Credit Hours: 5, Contact Hours: 5

Division: Aviation

A flight course structured to provide a minimum of 40 dual and solo flight hours to meet the aeronautical experience requirements for a private pilot. Upon completion of this course, the student will have attained the FAA Private Pilot Rating. Course requires 40 hours of flight time, 8.0 hours of pre/post, and 17.5 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $267/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the Stage 2 stage check is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 4

Division: Aviation

A flight course designed to meet the aeronautical experience requirements for the FAA Instrument check ride. Upon completion of this course, the student will have attained the FAA Instrument Rating. Course requires 39.8 flight hours, 9.8 hours of pre/post, and 17.7 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $267/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the Stage 4 stage check is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

The student will advance their skills required by the FAA to obtain a Commercial Pilot Certificate. They will gain experience in different aircraft with the opportunity to gain a Tailwheel Endorsement or Seaplane Rating. Students will increase their instrument proficiency while conducting cross country flights. Course requires 35 flight hours, 6 of pre/post, and 10 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $267/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the Stage 5 stage check is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

A flight course structured to provide dual and solo flight hours to partially fulfill the flight hour requirements for the FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate. This course will provide a review of VFR cross-country navigation procedures and introduce the student to multi-engine flight. Course requires 30 flight hours, 2.5 hours of pre/post, and 22 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for single-engine ground instruction and $70/hour for multi-engine flight instruction and $267/hour for the single aircraft and flight instructor and $400/hour for the multi-engine aircraft and instructor. Completion of the Stage 6 stage check is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

This course is the last of three flight courses required to obtain the FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate. This course consists of flight hours with an emphasis on commercial flight maneuvers in preparation for the Commercial Pilot FAA Practical Test. Upon completion of this course, the student will have attained the FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate. Course requires 30 flight hours, 7 hours of pre/post, and 11 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $267/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the FAA Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land checkride is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 1

Division: Aviation

This flight course is designed to give the student the aeronautical knowledge, proficiency, and experience required to meet the FAA Practical Test Standards for the Private or Commercial Multi-engine rating. Upon completion of this course, the student will have attained the FAA Multi-engine Land Rating. Course requires 12.4 flight hours, 4.6 hours of pre/post, and 6.4 ground hours. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $70/hour for ground instruction and $400/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the FAA Commercial Airplane Multi Engine Land checkride is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

In this course, the student will learn the skills to be a Certified Multi Engine Flight Instructor (MEI). They will master the skills of the Private and Commercial Pilot ratings. In addition, they will learn how to be an effective teacher and understand all FAA rules and regulations that accompany being an instructor. Course requires 5 flight hours, 1.3 hours of pre/post, and 5 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates for effective August 2025 are $70/hour for ground instruction and $400/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the FAA Flight Instructor Multi-engine checkride is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 1, Contact Hours: 1

Division: Aviation

This course is designed to provide the student with the skills, knowledge, and experience in flying a tailwheel aircraft. Course requires 4 flight hours, and 1 hour of pre/post. Hourly rate effective August 2025 is $247/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Pilot weight restrictions may apply in this aircraft. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

In this course, the student will gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to receive endorsement for the FAA Practical Test. Students will learn in a Piper Super Cub on floats as they demonstrate maneuvers and landings. Course requires 5 flight hours, 1.2 hours of pre/post, and 1 hour of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $247/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Pilot weight restrictions may apply in this aircraft. Completion of the FAA Commercial Single Engine Sea checkride is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 1, Contact Hours: 1

Division: Aviation

In this course, the student will learn the foundations to safely perform basic aerobatic maneuvers. Also, the student will gain confidence and skills necessary to recover from various unusual flight attitudes that will increase the students' overall flight safety. Course requires 6 flight hours, 1.5 hours of pre/post, and 2 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $247/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Pilot weight restrictions may apply in this aircraft. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

The student perfects both teaching and instrument flying skills while sitting in the right seat of the cockpit. The student develops the knowledge and ability to teach others instrument flying procedures. Course requires 6 flight hours, 1.2 hours of pre/post, and 8 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $267/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Completion of the FAA Flight Instructor Instrument checkride is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 4

Division: Aviation

In this course, the student will learn the skills to be a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). They will master the skills of the Private and Commercial Pilot ratings. In addition, they will learn how to be an effective teacher and understand all FAA rules and regulations that accompany being an instructor. Course requires 18 flight hours, 4.5 hours of pre/post, and 20 hours of ground instruction. Hourly rates for effective August 2025 are $62/hour for ground instruction and $267/hour for the aircraft and flight instructor. Pilot weight restrictions may apply in training aircraft. Completion of the FAA Flight Instructor checkride is required to successfully complete this course. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 5, Contact Hours: 5

