Professional Pilot
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| Salt Lake Community College has offered the Professional Pilot program for 16 years and prepares students for a successful and exciting career in the aerospace industry. The program includes classroom academics, simulator training, and in-flight instruction. SLCC's program offers two tracks where flight students have the opportunity to obtain their pilot certificates and ratings in both airplanes and/or helicopters. All academic and flight training is certified under the Federal Aviation Administration PAR's Part 141 standards. Graduates of SLCC’s Professional Pilot program are well prepared for successful and exciting careers in the aerospace industry. SLCC also caters to future pilots who may not be seeking a degree. | |
 | CERTIFICATIONS: The Pilot program offers the following degree and certificate options:
Students will be required to complete various general education, institutional and pilot-associated classroom academics, simulator and in-aircraft courses and labs. Additionally, students will be required to successfully pass applicable FAA-administered written, oral and in-aircraft certificate and rating practical examinations. |
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| The Professional Pilot degree requires completion of 67 credit hours over 4 semesters (2 years). The actual length of time required will vary by student depending on previous experience, weather, and personal situations. The Certificate of Completion in Non-Commercial operations requires a completion of a minimum of 35 credit hours over two semesters (1 year); and the Certificate of Completion in Commercial operations require a completion of a minimum of 38 credit hours over two semesters (1 year |
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| Tuition: | $5,068 |
| Books: | $600-$800 |
| Labs (In-flight): | Varies (see program faculty) |
| FAA flight exam fee: | $350-$550 |
| FAA written exam fee: | $70-$90 |
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| Entry Level Position (250 hours): | Certified Flight Instructor |
| Next Level Position (500 hours): | Fly trafficwatch, Scenic Tours, Cargo, Parajumpers |
| Commuter Airline (800-1000 hours): | Regional Airlines (ie Skywest Airlines) |
| Corporate/Business (2,000 hours): | Private Companies and Corporate flights |
| Major Airline (3,000 hours): | Large Cargo Carriers or Major Airlines |
| Note: It is estimated to take about 5-7 years flying and a bachelor’s degree to qualify for a position with the Major Airlines. | |
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| GENERAL COURSES: Professional Pilot Program students will pursue their general education and institutional academic courses at various designated SLCC campus locations. PROFESSIONAL PILOT ACADEMIC COURSES: FLIGHT LAB COURSES: |  |
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| Students should possess a strong desire to succeed in each and every endeavor, be willing to devote themselves 100% to a challenging academic and in-flight curriculum and be willing to pursue an active career in a dynamic and fast-paced industry. Strong, consistent performance in basic high school studies and good overall physical health will adequately prepare students for success in the SLCC program and overall aviation industry. | |
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| "Student performance exceeds the FAA pass rates; the program complies with the FAA 141 certification for ground schools in Private Pilot, Instrument Pilot, Commercial Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor and Multi-Engine Pilot; modern aircraft with state of the art avionics prepares students for commercial employment." - PAC Member "Articulation agreement with all Utah post secondary institutions; and secondary concurrent agreements with a consortium of high schools provides a seamless transition into and out of the Professional Pilot Program. This program is experiencing phenomenal enrollment growth annually." -PAC Member |
