APS.ASPP - Associate of Science - Major in Professional Pilot
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Program Description
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Apply leadership principles related to safely operating an aircraft in various commercial operations.
Demonstrate risk management, decision-making, aeronautical knowledge, and piloting skills to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for a Commercial Pilot as described by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Demonstrate risk management, decision-making, aeronautical knowledge, and piloting skills to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for an instrument-rated pilot as described by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Integrate a biblical framework that guides business and personal interactions.
Admissions Requirements for this Program
Proof of standard high school diploma, GED certification, or current high school transcript for approval by the Aviation Program Director.
Submission of all required items for the admissions process as outlined in the "application procedures" section of the application packet.
All prospective students must be interviewed and approved by the program director or designee.
Students must agree to and sign the university’s Aviation Program Waiver of Liability Document.
Students must agree to understand and follow the most current version of the university’s Aviation Pilot Student Handbook.
In addition, the following Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements will apply:
Be at least 17 years of age for the Private Pilot Certificate.
Be at least 18 years of age for the Commercial Pilot Certificate.
Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language*.
Complete verification requirements as required by the Transportation Safety Association (TSA), including presenting either of the following: original Passport or original birth-certificate and government-issued photo identification.
Hold either a First-Class or Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate.
*The “speak” can be satisfied in the interview by the program director, and for international students, the “read” and “write” can be satisfied by a minimum TOEFL score of 79.
Additional Requirements for this Program
Students should purchase various piloting devices to perform the functions of a pilot such as a flight computer, current aeronautical charts, headset, etc.
Students who need more flight training time beyond the budget for each course must add funds to their account to continue their training.
Graduation Requirements for this Program
Completion of 60 semester hours.
Completion of foundational requirements, specified general education requirements and major requirements.
Students must maintain a “B” grade in all AVP courses. Failure to maintain the appropriate academic progress may result in suspension from the program.
Cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher.
Completion of 24 hours of general education requirements as specified (CAPS - General Education Requirements).
Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.
FAA Commercial Certificate.
FAA Instrument Rating.