Aviation Technology - Professional Pilot: BS
Department: Aviation Technology
College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
About This Degree
The aviation technology - professional pilot degree is designed for students who intend to pursue a career as an airline pilot, plan to fly for charter, commuter, or corporate airlines, or who wish to operate their own aviation-related business.
During freshman and sophomore years, students complete courses that develop general flying skills and provide a background in aviation. During junior and senior years, students spend the majority of time focused on improving flight skills and preparing for careers by taking courses in commercial certification, airline management, aviation law, and more. Over the course of their studies, students will complete approximately 250 to 300 hours of flight time.
Emphases (students must choose an emphasis)
- Fixed Wing - Train to fly fixed wing aircraft.
- Rotorcraft - Train to fly rotorcraft.
Locations
- Price (USU Eastern)
Location Restrictions
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View Potential Careers
With a degree in aviation technology - professional pilot, students can pursue careers as pilots in the following areas:
- Charter and regional airlines
- Commuter airlines
- Corporate flight departments
- Agricultural spray operations
- Military aviation
- Scenic tours
- EMS
- Aerial firefighting
- Wildlife study
The Career and Design Center provides counseling and information on hundreds of job and internship opportunities and even helps students apply and interview.