Originally Posted by
L3Flyer
I am finishing up my commercial within the next two weeks and will begin my multi engine training right after that. I have decided to forgo the CFI/II because I am an awful teacher. But a lot of people in this forum seem to think that if I do not get my CFI I will not be ready for the regional.
Would those of you that are captains say that there is a significant difference between the FOs that come in with and without their CFI?
I ask because my first concern is being a safe and competent pilot.
My personal belief is that you should get your CFI and start teaching if you feel strongly that you will be able to give your students their moneys worth. What I mean by that is will you be getting your CFI only to better yourself or will you have your student's goals in mind as well when they are footing the bill for your flying. As a fairly recent student, nothing was as apparent when I dealt with a CFI that was only trying to build time and was putting out the minimum effort. I have no doubt that if your attitude is right, your teaching skills will improve.