Graduates begin opportunities with SkyWest Airlines, Northrop Grumman, more California Aeronautical University will proudly host a graduation ceremony to honor its distinguished Class of 2024 on Saturday, June 8, 2024. The event, held at the University campus on Meadows Field Airport at 9 am, will commemorate the hard work and dedication of these students as …
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 …
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 …
April 2024 Events Join us as for a Q&A session with Vicky Benzing led by Matt Johnston, California Aeronautical University President. This will be held at the California Aeronautical University (CAU) location at Montgomery Gibbs Executive Airport in April 17th at 2pm. Learn about Vicky’s career in aviation including her corporate flying, aerobatics, air racing …
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, …
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 …
California Aeronautical University hosts sixth annual Aviation Career Day As the aviation industry continues to grow and evolve, it is crucial for educational institutions like California Aeronautical University (CAU) to prepare future pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians for success. With a commitment to providing exceptional education and hands-on experience, CAU has been a leading force …
At California Aeronautical University, students are soaring to new heights with the recent partnership between CAU and Delta Air Lines. As part of this partnership, representatives from Delta Propel recently visited CAU’s Bakersfield and San Diego locations to speak with students and provide updates on the program. For aspiring pilots, Delta Propel offers an incredible …
Many people spend their lives dreaming of becoming a pilot and flying planes all around the world. Others are taking notice of the pilot shortage and want to take advantage of new opportunities for their future. Whatever your reason for wanting to learn how to become a pilot in Arizona, figuring out how to get …
November 2023 Events SkyWest Pilot Recruiting will be visiting the CAU Bakersfield campus on Wednesday, November 8th. The recruitment team will give a presentation to current CAU students about their SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program, followed by a pilot workshop on the topic of high speed/high altitude aerodynamics/performance. This event is open to CAU students only.
Some people dream of becoming a pilot to fly high amongst the clouds in order to satisfy their personal sense of accomplishment and have a hobby they truly enjoy. Others dream of becoming a pilot as a career choice, gaining the skills necessary to transport cargo and passengers all around the world. Then, there are …
Enrolling in a flight training school is a very big step toward your future as a pilot. However, it is important to remember that it is only the first step. Once you begin your program there are additional steps you are going to have to take in order to make sure you are getting the …
Adverse yaw is a reality of flying that each pilot must learn to combat in order to successfully fly safely and effectively. [lwptoc skipHeadingLevel=”h3″] Adverse yaw is the tendency of an airplane, when turning and banked, to go the opposite direction. The way an airplane banks is by deflecting its ailerons. The ailerons are the hinged part …
Flying above the world when surrounded by blue skies is one thing. Trying to find your way when you cannot see anything is quite another. Low visibility can require a pilot to rely solely on instruments to handle the aircraft safely. Known as Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), these regulations provide pilots with the proper procedures …
October 2023 Events Date: Saturday, Oct 7 – Sunday, Oct 8th As a family-friendly, entertainment, and educational event, the California International Airshow in Salinas has been showcasing aviation excellence for the last 40 years. The USAF Thunderbirds will headline the Salinas airshow, the Air Force’s demonstration fighter jet team that will display the pride, precision, …
When making the decision to be a pilot, you have to choose the best way to reach your goals. A quick search online and you can see that there are many flight schools all around the country offering you a future in the sky. Each aviation program and flight school has something to offer, but …
While in the process of accomplishing a private certificate, pilots delve into the intricacies of aeronautics throughout ground school. It is crucial to learn about and understand aircraft axes, specifically pitch, yaw, roll, and the basic forces imposing themselves on an aircraft, along with how to work with them, rather than against them. Pilots who do so …
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 …
Beyond the amazing aeronautical and thrust design developments we have pursued since the Wright brothers, arguably the next greatest development in aviation has been in electronic communications, including nonverbal communication such as the transponder. The privilege of talking over a radio or transponder keys and speaking directly and instantaneously with air traffic control (ATC) or …
The cockpit of even the smallest and simplest airplane can be an overwhelming place. Fortunately, the most “hands-on” elements of the cockpit—those which enable the pilot to direct the airplane’s actual movement from taxiing to landing—are usually similar from one cockpit design to another. Even if a new single-engine student pilot had never seen the …