If you’re a flight instructor looking to take the next step in your career, achieving a Grade 1 Training Endorsement is a must. This course is designed for instructors who have a minimum of 500 hours of initial flight instruction time in the specified aircraft category and hold a CPL and Flight Instructor Rating.
With a Grade 1 FIR, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to conduct flight reviews and authorize a student’s first solo flight, making you highly sought after in the industry. To ensure you receive the best training possible, it’s important to find a course taught by industry experts who can provide a thorough and professional education. Get in touch with us for more information.
Prerequisites: minimum of CPL, Flight Instructor Rating, 500hrs initial flight instruction time
Package Total: $2,755
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of your Grade 1 Training endorsement, you can supervise Grade 2 and 3 instructors in addition to the privileges of your Grade 2 Flight Instructor Rating.
Choose from:
Full Time - 2-3 days | Part Time - 1 week
Syllabus
Your Syllabus of Flight Training will include:
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Your Syllabus of Theory will cover:
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What's Included
Up to 5x Hours Dual
Up to 5x Hours Briefings
Add-ons

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If you're a flight instructor looking to take the next step in your career, achieving a Grade 1 Training Endorsement is a must. This course is designed for instructors who have a minimum of 500 hours of initial flight instruction time in the specified aircraft category and hold a CPL and Flight Instructor Rating.

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