- Sep 4, 2025
- 8 min read
Do Your CFII Training in the Simulator
Save money, boost your resume, and master teaching instrument flying with our comprehensive CFII simulator training program
Earning your CFII (Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument) is one of the best investments you can make in your aviation career. You’ve already spent a significant amount getting your CFI, and adding the CFII shouldn’t drain your wallet. That’s where simulator training comes in. At our flight school in Maryland, we use a FAA compliant flight simulator to prepare you for the CFII at a fraction of the cost of doing it in an aircraft.
Why the Simulator is Perfect for CFII Training
The CFII is all about teaching instrument flying and developing the skills of a professional instrument pilot. Unlike your initial CFI, there are no specific flight time requirements for the CFII, it’s entirely about being ready to teach. Since it’s proficiency-based, why not get that preparation done in a controlled simulator environment at a much lower cost?
In the simulator, you’ll refine your teaching ability without distractions. Explaining holds, approaches, or partial-panel work while the environment is stable allows you to practice how you’ll teach later in the real airplane. Then, when you transition to the aircraft, your focus can stay on flying with your student instead of struggling through the basics.
Boost Your Resume and Student Base
Adding the CFII doesn’t just make you more skilled, it makes you more marketable. Flight schools need instrument instructors, and many students are eager to work with a CFII who can guide them through the complex IFR environment. By doing your CFII in the simulator first, you’ll get your certificate faster, save money, and be ready to take on more students.
A Course Designed for You
At Solid Ground Aviation, we’ve developed a comprehensive CFII simulator course that prepares you for every aspect of the checkride. We emphasize teaching techniques, instrument proficiency, and the ability to manage lessons in dynamic conditions.
If you’re searching for a Baltimore flight school, a Washington DC flight simulator, or Tipton Airport flight training, our program is designed to give you the skills and confidence you need, without the unnecessary expense.