CFI Arrival Checklist
For the CFI Program
Bring the following items with you to your CFI training:
Documents
- All Pilot Certificates
- Log Book(s)
- Identification
- U.S. Citizens:
Unexpired valid US passport (Blue)
A US government issued photo ID that shows your current address - Non-U.S. Citizens:
Comply with TSA Requirements
- U.S. Citizens:
- Current FAA Medical Certificate
- Completed 8710 (handwritten is OK)
- IACRA FTN number
- Original, unexpired copies of your CFI knowledge tests: FOI, FIA, and FII
Training Materials
- Headset
- Kneeboard that has an IFR (instrument flight rules) placard
- Flashlight (Recommend MagLite or Smith & Wesson brands.
Flashlights with colored lenses recommended to protect night vision.) - View Limiting Device
- E6B Computer
- Azimuth Plotter for Cross Country Flights
Recommended:
- PCAS (portable collision avoidance system) device – we recommend the Zaon Flight Systems MRX
- Laptop Computer with Wireless Internet Capability
Navigation Materials*
- Current Sectional Chart (know Symbology!)
- Approach Plates
- Airport Facility Directory
* All items must be current and appropriate to the area where you will be conducting your training
Books and Resources
- All materials shipped to you, including:
- CFI Program Student Training Manual
- Private Pilot PTS
- Airplane Flying Handbook
- Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
- Current FAR/AIM (ASA Preferred)
- Cessna 172S Pilot's Info Manual
- Pvt. ME PTS
- Piper Information Manual
- Instrument PTS
- Instrument Flying Handbook
- Commercial PTS
- CFI PTS
- CFII PTS
- Aviation Instructor's Handbook
- CFI Oral Exam Guide
- CFI Pretest
- ATP's Piper Seminole Supplement
Quizzes and Exams
- Completed CFI Pre-Course Exam from the CFI Program Student Training Manual
- Completed Review Questions from the ATP Piper Seminole Supplement (pp 48-50)
Miscellaneous
- Labels or “tabs” for the FAR/AIM and PTS
- Dry Erase Markers - for use during the oral portion of your checkride
- Small Model Airplane (multi-engine)
- Examiner's Fees
- Cell phone**
** You must have an SMS/text messaging-enabled mobile phone to receive important communications from ATP during your training. There is no charge for this service, but standard text messaging rates may apply as provided in your carrier's wireless plan (contact your carrier for pricing plans and details). ATP recommends an “unlimited” text messaging plan, since you may send/receive 100+ text messages per month.
Dress
- Khaki pants (solid colors)
- Khaki shorts (summer months, solid colors)
- Long and short sleeve shirts with a collar (solid colors)
- Closed toed shoes (no sandals)
- Dress clothes for check ride (formal shirt, tie, slacks)
For Housing
- Linens for twin size mattress
- Bath linens
Transportation
- Vehicle for travel to and from the training center
For questions completing the checklist, please contact your instructor or Admissions at training@allatps.com or 800-ALL-ATPS.
