College of Aeronautics
Why get a degree?
Obtaining an associate degree or bachelor degree can save you both time and money in the long-run and get you to your aviation goals, quicker. Here’s why:
- With our Associate Degree, students get the benefit of a Restricted ATP of 1250 hours (versus 1500).
- In one of our Bachelor Degree Partnerships, our students get the benefit of a Restricted ATP of 1000 hours (versus 1500).
- Getting a Restricted ATP means spending less money building up flight hours.
- Once students complete the CFI elective, American Winds will hire them as Instructors and will get paid to fly!
There are 3 elements to our associate degrees
FAA Certificates & Ratings
Aviation Academic Courses
General Education Courses
Associate Degree Programs
Degree Programs are categorized as Post Secondary: Associate Degree of Applied Science in:
Students who complete the designated associate degree program(s) will be issued a diploma from American Winds. This diploma has value as an Associate Degree of Applied Science. This diploma allows American Winds to issue a second, FAA approved Restricted ATP (R-ATP) certificate. This will allow graduates to be issued an Airline Transport Pilot certificate and have hiring eligibility by the airlines at 1,250 flight hours in lieu of mandated 1,500 flight hours.
Any of our Associate Degree Programs can be FAST TRACKED into 1 year
ADMISSIONS/ ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Age 16 to fly solo; age 17 to earn Private Pilot Certificate; and age 18 to earn Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Current government-issued photo ID
- Birth certificate or current passport
- Student Pilot Certificate
- Current First Class FAA Medical Certificate
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Associate Degree Program is designed for the student interested in pursuing a career as a professional pilot flying passengers or freight. These opportunities include and are not limited to: regional/major airlines, charter industry, government, general aviation, corporate flight department, air ambulance, aircraft industry etc.
This program prepares the beginning student to take their Private Pilot Certificate FAA knowledge exam, oral exam, and flight practical exam. On completing their Private Pilot Certificate, the student proceeds on to add the Instrument Rating. This rating allows the student to use the aircraft’s instruments to navigate without visual ground references.
The next step is for the student to prepare for their Commercial Pilot Certificate. The Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating allow the individual to act as a pilot for compensation or hire. This certificate has two classes, single engine land and multi engine land. The student must select one of these two classes for their Commercial Pilot Certificate. Once completed with the Commercial Pilot Certificate, the student has four Elective options. They are: (1) Additional Commercial Class (either single engine or multi engine depending on what class was selected for the Commercial Pilot Certificate), (2) Certificated Flight Instructor [CFI], (3) Certificated Flight Instrument Instructor [CFII], Certificated Multi Engine Instructor [MEI].
In the Associate Degree Program there are eight Aviation Academic Courses: Advanced Aerodynamics, Advanced Aircraft Systems, Advance Aircraft Familiarization, Aviation Weather, Crew Resource Management, Federal Aviation Regulations, and General Physics with accompanying General Physics Lab to help round out the program. If a student selects a Flight Instructor Elective, an additional course, Fundamentals of Flight Instruction, must be completed. According to the State of Ohio law, there will be six General Academic Courses.
ELECTIVE COURSE OPTIONS
A student may elect to obtain their Commercial Pilot Certificate in a class [either single engine or multi engine]. They then may select the following elective options: (1) Commercial Additional Class [either single engine or multi engine depending on class selected for the Commercial Pilot Certificate]; (2) Certificated Flight Instructor [CFI]; (3) Certificated Flight Instrument Instructor [CFII]; (4) Certificated Multi Engine Instructor [MEI]. Students will build their flight time for their desired occupational choice. The student is responsible for any additional costs associated with elective options.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, the student should be able to:
- Fly single engine or multi engine aircraft (depending on elective course)
- Instruct VFR or IFR student pilots’ aircraft (depending on elective course)
- Conduct flights with passengers or cargo for compensation for hire
- Understand aviation meteorological charts and a symbology associated with safe flight in visual and instrument flight
- Think critically as a professional pilot in the aviation industry
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Potential entry level job titles include but are not limited to: Part 135 aircraft charter, corporate flight department, flight instructor, aerial photography, surveying, military aviation, bush pilot/remote re-supply, medical evacuation, firefighting and spotting, Federal and State Government positions, drug enforcement, pipeline and transmission line patrol, and airplane sales/demonstration. Occupations are based on flight hours set by the company. The FAA has set minimum flight hours hiring requirements for Part 121 airlines.
PROGRAM LENGTH
The average length of time for a student taking a full course load is 12-18 months. The enrollment agreement lists the students start date. (quarter system beginning on 1st of the month and ending on the last day of the quarter (ex: 04/01/2019 to 06/30/2019).
