Flight Instructor Jobs in Texas
Last updated July 3, 2026
A guide to flight instructor (CFI) jobs in Texas — the flight schools FlyTo1500 tracks as potential employers, what CFI roles typically require, and how to find current openings.
Short answer
Texas has 68 flight schools in the FlyTo1500 employer database. CFI hiring varies by school, season, student demand, aircraft availability, and instructor turnover, so this page highlights potential flight instructor employers and how to find current CFI openings.
Texas CFI snapshot
- Flight schools tracked
- 68
- Major areas
- Fort Worth, Waco, San Antonio, Addison, Conroe, Georgetown
- Common roles
- CFI, CFII, MEI
- Helpful ratings
- CFII and MEI expand your options
- Common trainers
- Cessna 172, Piper Archer, Diamond DA40, Seminole/DA42 (multi)
- Best for
- Pilots building hours through structured instruction
Counts reflect flight schools FlyTo1500 tracks. Requirements and hiring vary by school, aircraft, and insurance.
Potential Flight Instructor Employers in Texas
Below are flight schools FlyTo1500 tracks in Texas as potential CFI employers. Exact requirements and current openings vary by employer, aircraft, insurance minimums, and location — a listing here does not mean a school is currently hiring.
Alamo Helicopter Tours San Antonio LLC
San Antonio, TX
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Allen Corporation Of America
Ft. Worth, TX
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Alpha Tango Flying Services INC
San Antonio, TX
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American Flyers INC
Addison, TX
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American Flyers INC
Conroe, TX
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Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX
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Anson Air LLC
Sugar Land, TX
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ATP Flight Academy
Arlington, TX
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Aviator Air LLC
Grand Prairie, TX
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Baylor University
Waco, TX
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Bell Textron INC
Hurst, TX
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Bird Acquisition LLC
Georgetown, TX
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Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
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Coast Flight Training And Management
San Marcos, TX
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Coast Flight Training And Management
Dallas, TX
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Cobra Kai Flight Academy LLC
Wichita Falls, TX
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Coyote Flight Centers LLC
Amarillo, TX
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Delta Aeronautics INC
Ft. Worth, TX
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Epic Aviation INC
Addison, TX
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Epic Helicopters LLC
Fort Worth, TX
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Flying Tigers Flight School LTD
Houston, TX
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Genesis Flight Academy LLC
Georgetown, TX
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Gryphon Aviation INC
San Marcos, TX
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Harvey & Rihn Aviation INC
La Porte, TX
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Hch Aviation LLC
Nacogdoches, TX
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Helicopter Experts INC
Bulverde, TX
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Hub City Aviation Academy LLC
Lubbock, TX
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Huffman Aviation LLC
Burleson, TX
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Kachemak Bay Flying Service LLC
Temple, TX
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Leadership In Flight Training LLC
Galveston, TX
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Letourneau University
Longview, TX
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Lonestar College Conroe Center
Conre, TX
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Longhorn Helicopters INC
Fort Worth, TX
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Marcair INC
Fort Worth, TX
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Menagerie Enterprises INC
Denison, TX
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Parrish Aviation Flight Academy LLC
Dallas, TX
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Pilots Choice Aviation INC
Georgetown, TX
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Pro Aircraft
Fort Worth, TX
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Raider Aviation LLC
Slaton, TX
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Rich Aviation Services LLC
Fort Worth, TX
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Sky Helicopters INC
Garland, TX
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Sky Safety INC
San Antonio, TX
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Skyline Aviation INC
San Angelo, TX
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Skymates INC
Grand Prairie, TX
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Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
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Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX
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Texas Aviation Academy LLC
New Braunfels, TX
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Texas Flight Aviation
Spring, TX
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Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
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Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
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Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX
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Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX
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Texas Womans University
Denton, TX
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Thrust Flight LLC.
Addison, TX
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Thrust Flight LLC.
Denison, TX
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Thrust Flight LLC.
