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Teaming up with California Aeronautical University to promote aviation in the face of a global pilot shortage. Vicky Benzing will join the all-female lineup of “She Flies With Her Own Wings,” the Oregon International Air Show at Hillsboro Airport. As a renowned aerobatic pilot, Vicky will dazzle air show visitors in two of her high-performance …
Heroes are ordinary people who take extraordinary and courageous actions. California Aeronautical University would like to celebrate those who take heroic steps to reach their dreams and who serve as role models for their communities. Guided by English teacher, local athlete pursues an aviation education When it came to deciding where to attend college, Ismael …
His military background and aviation education aided him in earning a position at Delta Airlines. He worked his way from the regional airlines to a major airline in under three years! Through resilience, dedication, and discipline, United States Navy veteran Aaron Hepps turned his dream of becoming an airline pilot into a reality. There is …
Sporty’s Course Offerings Expanded at California Aeronautical University CAU Students Now Training with Sporty’s Private, Instrument, and Commercial Courses California Aeronautical University (CAU), a university flight school training the next generation of aviation professionals, has expanded its training partnership with Sporty’s Pilot Shop, implementing Sporty’s Commercial Pilot Training Course into its curriculum. With the addition …
Promoting aviation careers amidst a global pilot and technician shortage. Join California Aeronautical University as they host the 4th Annual Aviation Career Day on Friday, February 25, 2022. Proudly supported by Meadows Field Airport, this will be a great opportunity for students to learn of the many different fields available in the aviation industry. With …
When searching for a school of aviation to launch your aviation career, look for these 8 characteristics. If you are searching for an aviation school, you have probably realized that there are many options to consider. Your choice of aviation university could influence your path into the future. Today we will highlight some things to …
When transitioning from military to civilian aviation, there are a few things to consider to ensure your transition is as smooth as possible. [lwptoc numeration=”none” skipHeadingText=”Share This:”] For those exiting the armed forces, there are exciting career prospects that await your departure from the military. To get the most out of new opportunities, you will …
As the University continues to invest in equipment and resources available to its students, California Aeronautical University (CAU) recently added six 2021 Cessna 172S aircraft to its fleet. Rated as one of the world’s most popular single-engine training aircraft, the brand-new Cessnas are fully loaded and offer the latest technology available, including Garmin G1000 avionics …
Elza Nikita Continues to Soar post California Aeronautical University and she has some great Sage Advice! Elza was selected for Air Wisconsin’s cadet program in August 2019 and has been living her dream as a first officer with the airline. What do you get when you mix intense passion, with determination and discipline? Elza Nikita …
Robert (RJ) Rudzitis was in high school when he first caught the aviation bug. He was gifted a discovery flight in a North American SNJ-5 Texan at the Commemorative Air Force in Camarillo, California, and was so enthralled with the experience that he decided he wanted to be a professional pilot. Having researched many colleges …
California Aeronautical University (CAU) recently announced a partnership with Sonic Tools that provides aspiring aviation mechanics with the tools needed for them to excel in their future careers. Through the partnership, Sonic Tools will provide students in CAU’s Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program with professional, precision-crafted hand tools to perfect their skills while in school. …
Changing careers to become a pilot or work in aviation gives you an opportunity to make your dreams come true, and when it comes to aviation – the sky is the limit. Tired of your current situation? Are you looking for an exciting career where no two days are ever the same? If so, then …
There are many benefits of choosing an aviation and pilot school in Arizona – here are the top 9. When you think about flight training, what does the picture in your head look like? Is it sitting in a cockpit with a crisp white shirt and a pair of sunglasses on as a warm breeze …
The Golden Age Flight Museum and California Aeronautical University (CAU) will join forces to promote aviation and commemorate this year’s Flag Day with a local flyover. The University will sponsor the Museum’s aircraft in the flyover, which includes a 1944 Convair BT-13 World War II aircraft trainer. Beginning at the Museum’s hangar at Meadows Field, …
California Aeronautical University to Award 100 $10,000 Tuition Reductions Reaching New Heights Tuition Reduction Program to benefit students pursuing aviation degree California Aeronautical University (CAU) is committed to assisting students with financial resources to pursue their dreams of a career in aviation. With great enthusiasm, CAU is proud to announce the ‘Reaching New Heights Tuition …
Transitioning from high school to flight school is an exciting chapter in your life and choosing an aeronautical university over a traditional flight school comes with many advantages. [lwptoc numerationSuffix=”dot” skipHeadingLevel=”h3″ skipHeadingText=””] You are about to finish high school… What comes next? There are some big decisions to be made, but with a bit of …
California Aeronautical University (CAU) announced their growing aviation university has officially opened the doors of its newest Campus located in the greater Phoenix area at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona. CAU has been working diligently to expand its offerings into new markets to prepare the next generation of aviation professionals with its specialized aviation …
What exactly is the FAA 1500 hour rule? In very simple terms, the FAA 1500 hour rule specifies a time limit before pilots are granted an ATP License. The introduction of the FAA 1500 hour rule was introduced in 2013 and has caused controversy ever since, and you are about to find out why. What …
How does one become an airline captain? What is the fastest and best way to get there?What does it look like? Learn all about becoming an airline captain. [lwptoc] When most people think of working as a pilot, the image of an airline captain usually comes to mind. It is one of many ways to …
Do you find aircraft and airplanes interesting? For those who love aviation and get a real sense of reward from solving problems, there are careers in aviation that offer more than simply flying. Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics are as crucial to successful flight as the pilots. They are the ones who keep airplanes in …