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Home to one of the first accredited aviation programs in the United States and boasting one of the largest civilian aircraft fleets in North America, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences campus in Grand Forks maintains an industry-leading reputation in aerospace education and research.

This year’s update to popular courses from the pilot shop adds more interactive content and a portal for flight school administrators.

The changes in testing procedures affect private and commercial applicants.

A new reimbursement structure for aviation knowledge tests could create obstructions to FAA certification, aviation stakeholders told the agency.

Students from Purdue University demonstrate that it takes more than desire to earn an airline first officer position.

An instructor reminds us to respect the testing process while pointing out its limitations.

One of my great joys as a flight instructor is teaching private pilot ground school, because that’s where flight training begins for many aviators. The candidates come in fresh, and it’s the instructor’s job to nurture their interest and to help them obtain foundational knowledge. It is serious business.  Sadly, many pilots in training see […]

FLYING does the math for you to provide some answers to the question.

Q: I started flight lessons and put in several hours years ago. I would like to complete my certificate and buy an airplane. Three and 1/2 years ago, I had open-heart surgery, and I’m on medication for diabetes (I should be going off this medication soon). I radically changed my diet, and I am in […]

CAU students will now take Sporty’s commercial pilot course as part of their curriculum.