Bachelor of Science - Aviation Professional Pilot - Commercial Pilot

The Professional Pilot major prepares graduates for entry level careers and leadership roles in the aviation community. Students select one of two technical specializations leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Pilot. The Aviation curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in the liberal arts as well as a thorough education and training in a technical discipline. All Aviation courses are by permission. Special program rules and procedures as stated in the CWU Department of Aviation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) apply to the Flight Officer and Commercial Pilot.

Completion of this specialization assists the student to prepare for commercial aviation employment opportunities. The following certificates and ratings are required for graduation: Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot Certificate. Flight training fees are paid by the student and will be in addition to normal university tuition and fees. To graduate with this specialization, students must complete the Commercial Pilot Certificate at Central Washington University's approved flight training operator at Bowers Field in Ellensburg, Washington. Once a student has enrolled at Central Washington University, all subsequent flight training must be conducted by Central Washington University's approved flight training operator at Bowers Field in Ellensburg, Washington, and shall be done in a manner approved by the FAA under FAR Part 141.