Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) • PTS Area I, Task F

The Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan covers the instructional objectives required by FAA-S-8081-9E.

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Introduction

  • Schedule

    Topic:
    Time:
    Attention/Motivator:
    0:05
    Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
    0:05
    Part 2, PTS Objective Instruction:
    0:45
    Part 3, Demonstration and Teaching:
    0:30
    Part 4, Guided Scenario:
    0:20
    Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:
    0:05
    Remotivation/Closure:
    0:05
    Total Ground Time:
    0:00

  • Attention Getter:

    • Present an IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) teaching scenario in which safety or learner understanding depends on effective instruction in flight instructor characteristics and responsibilities.
    • Ask the instructor applicant to identify the first instructional decision that will shape the outcome.

  • Motivator:

    • To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of instructor responsibilities and professionalism by describing:

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Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Materials

  • Required Materials:

    • Writing instrument and instructional surface.
    • FAA-S-8081-9E, Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane and Helicopter.
    • Lesson plan, student training record, and applicable instructor records.

  • Optional Materials:

    • Model-specific Pilot's Operating Handbook or Airplane Flight Manual (POH/AFM).
    • Current IFR charts, procedures, weather information, Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), and electronic flight bag, as applicable.
    • Airplane, approved aviation training device, cockpit procedures trainer, or classroom teaching aids, as appropriate.

  • Reference Materials:

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Instructor Actions

  • Before the lesson, review the reference materials, applicable airplane limitations, and the instructor applicant's preparation.
  • Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
    • Present the attention getter and motivator.
    • Use retrieval questioning to have the learner explain Area of Operation I, Task F, and the Practical Test Standards.
    • State the lesson objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of instructor responsibilities and professionalism by describing:
  • Part 2, PTS Objective Instruction:
    • Teach and model the responsibilities common to aviation instructors. (CFII.I.F.1)
      • providing adequate instruction. (CFII.I.F.1a)
      • establishing standards of performance. (CFII.I.F.1b)
      • emphasizing the positive. (CFII.I.F.1c)
    • Apply the responsibilities specific to flight instruction and endorsements. (CFII.I.F.2)
      • providing student pilot evaluation and supervision. (CFII.I.F.2a)
      • preparing practical test recommendations and endorsements. (CFII.I.F.2b)
      • determining requirements for conducting additional training and endorsement requirements. (CFII.I.F.2c)
    • Demonstrate professionalism in appearance, conduct, preparation, communication, and treatment of learners. (CFII.I.F.3)
      • explaining important personal characteristics. (CFII.I.F.3a)
      • describing methods to minimize student frustration. (CFII.I.F.3b)
  • Part 3, Demonstration and Teaching:
    • Have the applicant define adequate instruction and measurable performance standards, then show how positive emphasis can reinforce correct behavior without overlooking a deficiency.
    • Use sample records and learner performance to require a defensible evaluation, supervision plan, practical-test recommendation, and accurate endorsement decision.
    • Present a learner who requires additional training and require the applicant to identify the training and endorsement requirements without signing an unsupported recommendation.
    • Role-play a frustrated learner and assess whether the applicant uses preparation, patience, sincerity, appropriate language, realistic expectations, and specific next steps to preserve motivation and professionalism.
  • Part 4, Guided Scenario:
    • Lead the guided scenario and evaluate organization, technical accuracy, risk management, learner engagement, and every applicable PTS objective.
  • Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:
    • Review the objective, instructional strengths, risk-management decisions, and items requiring additional practice.
    • Present the re-motivation and closure.
  • Update instructor records and the instructor applicant's training record, as required.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Guided Scenario(s)

  • Provide an instrument learner's training record, recent performance, and request for a practical-test recommendation; require the applicant to evaluate readiness, prescribe needed training, and complete only supportable endorsements. (CFII.I.F.1, F.2)
  • Add learner frustration or external pressure and assess whether the applicant maintains professional standards while preserving motivation and safety. (CFII.I.F.3)
  • Conclude with a learner-centered explanation of the decision and an instructor self-critique.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Student Actions

  • Complete assigned readings and prepare a lesson plan with objective, content sequence, teaching aids, assessment, and completion standards.
  • Teach every applicable PTS objective accurately and in learner-appropriate language.
  • Identify, assess, mitigate, and teach risks associated with the task.
  • Explain or demonstrate applicable procedures while maintaining positive control, observing the learner, and correcting errors appropriately.
  • Use effective questions, check understanding, conduct a learner-centered assessment, and perform an instructor self-assessment.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Practical Test Standards

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Practical Test Standards

  • Source: FAA-S-8081-9E, Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane and Helicopter.
  • Area I, Task F: Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities.
  • Area note: The evaluator shall select at least Tasks E, F, and G and one other Task.
  • References: FAA-H-8083-9.
  • Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of instructor responsibilities and professionalism by describing:
Objective Elements 3 PTS Elements
  • CFII.I.F.1:
    Aviation instructor responsibilities in—
    • CFII.I.F.1a:
      providing adequate instruction.
    • CFII.I.F.1b:
      establishing standards of performance.
    • CFII.I.F.1c:
      emphasizing the positive.
  • CFII.I.F.2:
    Flight instructor responsibilities in—
    • CFII.I.F.2a:
      providing student pilot evaluation and supervision.
    • CFII.I.F.2b:
      preparing practical test recommendations and endorsements.
    • CFII.I.F.2c:
      determining requirements for conducting additional training and endorsement requirements.
  • CFII.I.F.3:
    Professionalism as an instructor by—
    • CFII.I.F.3a:
      explaining important personal characteristics.
    • CFII.I.F.3b:
      describing methods to minimize student frustration.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Flight Instructor Characteristics and Responsibilities Lesson Plan

Conclusion

  • Re-Motivation:

    • Effective instruction in flight instructor characteristics and responsibilities builds sound instrument judgment, technical competence, and safe operating habits.

  • Closure:

    • Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
    • Assign study materials for the next lesson.