Certified Flight Instructor CFII

Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII)

Teach Instrument Flight

The CFII rating allows you to teach instrument flying, adding a valuable skill set for those looking to instruct under instrument flight rules. This advanced instructor rating expands your teaching capabilities and increases your value as a flight instructor in the aviation industry.

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FAA Training Requirements

The FAA requires:

No minimum flight time requirement for CFII certification
Practical training typically requires 17 hours of flight and 15 hours of ground
Written test: Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane (CFII)
Comprehensive ground training covering instrument instruction methods
Practical test demonstrating instrument instructional proficiency

Prerequisites

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

How Training Works at Dobbs Flight Service

Ground School Phase

To alleviate large overruns or ground instruction fees, we have an online ground school through our partnership with Gold Seal. However, in-person lesson presentations with your instructor will be necessary to gain the necessary knowledge and experience for the check ride. Upon completion of ground school, you'll take your FAA written test (CFII), which is a prerequisite to take your check ride.

Flight Training Phase

After passing your written test, you'll begin CFII flight training focused on instrument teaching techniques and instruction methods. Flight training is proficiency-based, and your success depends on consistent practice. Therefore, once training starts, we require you to attend flight training three times per week to maintain momentum and ensure efficient progress toward your certificate. After you meet FAA standards, you will take your check ride just like the PPL.

What's Included in Your Training Quote

Our CFI program quote includes:

Pre and post-flight briefings for every lesson
17 hours of flight training focused on instrument instruction techniques
15 hours of ground instruction

In-person lesson presentations with your instructor
Wet fuel rates included
Designated Pilot Examiner fees covered

Transparent Pricing
Philosophy

We believe in straightforward pricing. This quote includes the necessary flight and ground training to meet CFII certification requirements. Our approach minimizes the risk of cost overruns common with ground-heavy training programs.
No surprise fees or hidden costs—these create unnecessary barriers to completing your CFII Certificate. Our upfront pricing approach eliminates financial uncertainty throughout your training.

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Investment in Your Aviation Future

Total Program Cost:

(C172): $6,645.5

This all-inclusive pricing ensures no surprise fees or hidden costs throughout your training journey.

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Ready to Start Flying?

Earn your CFII Certificate with Central Florida's flight training program. Our experienced instructors and personalized approach will help you achieve your CFII Certificate efficiently and safely Contact us today to advance your aviation journey!

Not ready yet? Contact us with questions—we’re happy to walk you through it.

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Courses

Private Pilot Instrument Rating Commercial Pilot Certificate Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII)

Location

We operate out of Shelt Air at Lakeland Linder International Airport. 3440 Airfield Dr W, Lakeland, FL 33811

Email us at:

trainingsupport@dobbsflightservice.com

Certified Flight InstructorInstrument (CFII)