Program Overview

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School of Aviation

The School of Aviation at Auburn University offers a Bachelor of Science in Professional Flight degree program. This program provides a solid foundation of aeronautical knowledge and piloting skills expected by professional aviation organizations and necessary for success in the aviation industry.

Program Overview

Auburn University is an FAA-approved Part 141 pilot school. Flight operations are conducted at the Auburn University Regional Airport (KAUO), which is less than three miles from campus and easily accessible via the university's Tiger Transit shuttle service. The Professional Flight degree qualifies for the FAA Restricted Airline Transport (R-ATP) certification with as little as 1,000 hours of flying experience.

Degree Certifications and Ratings

The Professional Flight degree qualifies the graduate for the eventual attainment of the FAA Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certification with as little as 1,000 hours of flying experience. Degree certifications and ratings include:

• Private Pilot Certification
• Instrument-Airplane Rating
• Commercial Pilot Certification
• Multi-Engine Rating Certificated Flight Instructor with Airplane Single-Engine rating (CFI), CFI with Instrument-Airplane rating (CFII), and CFI with Multi-Engine rating (MEI) courses are also available.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Professional Flight program is to develop highly desired professional pilots and thought leaders who will serve as a positive force in aviation and the world.

Program Educational Goals

The program aims to:

1. Develop professional pilots with exceptional knowledge, skills, and values. Graduates will be highly educated, technically proficient, safety-oriented, and business-minded.
2. Develop professional pilots that advance global aviation. Graduates will have a global perspective and embrace diverse cultures and ideas. Graduates will recognize historical trends, current issues, and emerging opportunities.
3. Develop professional pilots that aspire to lead. Graduates will champion integrity, cultivate professional and personal growth opportunities, subscribe to a philosophy of lifelong learning, and lead by serving others.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Professional Flight B.S. program will:

1. Conduct flight operations in a professional, safe, and efficient manner.
2. Describe historical trends, current issues, and emerging opportunities in aviation.
3. Apply effective oral and written communication skills to function effectively in the aviation environment.
4. Articulate the value of integrity, lifelong learning, and building diverse teams in serving and leading others.
5. Possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitude to competently and ethically function as a professional pilot in the aviation industry.

Restricted Privileges ATP Certificate

The Professional Flight degree qualifies for the FAA Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certification with as little as 1,000 hours of flying experience. Ground and flight training for the commercial pilot certificate and instrument rating must be completed at Auburn to be R-ATP eligible.

Flight Fees

Flight lab courses have an associated flight fee established by the School of Aviation prior to the start of the academic year. Flight fees are allocated to cover aircraft, flight simulation, flight instructor, and FAA knowledge test fees.

Admission Procedures

Admission to the Professional Flight degree program is a two-step process. Students must:

1. Apply and be admitted to Auburn University as a Pre-Professional Flight student before the Professional Flight secondary application deadline.
2. Submit the secondary application and be admitted to the Professional Flight degree program.

Admission Requirements for Freshmen

• Apply and be admitted to Auburn University as a Pre-Professional Flight student.
• Submit the secondary application and be admitted to the Professional Flight degree program.

Admission Requirements for External Transfer Students

• Apply and be admitted to Auburn University as a Pre-Professional Flight student.
• Submit the secondary application and be admitted to the Professional Flight degree program.
• Hold a Private Pilot Certificate at the time of application.
• Have a 2.7 transfer GPA.

Admission Requirements for Internal Transfer Students

• Apply and be admitted to the Professional Flight degree program through a secondary application.
• Hold a Private Pilot Certificate at the time of application.
• Have a 2.7 ungapped Auburn GPA.

Admissions Deadlines and Notification

Students desiring enrollment in Professional Flight must be admitted to Auburn University and complete the secondary application by the specified deadlines.

Additional Requirements

• FAA 1st Class Medical Certificate: Students must submit their FAA 1st Class Medical Certificate at the time of application.
• Advanced Credit for Pilot Certification: Students may earn advanced placement credit for pilot certification/rating upon evidence of the FAA pilot certificate/rating at enrollment.

Progression Standards

Professional Flight students are expected to progress in the degree program within a reasonable amount of time. Progress is measured in terms of flight instruction lab completion, overall academic performance, and display of the moral character traits required in the FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.

Orientation for Incoming Students

Incoming students must attend orientation programs, such as Camp War Eagle or Successfully Orienting Students (SOS), to plan their fall semester schedule and sign up for classes.

Student Life

Major coursework for the professional flight degree starts in the freshman year with ground school and flight education courses. Students take university core curriculum courses and join student organizations to connect with other students, alumni, and industry professionals.

Equipment

Auburn's flight training aircraft fleet comprises Garmin1000-equipped Cessna 172SP Skyhawks and Piper PA-44-180 Seminoles. Advanced Aviation Training Devices (AATDs) include Frasca flight simulators and a Flight Deck Solutions A320 Advanced Fixed-Based Procedure Trainer.

Accreditation

The Professional Flight degree is accredited by Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI), the organization responsible for academic accreditation of aviation and aerospace educational programs.

Comprehensive Assessment Plan

A comprehensive assessment plan is written and implemented by School of Aviation faculty and staff to meet requirements set forth by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) and Auburn University.