Certified Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) Certification

Certified Multi-engine instructor
(mei) certification

Looking to expand your career as a flight instructor? The MEI certificate allows you to teach students in multi-engine aircraft and opens the door to higher-paying, more advanced instruction opportunities. Our focused MEI program is designed to get you certified quickly—without cutting corners on safety or quality.

Why Become an MEI?

Becoming a Certified Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) allows you to:

  1. Instruct students pursuing their multi-engine rating
  2. Log multi-engine flight time while teaching
  3. Build advanced flight hours needed for airline or corporate aviation
  4. Stand out in a competitive job market

Course Overview:

  1. In-depth ground training on multi-engine aerodynamics, systems, and instruction techniques
  2. Flight training focused on demonstration and recovery of engine-out scenarios
  3. Emphasis on teaching scenarios and student performance evaluation
  4. Checkride preparation with mock orals and practice flights

Prerequisites:

  1. Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine rating
  2. Current Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate
  3. BasicMed can be used as a MEI but with specific limitations according to BasicMed rules
  4. Meet FAA aeronautical experience requirements

FAA Checkride:

You’ll complete your MEI checkride with a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), which includes:

  1. Oral Exam: Oral exam focused on teaching ability and technical knowledge
  2. Flight Test: Flight test emphasizing instructional demonstrations and emergency procedures

Cost

At Rising Wings Aviation Inc., we understand that no one appreciates underestimates or sugarcoated costs. During your New Student Consultation, we provide a thorough breakdown of all flight training expenses, ensuring you’re never left with unexpected surprises.

Compared to similar flight schools nationwide, we are confident that our programs deliver exceptional efficiency and value. Over the years, countless students have told us, “You get what you pay for with flight training.” Unfortunately, many schools advertise only their bare minimum pricing and offer no apologies when actual costs exceed those estimates.

Because training times often go beyond the FAA’s required minimum hours, it’s essential to choose a flight school that sets honest and realistic pricing expectations. Rising Wings Aviation Inc. is that school.

    Certified Multi Engine Flight Instructor (MEI) Certification Requirements

    The FAA minimum requirements to obtain a Certified Multi Engine Flight Instructor Certificate:
    ·         Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate and Certified Flight Instructor Certificate
    ·         Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
    ·         Total Flight Time: 3 Hours (Part 61)
    ·         Instructional Flight Time: 3 Hours from an authorized instrument instructor
    ·         Ground Instruction: Proficiency based hours (Part 61)
    ·         Third-Class FAA Medical Certificate or BasicMed or greater
    (https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/basic_med)
    (https://www.faa.gov/pilots/medical_certification)
    ·         FAA Airman Knowledge Test (Rising Wings Aviation Inc. is a FAA Certified Testing Center) (https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login)
    ·         FAA Practical Test (Checkride)
    The realistic average hours to obtain a Certified Multi Engine Flight Instructor Certification is 7-10 total flight hours.