CAU Campus & Flight School Locations in California
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CAU Main Campus
Bakersfield | KBFL
CAU Flight Centers
Oxnard | KOXR
San Diego | KMYF
CAU Online
Online Aviation Programs
Explore CAU at Open House
Attending a CAU Open House is a great opportunity to see what life could look like as a student.
CAU Training Facilities
CAU’s facilities on the main campus are ideally located at Bakersfield International Airport in California’s Central Valley.
With an active lit runway and control tower, 24-hour flight availability, varied terrain and steady area traffic for real-world flight conditions; students get the benefit of practicing in a variety of airport conditions. There is no substitute for the practical experience students’ gain from being completely immersed in this aviation environment at the main campus.
Additional Features Our Bakersfield Location Has To Offer:
- A 39,000-square-foot administration and flight operations center that houses university offices, classrooms, flight-planning room, dispatch center, and simulator rooms.
- 32 shaded hangar ports.
- An adjacent 32,000-square-foot hangar for students training in CAU’s aircraft maintenance program.
- Comfortable, onsite housing with 168 student rooms, lounge areas, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities.
- Double occupancy rooms with private bathroom and study area.
- Campus recreation center, pool, fully equipped gym and athletic courts.
Designed for comfort so students feel at home but equipped with the perfect tools and technology for stimulating training; CAU’s exceptional main campus combines the best of both worlds. A great education is more than pencils and books. It’s sharing your dream of a career in flight with people just like you; and getting there together.
Main Campus Map
Main Campus Address:
1450 BOUGHTON DRIVE
BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA 93308
Choose Your Next Step
Whether you're just starting to explore aviation or you're ready to begin your journey at California Aeronautical University, we have a path for you. Select the option that best fits where you are in your decision process:
Apply Online
Start your application to California Aeronautical University. Applying is the first step in the admissions process. Once submitted, you’ll receive instructions for completing the remaining requirements.
Schedule Admissions Meeting
Admissions representatives are available to answer questions, clarify requirements, and provide guidance at any point in the process. Meetings are optional and not required prior to applying.
Attend Open House
Visit a CAU campus, tour facilities, and see what student life looks like firsthand. Open Houses are scheduled on Saturdays at each of our four locations, every other month.
Request Information
Receive program details, timelines, and general information to help you determine whether CAU aligns with your interests.
Attend Aspiring Pilot Seminar
Learn about aviation careers, training pathways, and how to compare programs before deciding what’s right for you.
Download Pilot Guide
This free, student‑friendly guide outlines what it takes to go from your first discovery flight to launching a career in aviation. If you’re exploring the path to becoming a pilot and want a clear overview before taking next steps, this is a great place to begin..