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California Aeronautical University Hosts U.S. Air Force AIM High Flight Academy for Second Year

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce it will host the U.S. Air Force’s AIM High Flight Academy for the second consecutive year this summer.  Organized by the Air Force Recruiting Service Detachment 1, the AIM HIGH Flight Academy (AHFA) is an esteemed aviation scholarship program for a three-week introductory flight academy.   In a …

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CAU Flies to a Greener Future with Unleaded Aviation Fuel

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) is propelling forward with exciting new developments that aim to reshape the landscape of a more environmentally friendly aviation and education. With a commitment to innovation, CAU is spearheading initiatives that not only enhance the learning experience for students but also contribute to the advancement of the aviation industry. One of …

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California Aeronautical University Expands Flight Training Fleet with 15 Cessna Skyhawk Aircraft

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WICHITA, KS (March 18, 2024) — Textron Aviation today announced an agreement with California Aeronautical University for the purchase of 15 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft with deliveries beginning in 2027. The new aircraft will be added to their current fleet and will be used at the various Western United States locations including Bakersfield, CA, San Diego, …

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CAU Flight Team Earns Coveted Invite to National Flight Competition, Seeks Community Support to Soar to Victory

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California Aeronautical University’s Flight Team has earned an invitation to participate in a national intercollegiate flight competition, where they’ll compete against the top flight teams representing colleges, universities, and academies from around the country. Hosted by the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA), SAFECON is an annual competition consisting of flight and ground challenges designed to …

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California Aeronautical University Partners with United Airlines

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce its new partnership with United Airlines, which will provide CAU graduates with the most direct path to the United flight deck via the Aviate program. As an Aviate partner university, former and current CAU students and instructors can apply to Aviate and upon acceptance, receive a conditional …

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California Aeronautical University and Olive Drab Drivers Host WWII Meadows Field Airport Memorial 

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) and Olive Drab Drivers (ODD) of Bakersfield will host a WWII memorial plaque dedication on Monday, September 18, 2023 in remembrance of the 547th Night Fighter Squadron (NFS). The memorial will be held at the Meadows Field Airport terminal at 10:00 am. Activated in March 1944 by the U.S. Army Air …

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Vicky Benzing Debuts “Plum Crazy,” Iconic Purple P51 Mustang, at Final Reno Air Races

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Air racer and aerobatic pilot Vicky Benzing will debut “Plum Crazy” at the final National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada this September, an iconic purple P51 Mustang with a rich history in air races and shows across the country. From a WWII military fighter to the 1970 National Air Race Champion to a full …

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California Aeronautical University Meets Strict Regulations to Receive FAA Part 141 Approval in Phoenix

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce its Phoenix (opens in a new window) campus recently received FAA Part 141 approval (opens in a new window). This federal recognition demonstrates the structured flight training CAU offers and allows eligible students to take advantage of time and cost savings.   Structure Flight Training at CAU …

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CAU Student Elected as NIFA Council Student Representative

NIFA Council Student Representative - CAU

California Aeronautical University is proud to announce University student and Flight Team member Jacaree Louis was recently elected as this year’s National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Council Student Representative. Elected by his peers at 26 colleges and universities across the nation who participate in NIFA events, Louis will serve as the crucial liaison between flight …

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CAU Celebrates Graduating Class of 2023

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World-record high-altitude jumper Alan Eustace to be 2023 commencement speaker University celebrates largest ever graduating class California Aeronautical University will celebrate its graduating class of 2023 on Saturday, June 10 at 9 am. The graduation ceremony will take place at the University located on Meadows Field Airport. CAU will honor its largest ever graduating class …

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California Aeronautical University Meets Strict Regulations to Receive FAA Part 141 Approval in San Diego

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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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