What is a Master CFI?
According to G Alexander "Sandy" Hill, MCFI "There are approximately 91,000 CFIs in the United States. Fewer than 600 of them have achieved that distinction thus far. The last twelve national Flight Instructors of the Year were Master CFIs, while Chuck is one of only 42 California aviation educators to earn this prestigious "Master" title." In the words of former FAA Administrator Marion Blakey, "The flight instructor is where the rubber meets the runway. The Master Instructor accreditation singles out the best that the right seat has to offer."
For more information you may also want to see NAFI's page on the Master CFI designation program.
Below is the press release issued by NAFI announcing Chuck's designation as Master CFI.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Charles Ray "Chuck" MC GILL, Master CFI ( 28Dec02 )
San Diego CA
E-mail: Chuck@SafeFlightIntl.com
Charles R McGill recently earned his Master Instructor designation. Chuck owns of Safe Flight International and provides high performance Cessna and Mooney instruction at Montgomery Field (MYF). He also serves as an Aviation Safety Counselor for the San Diego FSDO and is a retired United States Marine.
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) takes pride in announcing a significant aviation accomplishment on the part of Charles R Mc Gill, owner of Safe Flight International and a resident of San Diego, CA. Recently, Chuck was designated a Master CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor) by NAFI, his professional aviation organization.
To help put this achievement in its proper perspective, there are approximately 81,000 CFIs in the United States. Fewer than three hundred of them have achieved that distinction thus far. The last seven national Flight Instructors of the Year were Master CFIs while Chuck is one of only 33 California aviation educators who have earned this prestigious "Master" title.
The Master Instructor designation is a national accreditation recognized by the FAA that is earned by candidates through a rigorous process of continuing education and peer review. Much like a flight instructor's certificate, it must be renewed biennially. This process parallels the continuing education regimen used by other professionals to enhance their knowledge base while increasing their professionalism. Simply put, the Master Instructor designation is a means by which to identify those outstanding aviation educators, those "Teachers of Flight," who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to excellence, professional growth, and service to the aviation community.
Earning this designation is tantamount to having the words summa cum laude emblazoned on an instructor's certificate. These Masters truly represent the creme de la creme of our industry! To publicly recognize these individuals and their noteworthy accomplishments, NAFI will be hosting its "Meet the Masters" breakfasts, to which Chuck will be invited, during EAA's AirVenture in Oshkosh and Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland. Any support that can be provided will be appreciated.
NAFI is dedicated to providing support and recognition for America's aviation educators while helping them raise and maintain their level of professionalism. It is also committed to providing a safe and effective learning environment for student pilots. The Association was founded in 1967 and affiliated with EAA in May of 1995.
Please feel free to disseminate this information. Questions regarding the Master Instructor program may be directed to 303-485-8136 or NAFIMasters@aol.com or visit NAFI's website at www.NAFInet.org
G Alexander "Sandy" Hill, MCFI
Phone: 303-485-8136 or 8708
Vice President, Dir of Education
Nat'l Association of Flight Instructors