Master Instructor Program
Elevate your Career
Embrace the opportunity to elevate your instructional career through the NAFI Master Flight and Ground Instructor Accreditation Program, and join a distinguished group of educators committed to excellence in aviation training.
A benchmark of excellence.
The National Association of Flight Instructors offers the Master Flight and Ground Instructor Accreditation Program, a prestigious initiative designed to recognize aviation educators who demonstrate exceptional instructional activity, personal development, and professional service within the flight-training community. This program establishes a benchmark of excellence, inspiring all aviation educators to aspire to higher standards.
Kenneth Solosky, Master Ground Instructor
Accreditation Levels:
Brandon Gardner, MCFI
Master Flight Instructor
( MCFI )
This designation is awarded to flight instructors who exhibit the highest levels of instructional expertise and commitment to ongoing professional development.
James Alexander, MGI
Master Ground Instructor
( MGI )
This title is granted to ground instructors who have achieved exceptional proficiency in aviation education and have demonstrated a dedication to continuous learning.
Ric Blamer, A-MCFI
Associate Master Flight Instructor
(A-MCFI)
This accreditation recognizes flight instructors who have shown significant instructional activity and professional growth, serving as a stepping stone toward the full Master designation.
John Boos, Master Flight Instructor and Master Ground Instructor
Program Highlights:
● Rigorous Standards: The accreditation process emphasizes active instruction, pilot evaluation activities, and continuous education, ensuring that instructors maintain the highest level of teaching proficiency.
● Biennial Renewal: Similar to a flight instructor certificate, NAFI Master Instructor accreditations must be renewed every 24 months, underscoring a commitment to ongoing professional development.
● FAA Recognition: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) acknowledges the NAFI Master Instructor accreditation as a valid means for renewing an unexpired flight instructor certificate.
Benefits of Accreditation
Professional Recognition
Achieving Master Instructor status signifies a dedication to excellence, enhancing an instructor’s reputation within the aviation community.
Career Advancement
Accredited instructors often experience increased earning potential and broader career opportunities due to their recognized commitment to quality education.
Exclusive Resources
Master Instructors receive a certificate of accreditation, a laser-engraved plaque, and are featured on NAFI’s website, providing public acknowledgment of their achievements.
Insurance Discounts
Accredited instructors are eligible for substantial discounts on flight instructor liability insurance through Avemco Insurance Company.
Legacy Master Instructor Program
For instructors who have earned five or more NAFI Master Instructor accreditations, the Legacy Master Instructor Program offers continued recognition.
This honor reflects a sustained commitment to aviation education, even if the instructor chooses not to renew their Master status.
Matthew McDaniel, Silver Legacy Master Instructor