BARRIERS FOR EMPLOYMENT
The FAA sets the enrollment requirements, skills required and graduation standards for pilot certificates and ratings. They are published in the FAR/AIM and Airman Certification Standards (ACS) book(s). The ACS has additional references. In addition, the FAA sets the standards for the medical certificates. The FAA holds the right to refuse anyone a pilot certificate(s)/rating(s) and/or medical certificate. Occupational opportunities may be reduced for a criminal record, drug/alcohol offenses and/or low flight time. Commercial pilot jobs require a first or second class medical.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The FAA sets the course curriculum and standards for certificates and ratings. The FAA makes no exceptions for not meeting the standards. Per the FAA regulations, the student must complete the required lessons and successfully pass all knowledge exams, stage checks, oral exams, and practical exams. All academic courses within a program are graded in accordance to the “Grading & Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy” published in the most current Academic Catalog. Graduation credit hours for elective options are: (1) 104.5, (2) 105.0, (3) & (4) 102.5.
CREDENTIALS AWARDED
- Associate Degree of Applied Science in Aeronautics
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating for selected class
- FAA Certificate or Rating (Depending on elective)
- Additional Commercial Class (SEL, MEL)
- FAA Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, MEI)
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ADMISSIONS/ ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Age 16 to fly solo; age 17 to earn Private Pilot Certificate; and age 18 to earn Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Current government-issued photo ID
- Birth certificate or current passport
- Current First Class FAA Medical Certificate
- Hold a Rotorcraft Private/Commercial Certificate with Instrument Rating
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
In this certificate program, the student will receive training in the maneuvers and procedures necessary for them to meet the guidelines contained in the FAA Commercial Pilot Standards for an airplane. Additionally, the student will receive training in safety awareness, single-pilot resource management and aeronautical decision-making. Upon graduation from this program, the student will have gained the aeronautical experience necessary to apply for an FAA Commercial Pilot’s Certificate – (category and class) with Instrument Rating.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:
- Fly single and multi engine airplane
- Conduct flights with passengers or cargo for compensation or hire
- Understand aviation meteorological charts and a symbology associated with safe flight in visual and instrument flight
- Apply principles of aviation crew resource management
- Think critically as a professional pilot in the aviation industry
- Use basic computer applications
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Potential entry level job titles include but are not limited to: Part 135 aircraft charter, corporate flight department, flight instructor, aerial photography, surveying, military aviation, bush pilot/remote re-supply, medical evacuation, firefighting and spotting, Federal and State Government positions, drug enforcement, pipeline and transmission line patrol, and airplane sales/demonstration. Occupations are based on flight hours set by the company. The FAA has set minimum flight hours hiring requirements for Part 121 airlines.
PROGRAM LENGTH
The average length of time for a student taking a full course load is 12-18 months. The enrollment agreement lists the students start date. (quarter system beginning on 1st of the month and ending on the last day of the quarter (ex: 04/01/2019 to 06/30/2019).
BARRIERS FOR EMPLOYMENT
The FAA sets the enrollment requirements, skills required and graduation standards for pilot certificates and ratings. They are published in the FAR/AIM and Airman Certification Standards (ACS) book(s). The ACS has additional references. In addition, the FAA sets the standards for the medical certificates. The FAA holds the right to refuse anyone a pilot certificate(s)/rating(s) and/or medical certificate. Occupational opportunities may be reduced for a criminal record, drug/alcohol offenses and/or low flight time. Commercial pilot jobs require a first or second class medical.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The FAA sets the course curriculum and standards for certificates and ratings. The FAA makes no exceptions for not meeting the standards. Per the FAA regulations, the student must complete the required lessons and successfully pass all knowledge exams, stage checks, oral exams, and practical exams. All academic courses within a program are graded in accordance to the “Grading & Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy” published in the most current Academic Catalog. Graduation credit hours are 55.0.
CREDENTIALS AWARDED
- Graduation Certificate: Rotary Transition Program
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificates with Instrument Rating (single and multi engine airplane).
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ADMISSIONS/ ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Age 18 to earn Commercial Pilot Certificate & Flight Instructor Certificate
- Current government-issued photo ID
- Birth certificate or current passport
- Private Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating
- Current First Class FAA Medical Certificate
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
In this Certificate Program, a student with a Private Pilot Certificate (with Instrument Rating) will prepare to take their Commercial Pilot Certificate FAA knowledge exam, oral exam, and practical exam. Once completed with the Commercial Pilot Certificate, the student proceeds to the Commercial Pilot Additional Class to prepare for single engine or multi engine, whichever was not taken for the Commercial Pilot Certificate.
