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The ASA Airman Certification Standards: Flight Instructor is the ultimate guide for aspiring flight instructors preparing for FAA certification. Updated with the May 2024 standards (FAA-S-ACS-25), this comprehensive softcover book replaces the outdated Practical Test Standards (8081-6DS and 8081-6DM) and details the knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency requirements for earning a flight instructor certificate in the airplane category. It includes standards for single-engine and multi-engine land and sea (ASEL, ASES, AMEL, AMES) classes, as well as the Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) and CFI/MEI tests.
Key Features and Benefits
Updated FAA Standards: Reflects the latest FAA-S-ACS-25 (May 2024) for flight instructor certification.
Comprehensive Coverage: Includes aeronautical knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency standards.
Expanded Content: Covers Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) and CFI/MEI exams.
Official FAA Companion Guide: Includes ACS codes and the FAA-G-ACS-2 Companion Guide for a complete learning experience.
Versatile for Various Classes: Covers single-engine and multi-engine land and sea (ASEL, ASES, AMEL, AMES).
Detailed Product Description
The ASA Airman Certification Standards: Flight Instructor (FAA-S-ACS-25) is an essential resource for students, instructors, and evaluators aiming to master the FAA Knowledge Exam and practical checkride. Designed to meet the most current certification requirements, this guide provides detailed standards for aeronautical knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency.
Incorporating updates effective May 2024, this edition replaces Practical Test Standards (8081-6DS and 8081-6DM). With 160 pages of in-depth content, it covers Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) and CFI/MEI tests, as well as certification for single-engine and multi-engine land and sea classes. The inclusion of ACS codes and the FAA-G-ACS-2 Companion Guide ensures comprehensive preparation for flight instructor certification.
Technical Specifications
Edition: FAA-S-ACS-25
Effective Date: May 2024
Page Count: 160 pages
Dimensions: 8.25 x 10.75 inches
ISBN: 978-1-64425-456-1
Date Published: 2024
Prepare with confidence using the ASA Airman Certification Standards: Flight Instructor—the trusted resource for achieving FAA flight instructor certification.
