Flight Instructor Oral Exam ACS Review

Pass Your CFI Oral Exam

By: Micky Cook

Narrated by: Tom Brooks

This essential guide is designed for flight instructor applicants preparing for the FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) oral exam under the latest Airman Certification Standards (ACS). Aligned directly with the Flight Instructor for Airplane ACS, this 2025 edition includes every required knowledge item.

Perfect for self-study, this comprehensive resource covers all oral exam Areas of Operation, Tasks, and knowledge elements found in the current ACS—including up-to-date risk management components and scenario-based guidance. The "Fundamentals of Instructing" section draws from the FAA’s Aviation Instructor’s Handbook (FAA-H-8083-9), giving you the foundational knowledge and practical teaching principles you’ll need to succeed.

Whether you’re preparing for your initial CFI checkride or looking to brush up as a flight instructor, this book is your complete, no-fluff oral exam prep solution. FAA references are included throughout for deeper study and examiner cross-check.

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