Conroe, TX
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U S Flight Academy
Post, TX
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Uhi INC
Waco, TX
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United Flight Systems
Spring, TX
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US Aviation Group LLC
Fort Worth, TX
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US Aviation Group LLC
San Marcos, TX
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US Aviation Group LLC
Conroe, TX
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US Aviation Group LLC
Kerrville, TX
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US Aviation Group LLC.
Denton, TX
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Veracity Aviation
Seguin, TX
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Veracity Aviation Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
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Veracity Aviation Pearland
Pearland, TX
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Veracity Aviation Taylor
Taylor, TX
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Want current CFI openings, not just schools?
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Unlock Current CFI JobsWhat flight schools in Texas typically look for
FAA rules set baseline certificate and flight instructor eligibility requirements, but individual flight schools may add their own aircraft, schedule, insurance, and experience preferences. CFI jobs commonly ask for:
- A Commercial Pilot Certificate
- A CFI certificate (CFII often preferred to teach instrument students)
- MEI helpful at multi-engine schools
- A current medical certificate
- Recent instructional proficiency and a clean, current logbook
- Availability and schedule flexibility, including evenings and weekends
Flight instructor eligibility is set out in 14 CFR § 61.183, with instructor limitations and qualifications in 14 CFR § 61.195. Keep your logbook accurate per 14 CFR § 61.51.
How to improve your chances of a CFI job in Texas
- Add a CFII if you only hold a CFI
- Add an MEI if the area has multi-engine schools
- Keep your logbook clean and current
- Build a simple, professional aviation resume
- Be flexible on schedule and willing to relocate within the area
- Reach out to schools directly and watch for seasonal hiring
- Set up job alerts so you catch new CFI openings early
Metro areas in Texas
Flight instructor jobs in other states
Related FlyTo1500 resources
- Flight instructor job requirements — pay, ratings, and how CFI work builds hours
- Flight instructor jobs by location — the full state and metro hub
- 250-hour pilot jobs — what's realistic right after training
- How to get 1,500 flight hours and the best jobs to build hours
Official sources referenced
FAA rules set baseline certificate and flight instructor eligibility requirements; individual schools add their own aircraft, insurance, and experience preferences. Always confirm current rules with the FAA and the specific school.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find flight instructor jobs in Texas?+
Start by identifying the flight schools near you — Texas has 68 flight schools in the FlyTo1500 employer database. CFI hiring varies by school, season, and student demand, so reach out to schools directly and use FlyTo1500 to track current or recently listed CFI openings that match your certificates and ratings.
How many flight schools are in Texas?+
FlyTo1500 currently tracks 68 flight schools in Texas, concentrated around Fort Worth, Waco, San Antonio, Addison, Conroe, Georgetown. These are potential flight instructor employers; whether any is hiring at a given time depends on the school, aircraft availability, and instructor turnover.
Do CFI jobs in Texas require a CFII?+
Not always, but many schools prefer or require a CFII so you can teach instrument students, and an MEI helps at multi-engine schools. Exact requirements vary by school, aircraft, and insurance. A base CFI certificate is typically the minimum.
How much do flight instructors make in Texas?+
Flight instructor pay in Texas varies widely by school, whether it's hourly or salaried, your ratings, and how many students you fly. Because ranges shift often, check current listings rather than relying on a single figure. FlyTo1500 links you to the original source so you can see the real terms.
Are there entry-level CFI jobs in Texas?+
Often yes — flight instructing is one of the most common first jobs for newly certificated pilots, and Texas's 68 schools make it a reasonable place to start. Availability depends on the school and season, and some prefer a CFII. See our 250-hour pilot jobs guide for what's realistic early on.
Can FlyTo1500 help me find CFI jobs in Texas?+
Yes. FlyTo1500 tracks flight schools and CFI opportunities and lets you compare them against your hours, certificates, and ratings, so you can focus on openings you qualify for. FlyTo1500 helps you discover and compare jobs — it does not employ pilots.
Want to know which CFI jobs you actually qualify for?
FlyTo1500 helps you compare low-time pilot jobs based on your hours, certificates, ratings, and job goals — so you can focus on openings that actually match your logbook.
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