Originally Posted by
41DS
Ok, I called the FAA number on that link and the guy said as of right now it looks like it will be approved. The wording should say that if you are or ever were a military instructor then you are qualified to take a knowledge test and then be designated a CFI. I didn't ask him if you would be a CFI, CFII or MEI. He said right now the rule is scheduled to come out in Sept 08.
The FAA guy said you would be "designated" a CFI? Wouldn't that be a CFI then? Confused by your wording. Anyway, it sounds promising. Thanks for making that call. Too bad we have to wait until Sep 08. Better late than never though.