Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) Add on at Terrell Aviation

Course Objective

Build on your existing CFI certificate to add the Multi-Engine Instructor rating. This lets you teach in twins, help students earn their multi-engine add-on or commercial multi privileges, and rack up quality multi time while instructing, all under Part 61 at your home base, Terrell Municipal Airport (KTRL).

FAA Prerequisites:

• Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL) privileges

• Commercial Pilot or ATP certificate with Airplane Multi-Engine Land (AMEL) rating

• At least 15 hours PIC in multi-engine airplanes (logbook review required)

• Valid FAA medical

• No additional FAA written exam needed for the MEI add-on, just the practical test

Training Breakdown:

• Ground Portion - 

  • Multi-engine aerodynamics & Vmc concepts

  • Performance charts, weight & balance, systems (props, fuel, electrical)

  • Engine-out emergencies, single-engine ops, and failure recognition

  • Risk management & decision-making in twins

  • Instructional techniques: how to teach multi maneuvers safely and effectively

  • FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for Flight Instructor - Multi-Engine

• Flight Portion - 

  • Dual instruction in our multi-engine aircraft: Piper PA-23

  • Key maneuvers: slow flight, stalls, Vmc demo, engine failures (simulated), one-engine-inop approaches/landings/go-arounds

  • Instructor-specific scenarios: teaching from the right seat, verbalizing procedures, handling student errors

  • Typical hours: 5-10 dual flight hours (varies by your multi experience; less if you're already proficient)

• Duration & Scheduling - 

  • Flexible Part 61, train at your pace or go accelerated!

  • Accelerated option: often 4-7 days intensive (weather & aircraft availability permitting), similar to local commercial multi programs

  • Ends with the MEI checkride with a local DPE (fee not included to be paid directly to the examiner) 

Why Terrell Aviation at KTRL?

• Right in your backyard - easy access, no long drives

• Experienced MEI instructors on staff

• Well-maintained multi-engine aircraft available

• On-site FAA testing center for writtens (handy for future ratings)

• Favorable North Texas weather for consistent flying

• Community vibe - personalized training without big-school crowds

• Additional perks: aircraft rental, on site-maintenance, time-building options

Estimated Investment 

• MEI Course: $3,500 flat rate - covers everything: ground training, flight instruction hours, aircraft rental, and checkride prep (note: examiner fees are separate). Great value compared to many out-of-town accelerated programs that run much higher.

• For a slower and at your own pace style of schedule, check our hourly rates.

Ready to Get Started?

Give Terrell Aviation a call at (972) 524-1601 or email us at trlaviation@aol.com. Mention your CFI background so we can review your logbook, discuss aircraft scheduling, and build a plan that fits your goals. If you want to add multi time building before/after, we have options for that too.