In 2008, two of our customers were able to complete their training and pass their private pilot checkrides for less than $5000.

-We at Viking Air have decided to operate with mobility, making it both convenient and necessary to bring back the online scheduler.  

-Give us a call to find out about the 70/70 discount clubs. 

-Kyle Waldo and Dave Vogele both passed their check rides on March 14, 2009.  Congratulations and thank you.

News from this fall:

-Congratulations went to Tom Heyneman for the additions to his license and two completed checkrides.

-Charlie Peterson became a licensed pilot.

News from summer 2008:

-Thomas Reichert flew his first solo July 21, 2008.  Way to go Tom.  Thanks Brad.

-Dudley Shy is a licensed pilot now!

-Congratulations to our former students who continue to work in the aviation field:

Jeremiah Maxwell, Will Sibra, Brandi Sceli, Scott McKeever, Jason Covaleski, and Ty Felton

For More Information or to suggest a story contact:

Viking Air, Inc.
9 Cottonwood Way
Tel: 406-252-2959
FAX: 406-551-4441
Internet: vikingair@nemont.net

 
Certified Flight Instructor FAQ
 
General QuestionsQ: What must I do to earn a flight instructor certificate?
A: You must be at least 18 years old; read, speak, and understand the English language; hold a current Medical Certificate; hold either a Commercial or ATP pilot certificate with an instrument rating; pass an FAA Knowledge Exam on the Fundamentals of Instructing; pass an FAA Knowledge Exam on flight instruction subjects; receive flight instruction and an endorsement qualifying you for the CFI checkride; take and pass an oral and flight test on the subjects outlined in the CFI practical test standards.

Q: Do I need a Ground Instructor Certificate to teach ground school?
A: No. Although a Basic or Advanced Ground Instructor Certificate is a nice credential to have, you do not need this certificate to teach ground school if you are already a flight instructor (CFI).

Q: What is the duration of a flight instructor certificate?
A: You CFI Certificate must be renewed every 24 calendar months. This can be done by taking a Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC), by meeting the FAA's requirements for experience within the 2-year time frame, or by taking a checkride.

Q: Can I teach flight on a part-time basis?
A: Yes. Flight instruction comes in many forms, providing flight instructors the opportunity to teach full-time or part-time. You can teach for a Part 61 or 141 school, or operate as a free-lance instructor.