ELECTIVE COURSE OPTIONS
On completion of the Commercial Pilot Certificate and Commercial Pilot Additional Class, a student must select one of three Elective courses to add to their instructor certificate. They are: (1) Certificated Flight Instructor [CFI], (2) Certificated Flight Instrument Instructor [CFII] or (3) Certificated Multi-Engine Instructor [MEI]. The student is responsible for any additional costs associated with electives options.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, the student should be able to:
- Conduct flights with passengers or cargo for compensation or hire in a single/multi engine airplane in visual or instrument flight
- Conduct ground instruction in a classroom environment or a one-on-one basis
- Conduct flight instruction in a single engine or multi engine airplane (depending on Elective option selected)
- Conduct flight instrument instruction (depending on Elective options selected)
- Conduct training flights, determine student proficiency, and report on student progress
- Motivate students to complete their certificates and ratings
- Further their aviation career by accumulating flight hours
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Act as a Certificated Flight Instructor instructing ground and flight lessons to students who would like to obtain a Private Certificate (single engine and/or multi engine class), Commercial Certificate (single engine and/or multi engine class), or Instrument Rating
Potential entry level job titles include but are not limited to: Part 135 aircraft charter, corporate flight department, flight instructor, aerial photography, surveying, military aviation, bush pilot/remote re-supply, medical evacuation, firefighting and spotting, Federal and State Government positions, drug enforcement, pipeline and transmission line patrol, and airplane sales/demonstration. Occupations are based on flight hours set by the company. The FAA has set minimum flight hours hiring requirements for Part 121 airlines.
PROGRAM LENGTH
The average length of time for a student taking a full course load is 12-18 months. The enrollment agreement lists the students’ start date. (quarter system beginning on 1st of the month and ending on the last day of the quarter (ex: 04/01/2018 to 06/30/2018).
BARRIERS FOR EMPLOYMENT
The FAA sets the enrollment requirements, skills required and graduation standards for pilot certificates and ratings. They are published in the FAR/AIM and Airman Certification Standards (ACS) book(s). The ACS has additional references. In addition, the FAA sets the standards for the medical certificates. The FAA holds the right to refuse anyone a pilot certificate(s)/rating(s) and/or medical certificate. Occupational opportunities may be reduced for a criminal record, drug/alcohol offenses and/or low flight time. Commercial pilot jobs require a first or second class medical.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The FAA sets the course curriculum and standards for certificates and ratings. The FAA makes no exceptions for not meeting the standards. Per the FAA regulations, the student must complete the required lessons and successfully pass all knowledge exams, stage checks, oral exams, and practical flight exams. All academic courses within a program are graded in accordance to the “Grading & Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy” published in the most current Academic Catalog. Graduation credit hours for elective options are: (1) 63.5 (2) 61.0 (3) 61.0.
CREDENTIALS AWARDED
- Graduation Certificate: Instructor Pilot Program
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (SEL & MEL with Instrument Rating)
- FAA Flight Instructor Certificate: (depending on elective)
- Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Certificated Flight Instrument Instructor (CFII)
- Certificated Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
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ADMISSIONS/ ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Age 16 to fly solo; age 17 to earn Private Pilot Certificate
- Current government-issued photo ID
- Birth certificate or current passport
- Student Pilot Certificate
- FAA Medical Certificate – Basic Med
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Certificate Program focuses evenly between management, supervisory and administrative positions in aviation and other aviation-related professional fields. This course of study combines technical and aeronautical courses with courses in management and information systems. Students enrolled in this program are expected to learn about the various business-related aspects of an airline or airport, including marketing, operations, financial accounting, public relations, sales and technical assistance. They also learn about contracts, labor laws, and human resource management techniques. Students must also learn those laws and regulations specific to the aviation industry, including ones put forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Such laws govern most all aviation-related jobs and are therefore of importance to students studying aviation management. In addition, the graduate of the Aviation Administration & Management Program will hold a Private Pilot Certificate.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, the student should be able to:
- Operate as Private Pilot
- Have a working knowledge necessary to operate an aircraft fleet
- Understand the day to day operations of working at an airport
- File and navigate a flight plan, as well as provide flight following to aircraft
- Operate flights within FAA safety regulations
- Understand aircraft charter management and flight school management
- Develop, administer and evaluate administrative and operational policies and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives
- Respond to critical incidents and coordinate aviation support resources when appropriate
- Inspect and evaluate organizational operations, plans and programs
- Prepare and administer a budget and control expenditures for personnel, equipment and general operations
- Prepare comprehensive reports, staff studies and other written communications
- Evaluate and utilize data from information systems
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Entry level job titles include but are not limited to small airport or FBO operations and management, flight and ground operations, aviation management staff, airport planning staff, coordinating or overseeing maintenance and safety.
BARRIERS FOR EMPLOYMENT
The FAA sets the enrollment requirements, skills required and graduation standards for pilot certificates and ratings. They are published in the FAR/AIM and Airman Certification Standards (ACS) book(s). The ACS has additional references. In addition, the FAA sets the standards for the medical certificates. The FAA holds the right to refuse anyone a pilot certificate(s)/rating(s) and/or medical certificate. Occupational opportunities may be reduced for a criminal record and drug/alcohol offenses.
