Commercial Airline Pilot Degree

Simply put, a Commercial Airline Pilot and Flight Crew is a field of study in business focused on flight, navigation, and accommodations of airplanes, helicopters and other FAA approved aircraft. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer commercial airline pilot degrees.

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Chandler – Gilbert Community College

18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ

Founded in 1985, the Chandler-Gilbert Community College is located in Chandler, Arizona and serves the Southeast Valley in Phoenix, the Metropolitan Area and Sun Lakes. CGCC offers a wide array of degrees and certificates in different fields from aviation, health sciences, natural sciences, education, business and computing, fine arts and communications. Its vision is to empower local students and strengthen communities and this is the reason why CGCC is very focused in doing community outreach programs in Chandler.

As of July 1, 2013, students who wish to enroll in CGCC pay a general tuition rate of $81 non-inclusive of the other fees. However, for out-of-state enrollees,  a total of $322 per credit hours is the minimum amount of tuition fee rate. On the other hand, students who wish to transfer to other universities to earn a four-year degree; CGCC has a transfer center where students can be assisted to file for transfer at selected universities below:

• Arizona State University
• Northern Arizona University
• University of Arizona

Currently, CGCC has served more than 19,000 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as a member of the North Central Association in Arizona thereby assuring students that they offer  excellent learning experiences to everyone.

Students Enrolled in the Commercial Airline Pilot Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chandler – Gilbert Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

Description

Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport Pilot certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, National, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $135790

Commercial Pilots

Description

Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-winged aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, commercial pilots employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 970
  • Average Annual Salary: $67190

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).