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Backseat Pilot FOI AI Study Tool

AI study app for CFI candidates covering the Fundamentals of Instruction, built from the Aviation Instructor's Handbook and Backseat Pilot's CFI lesson plans. Five modes: Learn, Listen, Quiz, Teach (explain a topic out loud and get AI feedback on your teaching) and Oral (DPE-style questions and scenarios), plus progress tracking.

Last verified Oct 24, 2026 against its official site or app listing

CategoryCheckride & Oral Exam Prep
PricingFirst lesson (I.A.1) free with all five tools, no card; $20/mo, cancel anytime; included for life with The Whole Shebang Pro
Free tier / trialFirst lesson (I.A.1) free with all five tools, no card
PlatformsWeb
MakerBackseat Pilot
Websitehttps://thebackseatpilot.com/products/cfi-prep-app
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