It was Amelia Earhart, the famous aviator, who said, “I have often said that the lure of flying is the lure of beauty, and I need no other flight to …
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The safest aircraft are those that are maintained regularly. Some airplanes require constant maintenance just to be considered airworthy. However, as with a car, waiting until something breaks is not …
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Learning to fly a plane with one engine takes a lot of skill and practice. Most pilots begin their flight training in a single-engine aircraft. In general, single-engine airplanes are …
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If you dream of surfing the blue skies above for a living, aviation hiring opportunities are trending up (opens in a new window). Whether you prefer to view the skyline …
California Aeronautical University (CAU) returns to air shows and other events to pay tribute and honor aviation with the tribute aircraft. As in years past, the University has been touring …
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One of the many ways to start a career in the aviation industry is to be a certified flight instructor (opens in a new window) (CFI). An excellent way to …
Teaming up with California Aeronautical University to promote aviation in the face of a global pilot shortage. Vicky Benzing will join the special event “WomenVenture” on Wednesday, July 27th at …
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A wide variety of professional opportunities are available for those with an aviation degree. Aeronautical school is a great place to begin your education for your aviation profession, including careers …
Do you dream about traveling the world as a pilot? Are you still fascinated with watching airplanes take off and land? Most pilots have been interested in aviation from a …
In early 2018, in our continual pursuit to offer the best education possible, California Aeronautical University recognized a need for a major change in the online ground school that was …
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Few professions require flight logbooks, especially ones that are still mainly book-style, made of paper, and need handwritten signatures (not done electronically). But as a pilot, keeping logbooks is critical …
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P.O.W., Top Gun Veteran delivers keynote Graduates accept positions with SkyWest Airlines and more California Aeronautical University will hold its graduation ceremony to honor its graduating class of 2022 on …
Kicking off another season of family-friendly baseball, the Bakersfield Train Robbers announced they will return to the field and begin regular season play on Thursday, May 26th. They’ll open their …
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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 …
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Recent statistics (opens in a new window) on the projected employment trends for aviation maintenance careers show faster-than-average growth. As a result, interest levels are rising for aircraft maintenance technician …
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 …
Ensuring the operational safety of aircraft is a top priority for a pilot as well as an air traffic controller. Since the introduction of modern aviation safety equipment like runway status lights …
The answer to the first question depends on what kind of pilot you want to be. There is, however, a clear pathway (opens in a new window) for those who …
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A career as a pilot includes traveling and getting the best views from heights of around 36,000 feet. It has thrills like no other profession. Each day of being a …
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Some of the most valuable people in aviation are those who maintain the airplanes. A&P (airframe and powerplant) mechanics and technicians are responsible for certifying each aircraft before each flight, …