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Flight Instructor Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fluglehrer/in

The training to become a Flight Instructor is a nationally regulated further education based on a European regulation. It qualifies you to teach flight students in theory and practice and typically lasts about 1-5 months full-time. A prerequisite is existing flight experience and a corresponding pilot's license.

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What you do

  • Teach flight students theoretical subjects (e.g., aerodynamics, navigation)
  • Conduct practical flight lessons in simulators or aircraft
  • Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback
  • Ensure safety standards throughout the training
  • Develop lesson plans and prepare teaching materials
  • Maintain flight logs and training records
  • Debrief students after flights and discuss learning progress

Requirements

  • At least a valid pilot's license and relevant flight experience
  • Excellent communication and teaching skills
  • High sense of responsibility and safety awareness
  • Pedagogical aptitude and patience
  • Good physical and psychological fitness
  • Ability to solve problems and make decisions under pressure
  • Very good German and English language skills (aviation is international)

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment at flight schools and aviation academies
  2. 2Internal instructor positions with airlines
  3. 3Specialization in specific aircraft types or instrument flight instruction
  4. 4Advancement to management positions in flight training
  5. 5Working as an examiner for flight licenses

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Flight Instructor Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 900 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Flight Instructor Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Flight Instructor Ausbildung?

At least a valid pilot's license and relevant flight experience; Excellent communication and teaching skills; High sense of responsibility and safety awareness; Pedagogical aptitude and patience.

Where can I find open Flight Instructor Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Flight Instructor

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.