Aviation Schools in Utah
Do you dream of a career as a pilot? Are you fascinated with the prospect of flying for a living? Southern Utah University is a comprehensive regional university that provides a high quality education. As a part 61 flight school SUU will uniquely prepare you for a career flying aircraft anywhere in the world.
SkyWest Airlines Cadet Program
The SkyWest Pilot Pathway and Tuition Reimbursement program allows qualified SUU students to complete their flight training with a clear pathway to a career as a SkyWest Airlines pilot. In addition to the $10, 000 of available tuition reimbursement, SUU students in the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program will be mentored by SkyWest pilots, receive an enhanced introduction to SkyWest and enjoy enhanced seniority within their ground school upon becoming a SkyWest First Officer. Take Control Today: learn more about SkyWest’s Pilot Pathway Program or read the press release about the announcement.
Realize your dream of a career in the sky!!!
Rotor Wing and Fixed Wing Training
Southern Utah University offers training in Rotor Wing Pilot (helicopter) or Fixed Wing Pilot (airplane) components. These tracks share a common core of general education and general aviation core courses. Our specialized flight labs, located at the Cedar City, Utah Airport (CDC), include state-of-the-art aircraft that will get you off the ground in no time.
Earn Pilot Licenses and Ratings
- Private Pilot
- Instrument Rating
- Commercial Pilot
- Certified Flight Instructor
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument
We offer helicopter and airplane courses in; Private Helicopter Pilot, Private Airplane Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Helicopter Pilot, Commercial Airplane Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor, and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument.
Additional Special Curriculum courses are offered in the following: Turbine Transition, External Load, Mountain Flying, Robinson R44 Transition, Robinson R22 Transition, SFAR 73 Transition, and both Single Engine and Multi Engine fixed wing training.
Degree Options
- Applied Associate in Aviation
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies with Aviation component
- Bachelor of General Studies with Aviation component
Notice: For students using veteran's educational benefits please be aware that due to VA regulations we are not currently enrolling students in either of our Bachelor's Degree programs, and our Associate degree program is operating from a waitlist.
