College of Education and Professional Studies
Aviation Professional Pilot
Bachelor of Science | Major
Bachelor of Science in Aviation Professional Pilot
Are you interested in flight schools within Washington State?
The CWU Professional Pilot, BS prepares you for pilot careers in the aviation industry. Graduates with the Professional Pilot degree can fly for corporations and every major and regional airline in the United States. CWU is the place where you can be whatever you want to be. For Aviation students that means bonding with others who share your passion for the art and science of flight.
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Aviation Department
Black Hall Room 225
1101 Bowers Rd, Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 963-2640
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Aviation Department Website
Professional Pilot Core
The professional pilot core provides the aeronautical knowledge and practical skills to earn an FAA commercial pilot certificate.
- AVM 330 - Aviation Law
- AVP 418 - Threat and Error Management in Aviation
- AVP 101 - Private Pilot Flight Stage I
- AVP 102 - Private Pilot Flight Stage II
- AVP 103 - Private Pilot Flight Stage III
- AVP 131 - Introduction to Aviation
- AVP 141 - Private Pilot Ground I
- AVP 142 - Private Pilot Ground II
- AVP 201 - Instrument Flight Laboratory Stage I
- AVP 202 - Instrument Flight Laboratory Stage II
- AVP 203 - Instrument Flight Laboratory Stage III
- AVP 211 - Meteorology for Pilots
- AVP 221 - Aircraft Systems - Reciprocating
- AVP 222 - Aircraft Systems - Complex
- AVP 241 - Instrument Rating Ground I
- AVP 242 - Instrument Rating Ground II
- AVP 304 - Commercial Pilot Flight Stage IV
- AVP 305 - Commercial Pilot Flight Stage V
- AVP 306 - Commercial Pilot Flight Stage VI
- AVP 319 - Applied Aerodynamics
- AVP 331 - National Airspace System
- AVP 340 - Human Factors in Flight
- AVP 354 - Commercial Pilot Ground
- AVP 470 - Professional Pilot Capstone
Department-approved Electives
CFI or Multiengine Option
- AVP 352 - Multiengine Principles
- AVP 401 - Multiengine Flight Laboratory
OR
- AVP 402 - Certified Flight Instructor Laboratory
- AVP 448 - Fundamentals of Flight Instruction
R-ATP Approved Courses
Student must have at least 90 total credits from R-ATP courses to receive a 500 flight-hour reduction and earn the FAA R-ATP certificate.
AVM 332 - Aviation Legislation
AVM 417 - Aviation Safety Management
AVM 420 - Aviation Labor Relations
AVP 104 - Program Transition
AVP 348 - Air Carrier Operations
AVP 375 - Mountain and Canyon Flying
AVP 410 - Crew Resource Management
AVP 421 - Aircraft Systems- Turbojet
AVP 469 - Turbojet Operations
AVP 489 - Turbo FTD, CRJ-200
Career Opportunities
Join a network of successful alumni excelling as airline pilots, firefighting pilots, military officers, and FAA professionals.
Aviation in WA
Washington State ranks fifth in the nation for the highest concentration of airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers, making it an ideal place to launch your aviation career (Bureau of Labor Statistics).
State-of-the-Art Resources
Train with a modern fleet of aircraft and advanced flight simulators to build practical skills in real-world scenarios.
Meteorology for Pilots
In AVP 211, you'll explore meteorological processes and learn to identify weather hazards critical to safe and efficient flight operations.
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Courses
Learn critical topics like aerodynamics, meteorology, and flight operations to prepare for a career as a commercial pilot.
Wages
The mean annual wage for airline and commercial pilots is $171,210 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Training
You’ll have the opportunity to earn your Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Rating, Multiengine Rating, and Certified Flight Instructor Certificate.
Why Study Aviation at Central?
- Gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art resources, including a modern fleet of planes and advanced flight simulators.
- Choose from flexible learning options, with programs offered both online and in person to suit your schedule.
- Benefit from unique specializations in Aviation Management, including Maintenance Management and Executive Pilot tracks, which offer credit for prior licenses and certifications.
- Join a program recognized for its strong network of alumni excelling in diverse aviation careers like airline pilots, airport managers, and safety professionals.
Careers and Outcomes
Airline Pilot
Military Officer
Firefighting Pilot
FAA Career