Flight Instructor - Multi Engine
Note: Due to the lack of available multi-engine training aircraft, Trade Winds Aviation is NOT conducting multi-engine training at this time. This information is provided for reference only. Please contact us about multi-engine training and we can refer you to available resources.
The Multi Engine Instructor Certificate adds multi-engine privileges to your current Certified Flight Instructor Certificate. This add-on can be accomplished with or without instrument instructor privileges, however it is most common to add this rating onto a CFII. Like the CFI and CFII, there are no flight time requirements outside the 3 hours test preparation. The success of this course is largely dependent on your current multi-engine aircraft knowledge, flight proficiency and your ability to teach in a sophisticated and complex aircraft.
Cost
To teach in a multi-engine aircraft it is required by the FAA that you have a minimum of 5 hours of pilot-in-command time in that particular make and model. The costs as outlined below is what Trade Winds believes will make you a safe and competent instructor.
| 10 Hours - Beechcraft Duchess | $176/Hr. | $1760 |
| 10 Hours - Flight Instruction | $46/Hr. | $460 |
| 20 Hours - Ground Instruction | $46/Hr. | $920 |
| Books and Supplies | $50 | |
| Practical Test Fee | $300 | |
| 3 Hours - Beechcraft Duchess for practical test | $176/Hr. | $528 |
| TOTAL COST | $2978 | |
*Note: These times are based on a student who’s both an experienced and current instrument flight instructor and proficient in multi-engine aircraft.
REQUIREMENTS:
61.183 – Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for a Certified Flight Instructor - Multi Engine certificate, a person must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
- Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Privileges or Airline Transport Certificate
- Hold a current Certified Flight Instructor Certificate
- Hold at least a current second class medical certificate.
- Pass a written exam on the on the aeronautical knowledge areas of FAR 61.185 (a) (2) and (a) (3).
- Receive flight training and a logbook endorsement from an authorized instructor who:
- 1) Has conducted the training in the areas of operation listed in FAR 61.187(b)
- 2.) Has certified that the person is prepared for the required practical test.
- Pass a practical test on the areas of operation listed in FAR 61.187.
