AVIA 101 - Private Pilot Ground School

    Recent Professors
    Delaney Rae Maas, Max Moore, Kimberly D. Olson, Joshua Donald Birnbaum
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an introduction to basic aeronautical science and the field of aviation. Topics include aerodynamics and the principles of flight; airplane instruments, engines, and systems; airports; air traffic control and airspace; Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs); aircraft performance; aeromedical factors and decision making; weather and weather services; navigation; and cross country flight planning. This course, combined with AVIA 133 (Human Factors in Aviation), fulfills all requirements for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Knowledge Test. This course is intended for students majoring in Aviation Operations or those pursuing a private pilot's license.
    Usually Held
    Wed 9:35am–12:45pm, Tue 6:00pm–9:10pm, Tue 6:00pm–9:05pm