We offer undergraduate degree programs in Aeronautical Science, which combines flight training with academic preparation in the technical and managerial aspects of aviation, as well as Aeronautics. This approach to aviation education provides students an added value over traditional flight training programs by focusing on the skills and knowledge required in today’s industry.

Foundational skills in mathematics, physics, communications and aeronautics, including FAA certification as a multi-engine instrument- rated pilot, make up the core of the Aeronautical Science degree. Professional level aeronautical science and flight courses prepare the graduate for a career as a professional civil or military pilot.

The program also provides a foundation for further development in aircraft safety, and meteorology. For the non-traditional student, the Prescott Campus offers a BS in Aeronautics. The curriculum is designed to build on the aviation knowledge and skill students bring with them to campus. For the graduate student, the College of Aviation offers the Master of Science in Safety Science. This degree program provides the graduate with experiences to enhance the practice of occupational health and safety.

The MSSS degree program prepares graduates for several professional job settings such as: director of safety in industry and government; operational and maintenance safety personnel, aviation or industrial safety personnel, flight safety personnel, and aircraft accident investigation. The College has an enrollment of approximately 800 students and a fleet of 31 aircraft, including Cessna 172s, Piper Seminoles, and Cessna 182RGs. The College also has state-of-the-art Level 6 Cessna 172 and PA 44 Flight Training Devices.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has positioned the College of Aviation to serve its students with distinction while investigating and developing new education and programs for pilots, meteorologists, and safety and security professionals.

Department of Flight
Embry-Riddle’s staff, faculty, and instructors bring a wealth of diverse academic, operational, and managerial experience to the University’s flight training program. Their experience includes corporate, military, and air carrier flight operations, and is second to none in general aviation flight training.

The Flight Training Department also uses the services of the University’s Industry Advisory Council and its contacts within corporate aviation and most major air carriers in the United States. These contacts allow us to keep abreast of industry changes and industry needs. This advantage helps students accelerate their transition into professional flying careers.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University prides itself in its ability to provide the finest education and training of its kind in the United States. The faculty and staff are carefully selected and vigorously trained to the highest of standards to ensure the quality of the services we provide.