Interesting indeed.I'm just about to start an FI Course.Having considered a CRI I decided the FI offers better long term options.
Now with regard to the discussion above whats to stop one having a CRI issued with the FI(R).After all the 25 hour core teaching element is included as is the 3 hour flying requirement and you pass a Skills Test with an FIE.
So whats the catch?
I wonder if this anomoly has been brought up (AOPA-you listening?) in the EASA consultation.Certainly seems to be illogical as it stands.
Thanks for the help.