I'm a newly minted CFI...I have agreed to instruct a friend's father over the coming summer. I am a product of the 141 "pilot mills". I feel I'm a competant instructor, however I am use to the regimented curriculum of the university setting. I will be instructing him Part 61, and I know there are great differences. I've recommended to him the Sporty's/King Schools along with the Jepp book, PHAK, and AFH..as ground school resources supplement to some briefings we will have. Any ideas for you Part 61 CFI's on setting up a good curriculum, that's not to intensive but quality as well? I'm confident we can train at least once a week or more (cross your fingers). He will be my first CFI student so I want to give him the best training possible.

The other problem I want to investigate is an airplane. I've heard most FBO's won't let you rent the aircraft and teach in it as per their insurance. Any body familiar with the FBO's/Clubs know of any in the area that would be worth investigating...and ideas on CFI insurance?

I'm a noob in independent flight instruction but I'm looking forward to the experience, but I want it done right, legally and safe..advice is welcome, especially with anybody local around CHI!