PROGRAM LENGTH
The average length of time for a student taking a full course load is 18-24 months. The enrollment agreement lists the students start date. (quarter system beginning on 1st of the month and ending on the last day of the quarter (ex: 04/01/2018 to 07/023/2018).
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Under FAA Part 141 regulations, the minimum hours of flight training and academic courses must be met. The FAA makes no exceptions for meeting the set standards. American Winds requires a minimum of 50.0 credit hours for graduation from the Aviation Administration and Management Program; all courses are required. All academic programs and flight training are graded in accordance with AW’s “Grading & Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.” Students must successfully pass all FAA Standard Tests (knowledge and practical exam).
CREDENTIALS AWARDED
- Graduation Certificate: Aviation Administration and Management
- FAA Private Pilot Certificate
ADMISSIONS/ ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
Private Pilot Certificate: and age 18 to earn Commercial Pilot Certificate Current government-issued photo ID Birth certificate or current passport Student Pilot Certificate Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Certificate Program is designed for the student interested in pursuing a career as a professional pilot flying passengers or freight. These opportunities include and are not limited to regional/major airlines, charter industry, government, general aviation, corporate flight department, air ambulance, aircraft industry etc. A student may enroll in this course after the student has earned the Private Pilot Certificate. The student will learn the academic knowledge and flight skills to fly in instrument meteorological conditions. In other words, this rating allows the student to use the aircraft’s instruments to navigate without visual ground references. The student will take the instrument FAA knowledge exam, oral exam, and flight practical exam. The next step is for the student to prepare for their initial Commercial Pilot Certificate. This may be achieved in the single engine or multi engine airplane. The student will then train for their Commercial Pilot Certificate with additional class. The student will hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate single and multi-engine with an instrument rating. This will allow the individual to act as a pilot for compensation or hire in instrument meteorological conditions.
ELECTIVE COURSE OPTIONS
Once completed with the Commercial Pilot Certificate, the student has three elective options. They are: (1) Certificated Flight Instructor [CFI], (2) Certificated Flight Instrument Instructor [CFII], or (3) Certificated Multi Engine Instructor [MEI]. Students will build their flight time for their desired occupational choice. The students will attend Fundamentals of Instruction course to learn how to become an instructor. Cost varies according to the airplane a student selects to fly for their instructor certificate
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, the student should be able to: Fly single engine or multi engine aircraft Instruct VFR or IFR student pilots’ aircraft (depending on elective course) Conduct flights with passengers or cargo for compensation for hire Understand aviation meteorological charts and a symbology associated with safe flight in visual and instrument flight Think critically as a professional pilot in the aviation industry
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Potential entry level job titles include but are not limited to: Part 135 aircraft charter, corporate flight department, flight instructor, aerial photography, surveying, military aviation, bush pilot/remote re-supply, medical evacuation, firefighting and spotting, Federal and State Government positions, drug enforcement, pipeline and transmission line patrol, and airplane sales/demonstration. Occupations are based on flight hours set by the company. The FAA has set minimum flight hours hiring requirements for Part 121 airlines.
PROGRAM LENGTH
The average length of time for a student taking a full course load is 9-12 months. The enrollment agreement lists the students start date. (Quarter system beginning on 1st of the month and ending on the last day of the quarter (ex: 04/01/2018 to 07/31/2018). July term has two start dates: A- July 1st (July-Sept.) and B- August 1st (Aug.- Sept.). Barriers for employment The FAA sets the enrollment requirements, skills required and graduation standards for pilot certificates and ratings. They are published in the FAR/AIM and Airman Certification Standards (ACS) book(s). The ACS has additional references. In addition, the FAA sets the standards for the medical certificates. The FAA holds the right to refuse anyone a pilot certificate(s)/rating(s) and/or medical certificate. Occupational opportunities may be reduced for a criminal record, drug/alcohol offenses and/or low flight time. Commercial pilot jobs require a first or second class medical.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The FAA sets the course curriculum and standards for certificates and ratings. The FAA makes no exceptions for not meeting the standards. Per the FAA regulations, the student must complete the required lessons and successfully pass all knowledge exams, stage checks, oral exams, and practical exams. All academic courses within a program are graded in accordance to the “Grading & Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy”. A cumulative average score of 80% or higher is required to graduate. Graduation credit hours for elective options are: (1) 41.0 (2) 38.5, (3) 38.5.
CREDENTIALS AWARDED
Graduation Certificate: Commercial Pilot Program FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (single & multi engine airplane) with Instrument Rating FAA Flight Instructor Certificate: (depending on elective) CFI, CFII, or MEI
Bachelor Degree Programs
American Winds is excited to be able to partner with Walsh University to offer individuals bachelor degrees. Please visit their designated pages for more information about these programs.
