Partnerships

Virginia – California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce the approval of Aviation Adventures as its newest Reach Flight Center, expanding access to university-level aviation education across Virginia. Through the Reach Flight Center initiative, CAU partners with established flight schools nationwide to provide a coordinated pathway in which students complete in-person flight training locally …

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) was honored to welcome Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) President Darren Pleasance to campus for an exclusive Pilot Town Hall with CAU students, staff, and members of the local aviation community.  The event, held as part of Darren’s nationwide AOPA President’s Tour, gave attendees a unique opportunity to hear directly …

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Fairfield, NJ – California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce the launch of its first Reach Flight Center in partnership with Air Fleet Training Systems, expanding access to university-level aviation education for aspiring pilots in the Northeast.  Through the Reach Flight Center initiative, CAU partners with established flight schools across the country to deliver a unique …

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to announce a new partnership with Lightspeed Aviation aimed at supporting students on their journey to become professional aviators. Through this partnership, CAU students will gain special access to Lightspeed’s premium active noise reduction (ANR) headsets. Winner of Flying Magazine’s “Editor’s Choice Award,” Lightspeed’s headsets are designed with advanced …

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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 …

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Air racer and aerobatic pilot Vicky Benzing will debut “Plum Crazy” at the final National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada this September, an iconic purple P51 Mustang with a rich history in air races and shows across the country. From a WWII military fighter to the 1970 National Air Race Champion to a full …

READ MORE Vicky Benzing Debuts “Plum Crazy,” Iconic Purple P51 Mustang, at Final Reno Air Races

In an age where the aviation industry is rapidly evolving, California Aeronautical University (CAU) students find themselves at the forefront of exceptional career opportunities, thanks to a privileged alliance with SkyWest Airlines. SkyWest, a leading regional airline in the United States, has established an Elite Partnership with CAU, opening doors to a myriad of benefits …

READ MORE The Sky’s the Limit: CAU Students Soar with SkyWest’s Pilot Pathway Program

Vicky Benzing will be honored at the Palm Springs Air Museum Annual Gala for her achievements as a woman in aviation. Held on Saturday, February 18th and themed “Women in Aviation: Quest for Excellence,” Vicky will be among eight female luminaries from various fields of aviation who will receive recognition at the annual Gala. Vicky …

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) and MyGoFlight (MGF) have partnered up to provide CAU students premium-grade aviator equipment to help make the cockpit safer and standardize the student pilot experience. The MGF products, including EFB mounts, flight bags, protective glass, and accessories, offers improved organization and ease of use while increasing safety and situational awareness and …

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Providing airline pilot pathways and up to $17,500 tuition reimbursement to eligible CAU students. California Aeronautical University, a career-focused university that is training the next generation of aviation professionals, is pleased to announce its Elite Partnership with SkyWest Airlines. Through the partnership, eligible California Aeronautical University (CAU) students have direct access to SkyWest’s Pilot Pathway …

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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 special event “WomenVenture” on Wednesday, July 27th at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 (opens in a new window). Aimed to inspire, empower, and break down barriers for girls and women in aviation, Vicky will …

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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 being offered. Our ground school provider at the time was seemingly unwilling to update both their content and delivery methods, resulting in material that was …

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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 …

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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 …

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California Aeronautical University (CAU) recently announced a partnership with Sonic Tools (opens in a new window) 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 …

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Compass Airlines Instructor Pathway Program offers extraordinary career opportunity for CAU graduates. BAKERSFIELD, CA — Graduates of California Aeronautical University’s professional pilot programs have a clear pathway to a flight career with Compass Airlines. During a recent visit to California Aeronautical University, Compass Airlines recruiters met with students and officially welcomed CAU graduates into the …

READ MORE California Aeronautical University grads cleared for takeoff with Compass Airlines