Endeavor Air
Student to Endeavor Pilot Program (STEP)
California Aeronautical University (CAU) is proud to partner with Endeavor Air, a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines and the leading regional carrier operating as Delta Connection. Through the partnership, CAU is a university partner of Endeavor’s Student to Endeavor Pilot Program (STEP) and provide eligible flight students and instructors with a clear and structured pathway to launch their careers as professional airline pilots with Endeavor Air, a pathway to Delta Air Lines.
As the only STEP university partner on the west coast, CAU students and instructors have exclusive access to STEP benefits, including on-site interviews, informational sessions, and a dedicated airline liaison.
Plus, once hired by Endeavor Air, students and instructors have an exclusive, guaranteed and contractual career pathway to Delta - no testing or interview required.
Potential Pilot Career Pathway*
Cadet Program Highlights
Receive conditional job offer before graduation
Special access to Endeavor team
Informational sessions
On-site interviews at CAU
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How the Program Works
- Apply and be accepted to CAU’s flight training degree program
- Apply to Endeavor’s STEP Program
- Earn certificates/ratings and build flight time at CAU
- Interview with Endeavor to receive a conditional job offer
- Once achieve flight hour and airline requirements, become a First Officer at Endeavor
- Through Endeavor’s Delta Guaranteed Interview (DGI) program, pilots have a direct path to a Delta Air Lines career and can progress to Delta once they meet requirements.
Why Choose the CAU and Endeavor Air Partnership?
- Direct Career Pipeline: Qualified CAU graduates have the opportunity to interview with Endeavor Air and gain a direct path to a first officer position once minimum qualifications are met.
- Delta Career Advancement: Endeavor pilots are the only regional pilots with a guaranteed flow to Delta Air Lines through the Delta Guaranteed Interview (DGI) program.
- Structured Training at CAU: CAU provides students with highly regulated and structured flight training, preparing them for success in airline operations.
- Mentorship & Networking: Students gain access to Endeavor Air representatives, mentors, and exclusive hiring events, ensuring strong industry connections.
About Endeavor Air
Endeavor Air is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines, operating more than 700 daily flights across North America as Delta Connection. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Endeavor employs more than 5,000 aviation professionals and is recognized for its commitment to safety, operational excellence, and pilot career advancement. As the only regional carrier to offer the Delta Guaranteed Interview (DGI) program, Endeavor provides pilots with a direct pathway to a long-term career at Delta Air Lines. The airline operates a fleet of Bombardier CRJ-900 and CRJ-700 aircraft, ensuring high-quality regional service while maintaining industry-leading pilot development opportunities.
Learn more at https://www.endeavorair.com/content/endeavor-air/en_us/careers/pilots.html.
Updated February 2025
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