Mentor MagazineMembership includes NAFI Mentor a bi-monthly publication created exclusively for flight instructors and edited by David Hipschman. NAFI Mentor will arrive at your doorstep packed with technical information, the latest in FAA regulations, insights into the fundamentals of instruction and much more. No other publication talks directly to flight instructors! Created for and by NAFI Members. To view a past issue click here.
eMentor Electronic Newsletter Once a week we send NAFI members an electronic add-on to Mentor. This fast paced information update gives our members the latest in government, industry, and association news.
MentorLIVEis NAFI’s monthly, live-streaming broadcast airing the third Wednesday of every month at 8:00pm Eastern. These programs feature subject matter experts from many aspects of the flight instruction industry to help CFIs be more successful in their training endeavors.
The NAFI Professional Development Program (PDP) is a means of providing all CFIs with invaluable education and tools to enhance their technical and teaching skills, including improving their ability to interact with their students so that more reach their goal to become a pilot. It is designed to develop and mentor a flight instructor's mastery of core concepts in aviation education and leadership.
NAFI NOTAMs is a collection of educational, inspirational, and lifestyle posts relating to flight instructors in and out of the cockpit. Our guest authors will consist of industry leaders, NAFI Board members/Staff, NAFI members, media creators, influencers, and relevant thought leaders from outside aviation altogether.
Members have access to online archives of all NAFI publications!
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Members Only Area NAFI members get exclusive access to a members-only area to access archived issues of E-Mentor and Mentor Magazine, search job opportunities, connect with fellow members and manage your member profile.
Job Posting Board If you or your employer have job openings, and would like to spread the word to NAFI members, please send a description, including position requirements and benefits, and send it with a company logo (optional), to [email protected]. NOTE: You are not required to be a member to request a job posting.
Products and Services Discounts If you have any questions regarding your membership benefits, do not hesitate to call NAFI HQ at (866) 806-6156 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST) or e-mail us at [email protected].
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20% off List Price of Most Products
Official Underwriter for the NAFI CFI Insurance Program. Expanded coverage at great rates!
Blue Water Press Aviation Books - 15%off all aviation fiction and non-fiction books. Visit www.bluewaterpress.com to browse the titles.
CFI rebate program: We appreciate the work flight instructors do. That’s why we offer an exclusive headset rebate program to certified flight instructors who purchase an A30 or ProFlight Series 2 Aviation Headset.
A30: $100 rebate
ProFlight Series 2: $100 rebate
33% discount for CloudAhoy Subscription off the regular fee of $65.NAFI member price $44!
$20 offof The Skew-T log (p) and Me softcover or eBook or the Skew-T and Pilot Weather softcover combo.
Exclusive 10% discountfor NAFI members
Free Digital Subscription for all members. Discounted exclusive print rate of $15 for 1 year of print flying magazine.
NAFI members receive a 33% discount on new ForeFlight subscriptions, renewals, and subscription upgrades. For more information and to check your eligibility, visit www.foreflight.com/nafi
(Discount is not retroactive)
General Aviation News covers the world of general aviation with timely news and entertainment stories. In print since 1949, General Aviation News is delivered nationwide 24-times each year.
For NAFI members, enjoy a FREE one-year subscription.
25% discount on 1 of each of our materials per year or edition. (Excludes training kits, ATP, Flight Instructor Refresher Course, IA Refresher Course, and flight simulation hardware).
ALSO: Free UPS ground shipping on most products to the contiguous United States, except flight simulation hardware. Discounted shipping available to AK or HI.
NAFI members visit https://shop.jeppesen.com/ and use an exclusive promotional code to receive a 20% discount on Online Training Courses and $50 off a new single-license key to a full US Jeppesen Chart service subscription (cannot be applied to renewals). Discounts will only be applied with online purchases.
In addition, Members can download for free the Introduction to Jeppesen Navigation Charts reference guide, especially helpful for those working on an instrument rating.
