Aviation Science
The traditional entry-level position for professional airplane and helicopter pilots is a certified flight instructor (CFI) or pilot for a small air carrier. These positions offer the opportunity to gain experience sought by companies that employ pilots in a variety of interesting and challenging positions. Career opportunities for airplane pilots include work in flight instruction, charter, corporate, cargo, and airline industries. Career opportunities for helicopter pilots include flight instruction, charter, corporate, air-ambulance and external load operations. Aviation Science academic classes are offered at the Rock Creek campus. Flight classes are conducted at Hillsboro Aero Academy,