The benefits of being a Master
Recognition of achievement beyond government and industry minimums — and the tools to show it.
Every designee receives
An engraved plaque
A laser-engraved plaque for first-time designees, or a new date plate to add to an existing plaque when you renew.
Master logo lapel pin
Wear the Master Instructor wings.
Use of the Master logo
On your website and promotional materials.
A career reference
Use your accreditation as a reference for future employment.
Renewal of CFI Certification using MICEP
Your current Master designation can be used to renew your flight instructor certificate through IACRA with a FIRE-authorized DPE.
More: renewal requirements (Word)
Example completed Form 8710-1 (PDF)
Special plaques are available for schools and businesses with more than one MICEP designee on staff.
For flight instructors
Practical advantages
Part 141 credentials. Use your designation to renew Part 141 chief or assistant chief flight instructor credentials.
Insurance discount. An additional discount on SAFE’s Flight Instructor Liability Insurance program (SAFE membership required).
Distinctions
For Ten-Time and Emeritus Masters
MA-1 flight jacket
Ten-Time Masters receive an MA-1 flight jacket, provided by Sporty’s Pilot Shop and embroidered with their name and the Master Instructor logo.
MICEP wings lapel pin
Reserved for Ten-Time and Emeritus Masters. Inspired by the eagle-headed “Instructor” wings that civilian flight schools issued under the Civilian Pilot Training Program (1938–1944).
What Masters report
From our survey of Master Instructors (October 2010)
- “MICEP challenged the vast majority of designees to become better educators.”
- Most reported income increases of roughly 10 to 40 percent after designation.
- Several flight schools offered their Masters incentive packages worth up to $8,000.
It’s been an honor to participate in it for the past 20 years.
Don Kaye, Ten-Time Master
Find the designation that fits you
Five designations, plus Emeritus for long-serving Masters.