Aviation Programs
Have you always wondered about how aviation evolved? You will explore the evolution of aviation–from Lilienthol to Elon Musk. Students will have the opportunity to visit the ILM airport to learn about everything from airport operations to careers and air traffic control. Subjects in class will include Airports, Air Traffic Control, the flight environment, how to become a pilot, aviation careers, aerodynamics, and flight fundamentals.
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Job Outlook
The aviation industry is experiencing unprecedented growth. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of airline and commercial pilots is expected to soar to an estimated 16,800 job openings each year. With our flexible and affordable Career Pilot Program courses, you’ll have an excellent opportunity to take your first steps on your journey to a dynamic and rewarding career.
COURSES OFFERED
Private Pilot Ground School
Prerequisites: None
This course will provide a student with preparation to take the FAA Private Pilot Written exam. Students will receive instruction in general airplane knowledge, meteorology for aviation, FAA regulations, navigation/flight planning, aviation physiology and additional topics. This course prepares individuals for the FAA Private Pilot Written exam by providing review of subject areas required and practice testing in person and online.
Note: A passed private pilot written exam, also called a knowledge test, expires 24 calendar months after the month it was taken, meaning you must complete your practical test within that timeframe or retake the written exam.
Aviation Fundamentals (Hyflex)
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to introduce students to the development of military and civil aviation from the beginning of humans taking flight through today with the latest technologies and space exploration. The course will include; historical milestones in aviation, aircraft engineering advancements, aeronautical theory, basic aerodynamics, and career exploration.
Pilot Instrument Ground School (Hyflex)
Prerequisites: Private Pilot
The course is designed to cover all areas of instrument airplane written test preparation as a ground school course to prepare students for the FAA written instrument test. Topics include; FAA instrument flight rules, airspace and the flight environment, physiology of IFR flying, aeromedical factors & emergency operations, radio navigation aids and procedures, charts, flight planning, meteorology and aircraft performance.
Some Career Pilot courses are offered via hyflex making it more accessible.
How does hyflex work?
Your instructor is on campus teaching during the regularly scheduled class time. You can choose to attend class in person or log into the online meeting to attend class virtually. HyFlex offerings change each semester based on availability.
Aviation Maintenance Technician- Coming soon!
An aviation maintenance technician (AMT), also known as an aircraft mechanic, is a professional who inspects, maintains, and repairs aircraft to ensure their safe and efficient operation.
The average mediation pay for an AMT is $75,400 per year and the projected job growth in North Carolina is 16% over the next 10 years.
