Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) at Terrell Aviation

Advance your instructing career and become a Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII) with Terrell Aviation. This rating allows you to teach instrument flying, conduct instrument proficiency checks (IPCs), and help pilots maintain or regain their instrument privileges, essential for building hours, teaching advanced skills, and progressing toward professional aviation roles like charter or airline positions.

We train in our reliable single-engine aircraft equipped for IFR operations, focusing on real-world instrument instruction, precise teaching techniques, and mastery of the FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for instrument instruction.

Key Program Highlights:

• Focused & Efficient - Intensive preparation tailored to your experience; many CFIs add the instrument rating in a few weeks with dedicated effort and good weather.

• Comprehensive Curriculum - Covers Fundamentals of Instruction (if needed), advanced instrument topics, lesson planning for IFR, risk management in low-visibility ops, teaching attitude instrument flying, navigation aids, instrument approaches (precision/non-precision), holding procedures, unusual attitudes, emergency instrument ops, and effective student evaluation.

• Hands-On Training - Dual flight time in actual or simulated instrument conditions, emphasizing how to demonstrate, explain, and critique IFR maneuvers from the right seat; includes mock student lessons and thorough checkride prep.

• Ideal Texas Environment - Train at Terrell Municipal Airport (KTRL) with excellent weather for consistent IFR practice, low traffic, and reliable conditions year-round.

• Experienced Guidance - Learn from seasoned CFIIs who understand the nuances of teaching instrument flying and what examiners look for on the practical test.

Typical Requirements & Timeline:

• Hold a current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land rating.

• Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate (or ATP) with an Instrument-Airplane rating.

• Be at least 18 years old, read/speak/write/understand English fluently.

• Pass the FAA Flight Instructor Instrument - Airplane knowledge test (added rating; no FOI re-test if already passed for initial CFI).

• Complete required flight and ground training, then pass the practical test (oral + flight checkride) with a KTRL based DPE, no long waiting to take your checkride.

• No strict minimum flight hours beyond prior CFI/commercial requirements; focus is on proficiency.

Pricing:

• Training is customized to your background, proficiency, and schedule. Please contact us for a personalized quote. 

• Competitive rates for aircraft rental, instructor time, and ground instruction; many pilots add this rating affordably while working as a CFI. View our rates.

• Includes preparation for the knowledge test, flight lessons in actual/simulated IMC, and checkride readiness. We'll schedule your checkride quickly with a KTRL based DPE.

Adding a CFII rating is a smart, high-value step - it expands what you can teach, increases your earning potential as an instructor, and sharpens your own instrument skills for safer flying. With our supportive, Part 61 approach, and focus on success you'll leave ready to confidently train instrument students.

Ready to become a CFII and take your instructing to new heights? Contact us today to discuss your experience, get a tailored plan, or schedule a session.

Call (972) 524-1601 or email trlaviation@aol.com and let's get you teaching IFR!