California Aeronautical University - The Nation's Preferred Flight School

Do you daydream about a future where you’re the one in the cockpit, flying across the world? Maybe you have a knack for engines and love figuring out how they work. Or just maybe you get a thrill at the idea of moving planes and people through the sky from the inside of a flight tower. If any of these spark your curiosity, a career in aviation might be right for you.

Aviation schools are not all created equally. I’d like to personally invite you to learn about the programs CAU has to offer. Whether you’re interested in our pilot program, aviation maintenance or aviation dispatch, you’ll figure out quickly that we’re different. More than just a pilot school, CAU is an aviation community. Our students don’t just pass tests and get degrees, they get the chance to go after their dream of an aviation career and actually have a lot of fun doing it! Our California aviation school campuses and flight school training centers are designed to let students have the best of both worlds – the aviation training you need in a fun, supportive atmosphere that makes you forget this is school. The future doesn’t wait for you! Schedule your tour of our campus today and see why CAU’s flight school is anything but average.

-Matthew Johnston, President, California Aeronautical University

CAU’s aviation school campus is connected to Bakersfield International Airport at Meadows Field in beautiful Southern California. With multiple airports nearby, flight school students get to experience exciting, hands-on training in a variety of flying conditions on a gorgeous, tree-lined campus. Campus features:

39,000 square foot flight center
32 shaded hangar ports
Spacious 32,000 square foot hangar
168-room on-site student housing
Recreation center with pool, gym and athletic courts
On-site dining

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Tradition of Excellence

World-Class Flight Training Center

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The CAU Culture

Tradition of Excellence

CAU was established from an institution that had been educating students for over 125 years in California. With a long history of helping students build real-world skills and life-long friendships, CAU’s California based flight school is a place for students who want to turn their passion for aviation into a successful career via our pilot programs and training. This is the place where a tradition of excellence meets the next generation of aviation professionals. Find out what sets CAU’s flight school apart from other aviation schools. Contact us today to learn more.APPLY TODAY

World-Class Flight Training Center

At CAU, you won’t be sitting in a boring classroom struggling to pay attention. Our world-class flight training university features the latest in flight school training technology and advanced equipment in a spacious, modern facility. Students receive stimulating hands-on training on flight simulators and aircraft in an exciting, realistic setting. Onsite housing is available at our California aviation school and includes fantastic amenities that include a fully equipped gym, swimming pool, recreation center and athletic courts. Let’s face it, aviation training at CAU is more than pencils and books. It’s the chance to chase your dream and achieve your career goals, all while enjoying the ride.

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Financial Aid & Scholarship Opportunities

You've been thinking about enrolling, but the next question on your mind is "How will I afford it?" At CAU, we understand that each student has a unique situation, so finding the right financial aid plan for your aviation degree programs is essential. Financial aid is available to those who qualify and our financial aid coordinators will help you determine the best financial plan for your unique needs.

In addition, CAU offers a variety of scholarship opportunities including our Reaching New Heights' Scholarship. With this scholarship, we are proud to award 100-$10,000 scholarships. We are committed to assisting students with financial resources to pursue their dreams of a career in the aviation industry.

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Career Advantages

California Aeronautical University graduates launch their aviation careers with the confidence that comes from training with experienced, caring instructors. Whether you need assistance with financial aid, scholarships or job-placement, our staff will work directly with you every step of the way. The career services department and faculty at CAU have your back and are there to help you find just the right opportunity for your aviation future.APPLY TODAY

The CAU Culture

The CAU student body is made up of a diverse mix of cultures and backgrounds from around the world, all with a passion for aviation. The fact is, being surrounded by people who share your interest in aviation makes your daily routine at our flight school a lot less ordinary. It’s this shared passion that brings it all together and makes up the CAU culture. A culture that encourages students to become all they can be and to be sure to have fun getting there.

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Demonstrates high-quality training | Provides significant benefits to students California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce its San Diego Flight Center recently received FAA Part 141 approval. This long-awaited recognition demonstrates the high-quality flight training CAU offers to its San Diego County students, and enables the University to provide a significant flight-hour benefit to …

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) is excited to announce a new offering in their catalog of aviation programs. Understanding the need for helicopter pilots, the University will now offer a helicopter emphasis within their aviation degree program at its Flight Center in Ventura County and its Arizona campus at Falcon Field Airport. As an alternative to …

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