Bachelor of Science in
Aeronautical Science

Strong Career Potential

• Continued demand for pilots opens the way for careers in:
• The airline industry
• Corporate aviation
• Helicopter operations
• Military aviation
• Flight instruction

Hands-On Learning

• Deep connections with the aerospace industry ensure a range of hands-on opportunities that include:
• Internships
• Co-ops

Key Partnerships

• Gateway hiring programs with regional and major airlines help define direct paths to careers on the flight deck.

Leading Edge Training

• Degree program accredited by Aviation Accreditation Board International.
• Flight training is FAA-approved under CFR 14 Part 141.

An Early Start

• Programs also are approved for the Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate, allowing graduates to be hired with 1,000 flight hours.
• 500 hours less than the minimum requirement.

Notable Careers

• Airline Pilot
• Corporate Pilot
• Flight Instructor
• Flight Operations and Safety

Growing Demand

• A 2020 Boeing study forecasts the need for 763,000 new pilots by 2040.

Notable Employers of Alumni

• Delta Air Lines
• American Airlines
• JetBlue
• PSA
• Boeing
• United States Air Force

Transfer Credit

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Estimated Costs

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Campuses Offering Degree

• Daytona Beach, FL
• Prescott, AZ

Specializations

• Rotary Wing (Helicopter) Pilot (PC): Earn helicopter ratings
• Airbus Track (DB): Earn an A-320 type rating

The Daytona Beach and Prescott locations offer excellent flying weather all year.

Nearby towered and non-towered airports provide a variety of airspace experiences and training opportunities.

Daytona Beach:

• Modern fleets of twin- and single-engine aircraft
• Advanced flight simulators
• CRJ-200 Regional Jet Full Flight Simulator

Prescott:

• Modern fleets of twin- and single-engine aircraft
• Advanced flight simulators
• R-22 and R-44 helicopters

Consider the following degrees:

• B.S. in Aeronautics (DB, PC) – Broad foundation for an aviation career
• B.S. in Air Traffic Management (DB, PC) – Launch a career in air traffic control
• B.S. in Aviation Business Administration (DB, PC) – Learn the business of flight
• B.S. in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DB, PC)

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