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Instrument instructor CFII training in Miami
Add an instrument rating to your flight instructor certificate and teach pilots to fly in the clouds. CFIIs are in demand and log more varied, valuable flight time.
Flight instructor certificate required
Instrument Rating required
Instrument instructor knowledge test
FAA practical test
Teach instrument flying
The CFII rating lets you give instrument training and endorse students for the Instrument Rating knowledge test and checkride. It also prepares you to give Instrument Proficiency Checks to rated pilots.
- Give instrument flight and ground training
- Endorse students for the Instrument Rating
- Conduct Instrument Proficiency Checks
- Teach more students and fly more often
- Strengthen your own IFR skills
Not a CFI yet? Start with CFI training.
How CFII training is structured
You will refine your instrument skills and learn to teach them clearly to students.
Instrument teaching knowledge
Prepare lesson plans for instrument topics and pass the FII knowledge test.
Right-seat IFR flying
Fly approaches, holds and partial-panel procedures while teaching from the right seat.
Teaching scenarios
Practice handling common student errors and real IFR decision making.
Checkride preparation
Mock checkrides on the ground and in the air before your FAA practical test.
More students, better opportunities
More students
Teach both VFR and instrument students and keep your schedule full.
Real IFR time
Log valuable instrument experience in Miami airspace.
Hiring advantage
Many flight schools prefer instructors who hold the CFII.
Airline readiness
Strong instrument skills prepare you for airline training.
Complete your instructor ratings
Flight Instructor
Earn your CFI and start teaching student pilots.
Multi-Engine Instructor
Instruct in twin-engine aircraft and log valuable multi time.
Flight Review / IPC
Stay current and proficient with a structured review.
In most cases, yes. The CFII is an instrument rating added to your flight instructor certificate, so most pilots earn the CFI first.
Yes. You must pass the FAA Instrument Flight Instructor (FII) knowledge test before your practical test.
Because it builds on skills you already have, CFII training is usually shorter than the CFI. Your timeline depends on your instrument proficiency and preparation.
Yes. A CFII can conduct IPCs for instrument-rated pilots, which adds variety to your instructing.
Teach pilots to fly in the clouds
Request information and an advisor will plan your CFII training around your schedule.
- 10280 10th St, Miami, FL 33172
- Advising in English and Spanish