Hello everyone!
I hope that you are ready for a new wave of great informative videos coming soon to you this last quarter of 2020. This fresh new series of me being me should help to ramp up your learning and encourage those who are already experienced instructors in the field t...
2020-07-30 03:25:23 +0000 UTC
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I told a few of you that I would publish the recording, but I ran into issues with some copyright items dealing with a picture and the music. When I finish editing that out, I will post. Thanks for your patience.
Todd
2020-06-29 14:27:00 +0000 UTC
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This week's episode will help you to gain that rote level of knowledge that you need before you take the next step to understand what the FOI's can do to assist you in being a better CFI.
Use this in conjunction with the FOI video series located within this channel to assist you in becoming a ...
2020-06-28 23:56:48 +0000 UTC
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Hello Patrons!
I just wanted to remind you about the upcoming live webinar this Thursday at 8 pm EST. We will cover a portion of 14 CFR part 91 that most closely relates to day to day operations.
I have also attached a helpful handout that you can utilize when you are working ...
2020-06-23 13:26:43 +0000 UTC
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This week's episode will help you to gain that rote level of knowledge that you need before you take the next step to understand what the FOI's can do to assist you in being a better CFI.
Use this in conjunction with the FOI video series located within this channel to assist you in becoming a...
2020-06-19 22:42:51 +0000 UTC
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Freshly printed pro editions will be available soon on my website. Stay tuned for pricing and availability!
2020-06-18 22:41:03 +0000 UTC
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Please join me for a night of fun as we discuss 14 CFR Part 91 over cocktails. Bring your favorite drink and your sense of humor to this Patron Exclusive as I show you how easy it is to understand what m...
2020-06-16 20:45:47 +0000 UTC
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This week's episode will help you to gain that rote level of knowledge that you need before you take the next step to understanding what the FOI's can do to assist you in being a better CFI. Use this in conjunction with the FOI video series located within this channel to assist you in becom...
2020-06-11 00:45:08 +0000 UTC
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Thank you for all of the positive feedback that you sent me in regards to my last Podcast post. I am experimenting this week with a Podcast with and without background music. The music was a suggestion that I received through Patrons' feedback from the last post. So I will post both, and you can ...
2020-06-03 21:19:45 +0000 UTC
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One of the duties that you have as an Instructor is to sign applications via the FAA's IACRA system. This short video will review the steps required for you to log in and sign those applications within that system. Please keep in mind that the process is slightly different between a PTS and...
2020-06-01 00:00:02 +0000 UTC
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This video will show you how to add a "role" to your IACRA log in for processing applications as a CFI. You will not be able to access the IACRA system without completing this step first. Adding another role will allow you to submit applications for student and remote pilots as well as sign appli...
2020-05-31 00:11:56 +0000 UTC
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The FAA recently released updates to the Aviation Instructor Handbook that will bring this book, finally, into the 21st century. Although still just a small part of what it takes to be a truly effe...
2020-05-30 01:11:47 +0000 UTC
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Hello! This is a new product that was suggested by one my Patrons, and I would love to hear your feedback on it. I want to give you podcast material that can be useful when studying, and there are so many aspects to make these great for everyone.
Please take a listen and s...
2020-05-29 15:31:55 +0000 UTC
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Hello all - I hope you are staying busy with keeping up with your studies and keeping shard during this C19 downtime. This video today reviews the new and upcoming ACS, and CFI Pro Courses is the first in the industry to give you a sneak peek into the new Instructor ACS.
You will be able to...
2020-05-27 02:20:07 +0000 UTC
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the FAA issued a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) that addresses many concerns regarding pilot currency, an extension of testing requirements, and other operational concerns. This comprehensive document is 93 pages long covering all aspects of aviat...
2020-05-01 12:01:03 +0000 UTC
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In this helpful video, we will take a look at the FAA's Pilot Proficiency Award Program, commonly known as the Wings program, and see how it not only can help your clients stay proficient but can also help you to retain clients, build flight hours, and help you grow your flight instructor income....
