Program Overview

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Aeronautical Management Technology (Professional Flight), BS

The Aeronautical Management Technology (Professional Flight) program at Arizona State University (ASU) is designed for students who aspire to become professional airline pilots. This program offers a comprehensive education in flight operations, preparing graduates for careers in the aviation industry.

Program Description

Students in the professional flight concentration of the Bachelor of Science program in Aeronautical Management Technology learn to fly in an academic environment that prepares graduates for careers as professional pilots. Flight training is offered by an ASU-approved flight provider in late-model aircraft equipped with state-of-the-art avionics. Students may take advantage of pathway agreements for guaranteed interviews with regional air carriers.

At a Glance

• College/school: Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
• Location: Polytechnic
• Second language requirement: No
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
• First required math course: MAT 170 - Precalculus
• Math intensity: Moderate

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Aeronautical Management Technology (Professional Flight) program includes a range of courses that provide students with a solid foundation in aviation principles, flight operations, and management. Students can view the 2025-2026 curriculum and archives for more information.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Accelerated Program Options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
• Additional requirements: This major has additional admission requirements, including Federal Aviation Administration requirements. Students are admitted with preprofessional status and must complete additional requirements for admission to the professional program.

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone's situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Change of Major Requirements

Current ASU students who wish to change their major to professional flight must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A").

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

Global Opportunities

Aviation is a global industry, and understanding intercultural communication is vital to succeeding in it. Study abroad programs offered around the globe give students insight into the study of professional flight.

Career Opportunities

The professional flight concentration offers students private pilot, commercial pilot, and flight instructor certificates as well as instrument pilot, instrument instructor, and multiengine pilot ratings. With these flight qualifications and technically based bachelor's degree, graduates have a wide variety of career opportunities, including flight crew service on commercial and business aircraft as an airline or corporate pilot.

Professional Licensure

ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state.