Aviation flight is the operation of aircraft for transporting people or goods through the air, encompassing the design, development, manufacturing, and piloting of planes, helicopters, and other aerial vehicles, involving extensive training in navigation, aircraft systems, meteorology, and regulations to ensure safe and efficient air travel for purposes like commercial transport, military, or private use.
Skills Developed
Pursuing a career as a pilot develops critical skills such as advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and situational awareness, which are essential for navigating complex flying environments.
Careers
Agricultural Pilot: $50K
Commercial Pilot (250-1500 hours experience) = $10-50K per year
Airline Transport Pilot (1500+ hours experience) = $100K per year with rapid advancement to $200+K per year after 3-5 years and $400+K per year after 8-10 years
Search and Rescue Pilot: $47K
Transportation and Logistics: $110K
Flight Instructor: $53K
Pilots are the guardians
of the skies, navigating
the unknown with skill
and courage.
This course presents the fundamentals of aviation for the beginning student which includes a study of the airplane and its components, aerodynamics, basic aircraft systems, the airport environment, air-traffic control procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, the basic elements of air navigation including radio navigation, and a review of aviation weather. At the end of the course students will be prepared to take the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test (aka "Written Exam"). Students wishing to complete their Private Pilot Certificate will need to find an FAA certified flight instructor and receive flight instruction to prepare for the FAA Private Pilot Practical Test. Passing the Knowledge Test ("written"), together with passing the Practical Test ("FAA check ride"), are required to earn a Private Pilot Certificate.
Grades: 10-12
Length: 1 Year
Credits: 2 Credits (1 CTE / 1 Math B)
Certifications: FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Examination
Dual Enrollment: Metro State University of Denver: Private Pilot Ground (AES 1100, 4 credits), Instrument Flight Simulation I (AES 1710, 3 credits)
Related Higher Education in Colorado
ATP Denver Flight School: Airline Career Pilot Program
Colorado Mesa University: Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Colorado Northwestern Community College: Aviation Flight
Metro State University of Denver: Aviation and Aerospace Management