2020-05-01 02:22:28 +0000 UTC
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This video will walk you through your responsibility as a CFI when you are setting up for, conducting, and then staying in contact with your clients after the review is complete.
The Flight Review is probably one of the most misunderstood and misused tools in the aviation industry. It is co...
2020-05-01 01:58:22 +0000 UTC
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One of the many things that you must do to become a CFI is to know and understand all of the objective statements for all of the maneuvers that you will have to perform on the practical test. This can be somewhat of a daunting process for you due to the fact that most of the information is spread...
2020-04-30 20:00:29 +0000 UTC
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Thanks to all my wonderful Patrons who made my first Live Q & A possible!
If you have any questions or have ideas about future live or recorded sessions, please let me know.
2020-03-31 13:23:35 +0000 UTC
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Having the check ride room set up prior to the examiner arriving is key to showing the examiner that you know how to set your student up for success during a practical test. Use this example below to properly set up the room on your check ride day. This will definitely start off your check ride p...
2020-03-31 13:15:58 +0000 UTC
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Please use this link to Join the Live Q & A tonight.
Todd Shellnutt is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: CFI Pro Courses Live Q & A
Time: Mar 30, 2020 08:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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2020-03-31 00:04:09 +0000 UTC
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Hello Patrons! Due to a large amount of positive feedback in regards to a live Q&A session, I think we will go live as scheduled for tomorrow night at 8 PM EST. Please follow the directions below to join the chat room at the appropriate time.
This is an open chat and will center o...
2020-03-29 21:31:28 +0000 UTC
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Hello Patrons! I know that most of you are getting ready for that big day, and I would like to see if you would be interested in a live Q & A session with me this Monday at 8 pm EST.
This is a Patron-only exclusive and would last about an hour, in which you can ask me any que...
2020-03-29 00:56:46 +0000 UTC
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Hello Patrons! Today we will actually open up a vacuum pump and take a look at what's inside. This video will give you the inside look as to how exactly the vacuum pump works, what exactly may cause it to fail, and designs that go into making it safer for aircraft.
As always, feel free to d...
2020-03-29 00:47:48 +0000 UTC
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Throughout the month of March, the CFI Pro Courses Multiengine Checkride Prep Guide will be on sale for only $59.99. You will not find a more complete guide to prep for your MEI than you will with this book. Hurry and get yours today, while supply lasts!
Discount code = CFIPRO
2020-03-05 03:45:44 +0000 UTC
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This video will walk you through the step by step process of creating a lesson plan for any in-flight maneuver. Be sure to check out the included documents in the description below.
2020-03-01 02:39:47 +0000 UTC
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Is this helpful video, you will see exactly how to start writing your lesson plans to become a proficient and professional flight instructor. As with all the videos that I produce, please make sure that you post any comments that you may have about the creation or enhancement of lesson plan...
2020-01-31 20:26:46 +0000 UTC
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Now you can have everything that you need in one spot for being successful with preparing for your CFI practical exam, or renewal/reinstatement. This study guide/workbook is a great way for you to have all of the items that are not found in any other CFI guide on the market. No other produc...
2019-12-01 04:18:30 +0000 UTC
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This helpful video will help to tie in the Logbook Endorsement lesson from Area of Operation II.M, to the Certificates & Documents from in Area of Operation II.A in the CFI Practical Test Standards.
If you have watched the regulation videos, this will help to understand how all of the i...
2019-11-17 23:56:10 +0000 UTC
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Wether you are taking the initial CFI practical test, an add on CFI practical test, up for CFI renewal, or CFI reinstatement, the knowledge of endorsements is a mandatory item that must be discussed.
This video will take a closer look at the CFI PTS and review all of the items that are requ...
2019-11-10 12:34:00 +0000 UTC
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