OK, this is a little out of character, but last night, I “joined” (I think that’s the term) an aviation webinar—mostly because it was presented by the son of my friend Barry Schiff but also because the subject was intriguing.
Webinars, Cherry Bombs, and Flying Schools
Key Takeaways:
- The author recounts her path to becoming a flight instructor, including a humorous anecdote about trying to join an exclusive CFI group as a private pilot and creating her own successful "Flight Instructor Oral Examination Guide."
- She details the establishment of her Part 141 flight school, "Miss Martha’s Flying Emporium," and the surprisingly quick FAA approval process, influenced by a district office's need to accrue "points."
- The article contrasts the historical requirements for CFI certification (e.g., no instrument rating needed) with modern standards and reflects on the joys and challenges of instruction.
- Ultimately, her extensive experience as a CFI and unique background, including being a female in aviation, led to her being hired for an FAA inspector position, a decision she suggests the FAA might have later regretted.
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