Aeronautical Management Technology (Professional Flight) ,BS
AFROTC, Aero, Air Navigation, Aircraft, Airline Industry, Faa, Flight, Flight Safety, Flight Training, Meteorology, Plane, Transportation, approved for STEM-OPT extension, aviation, pilot
Is your dream to become an airline pilot? At ASU, you have access to the latest in flight training devices, like a level 5 regional jet flight simulation training device and a high-altitude simulation chamber. Enjoy these and many other educational opportunities distinct among collegiate aviation programs.
Students in the professional flight concentration of the BS 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.
This program is for students who are seriously interested in becoming professional airline pilots. Graduates are prepared to assume responsibilities in a wide variety of technically related areas within professional aviation flight operations.
The Aviation Accreditation Board International accredits this program and the Federal Aviation Administration certifies flight and ground instruction.
Additional course-related fees apply; students should see the program website for more information.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 36 months. This OPT work authorization term may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing the degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location: Polytechnic
- Second language requirement: No
- First required math course: MAT 170 - Precalculus
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Math intensity:
Moderate
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
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.
Current ASU students wishing to change their major to professional flight must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
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.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Aviation is a global industry, and understanding intercultural communication is vital to succeeding in it. Study abroad programs offered around the globe give insight toward the study of professional flight. Students can further their skills in communication and administration and gain commercial experience while in an international setting.
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 the technically based bachelor's degree, the graduate has a wide variety of career opportunities, including flight crew service on commercial and business aircraft as an airline or corporate pilot.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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3.9%
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$211,790
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4.0%
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$103,910
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-1.1%
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$44,830
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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. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Students should note that not all programs within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering lead to professional licensure.
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
