Tamu Smith-Kohls

Tamu Smith-Kohls serves as the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing for California Aeronautical University. She has worked in the aviation industry in various roles for 24 years. As a United States Air Force retired veteran, she has a unique appreciation for the aviation industry. Tamu has served in Information Systems as a Network Administrator, Aerospace Flight Medicine as a Health Services Manager, and Air Force Recruitment and Marketing. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology; a Master’s in Business Administration and is a Certified Neuro Linguistic Practitioner. Her passion is motivating, training, coaching and serving others to reach their best potential.

What Exactly is the FAA 1500 Hour Rule?

August 30, 2024March 16, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

FAA 1500 Hour Rule - California Aeronautical University

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. [lwptoc numeration=”decimalnested” numerationSuffix=”dot” title=”TABLE OF CONTENTS” labelShow=”show” width=”full” titleFontSize=”20px” titleFontWeight=”bold” itemsFontSize=”14px” hoverLinkColor=”#f7b138″ skipHeadingLevel=”h3,h4,h5,h6″ skipHeadingText=”Share This:”] The introduction of the FAA 1500 hour rule was introduced in 2013 …

What Does the Job of an Airline Captain Look Like?

August 30, 2024March 9, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

Airline Captain - California Aeronautical University

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 …

Beyond the Cockpit: Aviation Maintenance Technology School

September 23, 2024March 4, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

Aviation Maintenance Technology - California Aeronautical University

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 …

United States Airspace Classes Explained

May 24, 2024February 22, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

As an aviation student, you must have an in-depth knowledge of controlled airspace and airspace classes, and how they affect flight. [lwptoc numerationSuffix=”dot” itemsFontSize=”16pt”] The concept of airspace is one of the most important aspects of aviation. It is essential to organizing aircraft traffic, and yet those who fly through it on airliners seldom have …

4 Ways to Prepare for Airline Interviews

August 30, 2024February 4, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

Airline Interviews - Cal Aero University

Airline interviews are often different from all other job interviews as they usually consist of technical questions. Learn how to ace your airline interview with these tips. [lwptoc numeration=”decimalnested” labelHide=”hide” skipHeadingLevel=”h3″ skipHeadingText=””] If you have prepared for a career as an airline pilot, then you know that the airline interview process can be overwhelming. However, …