Transfer Students

R-ATP Program 

• 500 Hour Time-Savings
  CAU is Part 141 approved, which means CAU has met strict federal regulations regarding its structured flight training curriculum, training facility, and flight instructors. Part 141 approval also provides benefits to students who earn a bachelor’s degree. Eligible CAU students can qualify for a restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certification and only need 1,000 hours for the flight hour requirement. Candidates without a bachelor’s degree typically need 1,500 hours for their ATP. That's a savings of 500 flight hours. 

• Fly for Airlines at 21
  By earning a bachelor’s degree from CAU, eligible students can qualify to fly for the airlines at only 21 years old. Without a degree, candidates must wait until they're 23 years old. 

Aviation Career-Focused 

• Networking
  Through the University’s strong partnerships with airlines, influential aviation organizations, and leaders in the aviation community, CAU graduates become a part of a larger aviation network and reap the benefits of these relationships. Aviation employers frequently visit CAU campuses to discuss job opportunities at their organizations, providing invaluable networking opportunities to our students. 

• Direct Path to Airlines
  CAU has partnered directly with major and regional airlines to create opportunities for their graduates. Most partnerships provide a direct pathway into the airline’s cadet program and may also provide access to tuition reimbursement programs. Often, students may even receive conditional job offers before they graduate.