Professional Pilot Technology

A student with a Bachelor of Science in Professional Pilot Technology will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the knowledge and flight skills necessary to attain FAA pilot certificates and ratings
2. Use critical-thinking and decision-making skills to accurately assess situations and manage risk
3. Communicate and work effectively as a leader and in multidisciplinary teams
4. Understand the historic aspects and current developments defining the state and evolution of modern aviation
5. Engage in professional development and recognize the need for life-long learning
6. Analyze and interpret data using aeronautical, mathematical, and scientific principles

Educational objectives that are demonstrated during their workforce careers include:

• Achieving success in the dynamic and growing aviation industry with proper academic and professional certification
• Demonstrating knowledge of contemporary world-wide aviation industry issues
• Utilizing specific flying skills to attain FAA certificates and ratings that allow for employment as pilots and flight crew within the international aviation industry
• Mastering critical thinking and decision-making skills necessary for safe and effective flying
• Committing to lifelong learning with focus on continuous development of professional skills

Completion of the degree entails intensive motivation and commitment. Pilot certificates or ratings must be completed in their assigned term. This may require flying 4-5 times each week. The Chief Flight Instructor and their assistants are required to follow the published milestones and stage checks for every student to ensure proper completion. The student must make up cancellations or delays on weekends and during scheduled breaks if necessary and must be available to fly seven days per week, including some night flights.

Success in the program requires understanding that consequences incur for noncompliance of scheduling requests, failure to meet milestones, and stage check failures. If continuous interventions are necessary, the student can expect grade reductions or dismissal from the program. Compliance with all schedules, FAA regulations, and course syllabi is a major part of the training for a career in aviation. Students are expected to dress professionally and in accordance with the season at all times.

• Scholarships

• Vermont Space Grant Consortium  
• Women in Aviation​