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Henderson State University

J Beckett — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:40:59 +0000

From Henderson State: Henderson’s Department of Aviation is Arkansas’ only university program that offers a four-year Bachelor of Science degree specifically in aviation. We prepare students for the professional aviation workplace.
* The Professional Pilot Track provides students with zero flight experience with the education and flight training required to become a professional pilot for an airline or corporation.
* The Aviation Management Track is for students interested in working at the management level in the aviation industry without being a commercial pilot.

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Polk State College

Isabel Goyer — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:25:53 +0000

From Polk State: This program utilizes a state-of-the-art approach to training that allows students from all aerospace degree paths to share knowledge and experience in a blended learning environment modeled on the actual operations of the modern aerospace industry. Our program relies on the guiding principles of the Safety Management System (SMS) concept, now an industry standard for all professional aviation operations. By building our training program around solid flight safety data, we are able to graduate aerospace professionals who not only fly, manage, and maintain airplanes, but do so as safely as possible.

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Institute of Aviation at Parkland College

J Beckett — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:16:08 +0000

From Institute of Aviation: The Institute of Aviation was founded at the University of Illinois in 1946. It was the first aviation school in the US to be certified by the FAA to conduct all tests leading to the issuance of civilian pilot certificates.

In September 2013, the university entered an agreement to transfer ownership to Parkland College for continued flight training. Leasing the university’s aircraft and facilities at Willard Airport, the Institute officially opened for the Fall 2014 academic semester.

Institute alumni fly for all major US airlines and for military, corporate, cargo, and charter organizations worldwide. More than 3,000 Institute of Aviation graduates have gone on to train other pilots as instructors.

We’re proud to uphold a longstanding tradition of aviation excellence.

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California Aeronautical University

Isabel Goyer — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:08:25 +0000

From CAU: More than just a pilot school, CAU is an aviation community. Our students don’t just pass tests and get degrees, they get the chance to go after their dream of an aviation career and actually have a lot of fun doing it! Our California and Arizona aviation school campuses and flight school training centers are designed to let students have the best of both worlds — the aviation training you need in a fun, supportive atmosphere that makes you forget this is school. The future doesn’t wait for you!

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Lewis University

J Beckett — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:59:47 +0000

From Lewis University: Home to United Airlines, Boeing Corporation and the 2nd busiest airport in the world, O’Hare International, there’s no better place than the Chicago metropolitan area to gain direct access to the practical, hands-on experience you must have to launch an exciting career in aviation.

With active partnerships at both O’Hare and Midway International airports, and our very own regional airport right on-campus, we provide you with a total immersion into the aviation industry that is simply unmatched by programs in more rural locations.

Lewis University programs are FAA-approved and nationally recognized. In fact, Lewis was recently awarded the Loening Trophy as the outstanding all-around collegiate aviation program in the nation. It doesn’t get much better than that. As a national leader in aviation education, established in 1932, the Lewis University name is well known and highly regarded giving our aviation graduates a strong professional network to tap into and a competitive advantage. Because we offer more than just a “technical” program you’ll also be exposed to courses in business, management, technology and liberal arts – exactly the type of holistic background aviation employers seek. Nearly 1.5 million pilots and technicians are needed by 2035 with another 800,000 jobs in aviation. As a result, our students are in demand more than ever. Many times, they are recruited right from the classroom. Lewis University is the place where aviation careers take flight.

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Everglades University

Isabel Goyer — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:58:16 +0000

From Everglades University: The curriculum of Everglades University is designed to give students the opportunity to acquire a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Aviation/Aerospace that can include an area of Concentration. The program provides the aviation professional with an extensive academic background to complement his/her aviation technical background whether it is in Air Traffic Control, Aviation Maintenance, Flight Operations, Dispatch Operations through verified FAA Certifications or Military Aviation Operations. Individuals not holding FAA Certifications will be able to complete the program with required coursework. The program provides a solid general education combined with the flexibility for coursework covering a wide range of specific aviation courses and a strong line-up of management courses.

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Augusta Technical College

J Beckett — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:54:10 +0000

From Augusta Technical College: The program is intended to provide students with an introduction to the occupational area of Aviation Maintenance Technology as currently understood and practiced by Federal Aviation Administration mechanic certificate holders with airframe and/or powerplant ratings. In addition, the combined airframe and powerplant curriculum is designed to provide students with the technical knowledge and skills required to diagnose problems and repair aircraft airframes, both metal and wood, their systems and components, and aircraft powerplants, both reciprocating and turbine, their systems and components. Satisfactory completion of all program courses entitles students to participate in FAA airframe and powerplant examinations and certification.

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Glendale Community College

Isabel Goyer — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:35:53 +0000

From Glendale Community College: For over 60 years the aviation department at Glendale Community College has been helping students realize their dreams of obtaining a challenging and rewarding career in the field of aviation.

We offer two programs: Pilot Training Program and Flight Attendant and Travel Career Program. Every student that passes through our programs wins, not only because of the excellent teachers and facilities but also due to the extremely affordable tuition here.

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Skyborne Academy Vero Beach

Isabel Goyer — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:17:40 +0000

From Skyborne Academy: Skyborne Airline Academy’s goal is simple — establish the finest and most trusted airline training academy in the industry. There is a high demand for competent, suitable and resilient professionals, which is why we are committed to selecting and developing the most talented trainees in the field.

Through a state-of-the-art educational approach, access to industry-leading equipment and vastly experienced tutoring, pilots, cabin crew and airlines alike can be safe in the knowledge they will have chosen the UK’s premier airline training option.

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Thrust Flight

Isabel Goyer — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:07:32 +0000

From Thrust Flight: Whether you’ve dreamed of being a pilot since you first laid eyes on a plane, or you’re shifting to a new career, our Zero Time to AirlineÂ® and other career oriented programs were built just for you.

Don’t let your flight training drag on for years, moving slowly through each rating. Discover financing options that will work best for you and jump right into training full time. Before you know it you’ll be meeting with our airline partners to start your career as an airline pilot.

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