US Airline-Owned Flight School Launches Search for New Chief Flight Instructor in 2025

USA–Leadership In Flight Training (LIFT) Academy, the U.S.-based abinitio flight training group of Republic Airways, has announced an opening for a Chief Flight Instructor (CFI) responsible for leading instructor teams and maintaining training standards across all four LIFT Academy locations.

• The CFI position is based in Indianapolis and includes oversight of training delivery, instructor performance, and compliance with FAA regulatory requirements.
• Responsibilities include ensuring standardisation, safety, and efficiency in all training operations, while upholding LIFT Academy’s culture of excellence.
• LIFT Academy operates a modern fleet of Diamond DA40/DA42 aircraft and advanced flight simulators, offering students a direct career pathway to Republic Airways.

Source: LIFT Academy