Students planning to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in aviation can earn certifications to enter the commercial aviation industry through the Associate in Science degree. This program is designed to allow students to attain certifications in private pilot, private pilot with instrument rating, commercial pilot, and commercial multiengine offered in a sequential manner.
Graduates, upon the completion of a bachelor’s degree and FAA flight time requirements, may enter the workforce as commercial cargo or passenger pilots.
Flight training is offered at the University of Illinois Willard Airport in Savoy, Illinois.
Students should plan their transfer programs with a Parkland academic success advisor and the catalog of the four-year college or university they plan to attend.
Program Notes
• This is a selective admissions program - students must be admitted into the program before taking AVI courses.