Editor’s Note: “Taking Off in Public” is a new digital series written by Craig Fuller, the new owner of FLYING. In this series, Fuller will provide insight into his plans for Flying and a first-hand look at how Flying is being built for the next generation.
Taking Off in Public: A Benchmark for Aviation Education
Key Takeaways:
- FLYING magazine is increasing its focus on aviation education, exemplified by its owner's visit to the University of North Dakota (UND), which runs the world's largest public university aviation program.
- UND's program boasts over 1,800 students, a fleet of 130 aircraft, and diverse degrees, providing extensive real-world experience at one of the U.S.'s busiest airports, even in harsh weather, and utilizing advanced simulation labs.
- Looking to the future, UND is developing programs in emerging aerospace fields such as unmanned aerial systems, urban air mobility, and space commercialization, and plans to construct a state-of-the-art new facility.
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