"Aviation Flight Trainer"

Class Description

The Aviation Flight Trainer is responsible for providing in-flight airplane and helicopter instruction in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations parts 61 and 141, CCBC Flight Training Policies, and assigned Flight Training Center and airport procedures. Acts as pilot in command during training flights, endorses student pilots for solo and cross country flight operations, and recommends students for FAA knowledge testing and flight evaluations.

Minimum Requirements

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Instructor requirements:

FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI). Proof of medical eligibility with either a FAA Medical Certificate or Basic Medical Course Completion.

CFI-Instrument (CFII) preferred, CFI-Multi-Engine desirable. FAA Third Class Medical Certificate or higher required.

Education requirements:

Associates Degree preferred; experience as a US military or Airline Flight Instructor a plus.

Class Specific Essential Duties

1. Coordinates with the Aviation Program Director for student flight training requirements.
2. Maintains student records and keeps student logbooks current. Tracks student progress towards desired FAA pilot certificate requirements.
3. Ensures that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by all assigned students as stipulated in the applicable Training Course Outline.
4. Instructs students on proper aircraft pre-flight procedures, flight planning, weather avoidance, and aeronautical decision making.
5. Endorses students for solo and cross country flight operations.
6. Instructs students on pilotage, dead-reckoning, radio navigation techniques, and required flight maneuvers.
7. Promotes an environment of professionalism and a positive safety culture.
8. Monitor the maintenance condition of training aircraft and inform the Flight Training Center and CCBC of any questionable issues.
9. Recommend curriculum and courseware improvements when appropriate and develop new curriculum or courseware as assigned. Perform other administrative duties as required.

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