Eight FREE King Schools courses
The full suite of five Practical Risk Management courses:
Practical Risk Management for Pilots
Practical Risk Management for Single-Pilot IFR
Practical Risk Management for Takeoffs & Landings
Practical Risk Management for Weather
Practical Risk Management for Reluctant Passengers and Their Pilots
Through the Lightspeed Aviation CFI Appreciation Program, active CFI's get $100 off the price of Zulu 3 and Tango
NAFI Members receive an exclusive 20% discount off premium aviation gear.
Exclusive discount for NAFI members redeemable for one year free subscription of the Pilot Partner Electronic Log Book.
Exclusive 50% discountfor NAFI members redeemable for an annual subscription to premium access account.
FREE Website Audit and Competitor Marketing Analysis to any flight schools owned/managed by NAFI members
20% off most Training Products.
Sun ‘n Fun offers a discount to NAFI members, which can be used when purchasing tickets online, or in person at the gate. Please remember, if you plan to buy your tickets on-site, to bring your NAFI membership card to receive the discount. https://www.flysnf.org/
20% offmedical consultation services to help you stay in the air or minimize any potential down time from a new medical issue.
Your NAFI Office Depot® Member Benefits Program, previously Office Depot Business Solutions Division, has been rebranded to ODP Business Solutions™. Now a B2B-focused company here to help you achieve the results your need to drive the outcomes you want. Members receive savings of up to 75% on the Best Value List of preferred products with free next-business-day delivery* or in-store and curbside pickup.*
*Restrictions apply
AVIS - members receive up to 25%, plus enjoy additional offers like dollars off, a free upgrade, or a weekend day. Skip the counter and paperwork at many locations and go straight to your car.
Budget - members save up to 25% off, plus get other great offers like dollars off, a free upgrade or a weekend day. Plus with a complimentary membership in Budget Fastbreak, enjoy our fastest, easiest rental experience!
With HotelEngine, members can save an average of 26% off public rates at 100,000+ hotels both domestically and internationally. Choose from incredible name brands for business or leisure travel. This is a free membership with no contracts, annual fees, or minimums.
Constant Contact is built to simplify the complex and confusing task of marketing your idea, even if you’re a beginner. Our award-winning team of marketing advisors is there for every customer every step of the way, offering live, real-time marketing advice on the phone or online.
NAFI members receive an additional 10% off the standard prepay discounts for Constant Contact. That is 20% off six months, or 25% off the entire year.
Representation:
Government and Industry Relations NAFI is well respected in Washington, DC as the representative of the flight instructor community. NAFI keeps a close watch on FAA actions and proposals, and coordinates with the FAA to ensure the best interest of flight instructors.
National Recognition
Quality instructors deserve national recognition. NAFI provides significant support within the national General Aviation Awards program and specifically the Certificated Flight Instructor of the Year selection process. In addition, the association founded and administers the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame.
Events:
Field efforts and activities You’ll find NAFI at AirVenture and other premier aviation events such as AOPA Flyins and our Professional Development Center Tent at EAA Oshkosh Airventure!
NAFI's PDC Tent at Airventure is a fully interactive training center specifically targeted to flight instructors. From our 75 seat theater for educational presentations, to our CFI developed scenarios trained in state of the art AATD simulators, the NAFI PDC runs on the hard work of NAFI staff and volunteer member instructors!
At the NAFI Summit, we will shine a light on the troubling high fail-rates the industry is experiencing on initial pilot exams, discussing what you can do to improve your students’ pass-rates.
While you’re here, you will also learn how to run a more profitable full-time or part-time flight instruction business.
From flight instruction on grass strips to university aviation education, NAFI provides the benefits that assist the professionals who provide flight instruction.To join NAFI, click here or, if you prefer, please call at (866) 806-6156 and we will be happy to assist you.
NAFI NOTAMs is a collection of educational, inspirational, and lifestyle posts relating to flight instructors in and out of the cockpit. Our guest authors will consist of industry leaders, NAFI Board members/Staff, NAFI members, media creators, influencers, and relevant thought leaders from outside aviation altogether.
