Title:
NAFI 2026 - So You Want to Be a Flight Instructor
Topic:
This Presentation Will Teach You About the True Meaning of Being a Flight Instructor and How to Achieve This Goal
Brief Description:
Becoming a flight instructor means more than becoming an expert about regulations or learning to fly well from the other seat. A good flight instructor is many things – educator, mentor, cheerleader, friend, authority figure, street corner psychologist, negotiator, and more, often at the same time. Presented by Robert Meder, a long-time flight instructor and former chairman of the National Association of Flight Instructors, this presentation will teach you about the true meaning of being a flight instructor and how to achieve this goal. At the same time, you will learn that the rewards of being a good instructor are far more meaningful than adding time to your logbook. You will come away with an appreciation of what it means to pass on your knowledge to a new pilot, along with how to cope with sometimes challenging and frustrating situations.
Select Number:
EA13145370
Location of Seminar:
NAFI Professional Development Center
Wittman Regional Airport
Booth 354
Oshkosh, WI 54902
Directions to Venue:
Booth 354, east of hangar B - just behind the Garmin booth, white tent with a huge NAFI logo.
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Seating:
125
seats at the facility,
125
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Robert “Bob” Meder earned his CFI in 2006 and has since added single-engine and multi-engine instrument certificates. Recently retired from a 40+ year railroad career, he worked with the FAA on drone regulations while continuing to instruct. With 6,000+ hours of dual instruction, Bob specializes in training new flight instructors, emphasizing risk management and critical thinking. A FAASTeam Lead Rep, he was named District and Regional Flight Instructor of the Year in 2009 and 2010. After nearly a decade as NAFI Chair, Bob is now Chair Emeritus.
NAFI is the National Association of Flight Instructors and is the largest association dedicated exclusively to flight instruction. NAFI’s vision is ‘Safer pilots through flight instruction excellence.’ NAFI’s mission throughout its 59-year history is to promote flight instruction excellence with education, mentorship, and advocacy. This is accomplished by providing instructors with tools and resources that help them deliver the best professional training and service possible. Anyone may join NAFI to take advantage of the many educational and flight tools, products, and discounts available. www.nafimentor.org. Contact nafi@nafimentor.org 866-806-6156.
PRESENTED DURING THE EAA AIRVENTURE FLY-IN. NO FEE FOR THE NAFI PRESENTATIONS, BUT AN ENTRANCE FEE IS REQUIRED BY EAA AIRVENTURE TO ENTER THE GROUNDS.
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Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Safety Promotion Outreach for Pilots
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