Division: Aviation

This course will provide the aeronautical knowledge required of a private pilot and prepare the student to take the FAA Private Pilot written examination. Topics include: aerodynamics, engine and aircraft systems, airport operations, weight and balance, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations, meteorology, airspace, navigation, and flight physiology. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

This course identifies and develops leadership characteristics specifically applicable to professional pilots. This course is designed to teach students how to combine strong technical knowledge, aeronautical decision-making and ethics to be a successful leader and contributor in the aviation industry. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course is designed to demonstrate the importance of a strong relationship between the pilots and maintenance. It is designed to give students a comprehensive understanding of what keeps an aircraft safe and airworthy, focusing on the vital relationship between pilots and A&P’s. Students will learn to "speak the language" of mechanics by studying aircraft systems, components, safe repair practices, and the Federal Aviation Regulations. This course combines classroom theory with hands-on experience in the maintenance hangar. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 2, Contact Hours: 2

Division: Aviation

This course provides an introduction and overview of the theories, concepts, and applications in the field of aviation safety to include accident theory, risk management, safety management systems, and principles of safe aircraft operation. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course is designed to provide pilots with a comprehensive understanding of aviation weather and its application in flight planning and decision-making. You will learn how to interpret weather data, make informed go/no-go decisions, and apply strategies to mitigate weather-related risks. The course emphasizes practical skills for assessing weather conditions, understanding key weather phenomena, and enhancing safety during flight operations. A basic understanding in the theory of meteorology is desired. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course will provide an overview and analysis of the international aviation industry. International oversight organizations will be reviewed along with interactions with national regulations. Students will evaluate country differences with regard to aviation regulations, global aviation safety and business forecasts. An analysis of cultural differences for International Aviation Operations will be covered with case studies from current international pilots. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course is designed to prepare those students seeking to be career pilots to be successful in the intense aircraft systems ground schools offered by the airlines, manufacturers, and private training providers such as Flight Safety. Each major system of large turbine aircraft will be studied, first, in a general overview and then for a specific model, large transport category, jet aircraft. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

A study of fundamental legal and aviation law principles as they apply to the various segments of the aviation industry. There will be special emphasis on contemporary aviation legal issues. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 4

Division: Aviation

This course provides the comprehensive aeronautical knowledge required for professional pilots. Students will conduct an advanced study of topics essential to commercial operations, including advanced aerodynamics, complex aircraft systems, weight and balance, and aircraft performance charts. The curriculum also provides an in-depth review of advanced meteorology, navigation, radio communications, and national airspace. A strong emphasis is placed on Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), aviation safety (including ADM), and career opportunities for commercial pilots. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 4

Division: Aviation

This course provides the knowledge required to earn a FAA Instrument Rating and to prepare the student to take the FAA Instrument Rating-Airplane written exam. Topics include flight instruments, navigation, departure, enroute and arrival procedures, instrument approaches, IFR emergencies, aviation weather, and IFR cross-country flight planning. Group 2 course.

Corequisites: AVF 132

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course enables students to complete Module 1 subjects towards the EASA ATPL (A) Pilot License. Subject areas covered include Knowledge/Skills/Attitudes Introduction, Instrumentation, General Navigation, Meteorology and Human Performance/Limitations. Once students successfully complete the course lessons, progress tests and final exam, they will obtain the necessary sign off to then take Module 1 EASA ground school exams. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course enables students to complete Module 2 subjects towards the EASA ATPL (A) Pilot License. Subject areas covered include Radio Navigation, Aircraft General Knowledge, Air Law, Flight Planning and Communications. Once students successfully complete the course lessons, progress tests and final exam, they will obtain the necessary sign off to then take Module 2 EASA ground school exams. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course enables students to complete Module 3 subjects towards the EASA ATPL (A) Pilot License. Subject areas covered include Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, Performance and Mass/Balance. Once students successfully complete the course lessons, progress tests and final exam, they will obtain the necessary sign off to then take Module 3 EASA ground school exams. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

Division: Aviation

This course provides an introduction to Crew Resource Management (CRM), focusing on the principles of effective teamwork and communication in aviation. You’ll develop essential 'soft' skills such as communication, aeronautical decision-making (ADM), and critical thinking. Through analysis of real-world incidents where poor CRM played a role, you’ll gain valuable insights into its impact on safety. The course combines classroom instruction with hands-on simulator sessions, giving you practical opportunities to apply and refine these skills. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours: 5, Contact Hours: 5

Division: Aviation

This class is designed to equip aspiring flight instructors with the essential skills and knowledge needed to teach others effectively. It covers teaching techniques, lesson planning, flight maneuvers, and how to provide constructive feedback. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience, participants will build the confidence and competence required to guide the next generation of aviators. Group 2 course.