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Aviation abbreviation

# Certified Flight Instructor

CFI

ABBR · Flying skills

At a glance

## Meaning of Certified Flight Instructor

CFI stands for Certified Flight Instructor in FAA terminology.

### More about Certified Flight Instructor

This abbreviation is used in flying and flight procedures. The English reference lists Certified Flight Instructor with the abbreviation CFI.

FAA abbreviations reflect US aviation usage. Their meaning and permitted use can differ in documents from other countries.

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