (totaling approximately 21 hours over the week), ensuring you’re proficient in flying and teaching simultaneously. The flight portion focuses on:

Private and Commercial Pilot Maneuvers: Demonstrate and teach maneuvers like steep turns, stalls, slow flight, ground reference maneuvers, chandelles, lazy eights, and power-off 180° accuracy landings.
Takeoffs and Landings: Master normal, crosswind, short-field, and soft-field techniques while teaching proper procedures.
Emergency Procedures: Practice and teach engine-out scenarios, emergency descents, and simulated instrument conditions.
Navigation and Decision-Making: Conduct cross-country flights, diversions, and scenario-based training to develop instructional judgment.
Checkride Simulation: Perform mock checkrides to refine your ability to fly to Commercial Pilot standards while teaching and correcting simulated student errors.

Flexible Aircraft Options: Fly Our Fleet or Yours

We offer a modern, well-maintained fleet to suit your training needs:

Cessna 172: A reliable, forgiving platform for teaching fundamentals.
Cessna 182: A high-performance option for advanced training.
Piper Cherokee: A classic low-wing aircraft for diverse experience.
Diamond DA40: A sleek, modern aircraft with advanced avionics.
Cirrus SR20/SR22: State-of-the-art technology with glass cockpits and parachute systems for a cutting-edge training experience.

Bring Your Own Plane: Prefer to train in your own aircraft? No problem! Our instructors will work with you in your plane, ensuring familiarity and comfort during training.

Convenient Location and Amenities

Train at Centennial Airport (KAPA)

Located in the heart of Colorado, Centennial Airport offers a dynamic training environment with diverse weather, terrain, and airspace. We provide:

Housing Options: Comfortable accommodations near the airport for an immersive training experience.
Airport Transportation: We can arrange transport to and from Centennial Airport, so you can focus on your training.

We Come to You

Can’t make it to Centennial? Our expert instructors will travel to your location for the 7-day program, bringing the same high-quality training to your home airport. Train in familiar surroundings with the same intensive curriculum and personalized attention.

Why Slow Training Hurts

Traditional CFI training can take months, leaving you frustrated and disconnected. The drawbacks include:

Lost Momentum: Long gaps between lessons make it hard to retain knowledge and skills.
Scheduling Hassles: Coordinating with instructors and aircraft availability can delay progress.
Burnout: Prolonged training can sap your enthusiasm and drain your resources.
Delayed Career Start: The longer it takes to earn your CFI, the longer you wait to build hours and advance your career.

Our 7-day accelerated program eliminates these pain points. With a focused schedule, dedicated instructors, and a distraction-free environment, you’ll stay engaged and progress rapidly toward your CFI certificate.

Who Should Enroll?

This program is ideal for:

Commercial pilots ready to earn their CFI certificate.
Aspiring instructors seeking a fast, efficient path to certification.
Career builders to the airline: Getting your CFI is the best and most cost efficient way to get to the airlines.
Pilots who want personalized, high-intensity training to maximize success.

Take the First Step Toward Your CFI Certificate

Don’t let a slow, drawn-out training process hold you back. Our 7-Day Accelerated CFI Training Program equips you with the skills, confidence, and expertise to pass your checkride and start teaching. Whether you train in our modern fleet at Centennial Airport or in your own plane at your home airport, we’re here to help you soar.

Ready to get started? Contact us today to schedule your 7-day CFI training or learn more about pricing and availability.

Pricing: $800 per day. Airplane cost is separate.

We can also assist in finding a DPE for the checkride.