Prepare effectively for the FAA Knowledge Exam and checkride with the FAA Flight Instructor Airplane Airman Certification Standards (FAA?S?ACS?25). This current edition, effective May 31, 2024, replaces the former Practical Test Standards (8081?6DS and 8081?6DM). It outlines the knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency benchmarks required to earn a Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate in all airplane categories. Key highlights include: Covers instruction across single- and multi-engine, land and sea airplanes (ASEL, ASES, AMEL, AMES), including Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) and both CFI and MEI flight tests. Defines clear standards for aeronautical knowledge, risk management, instructional proficiency, and task-specific ACS codes. Includes the FAA?G?ACS?2 Companion Guide, offering practical explanations and enhanced context to help applicants understand and apply certification standards effectively. Designed for students, instructors, and evaluators seeking clarity on FAA expectations for certification in both testing and instructional environments. Train confidently and stay FAA-compliant with this updated ACS standard�your roadmap to successful Flight Instructor certification.