Minnesota State Mankato is accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI). Additionally, the B.S. Aviation, Professional Flight emphasis area is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to receive the maximum time reduction allowed toward the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Graduates of these programs are eligible for a Restricted ATP certificate at 1,000 flight hours.
Our B.S. in Aviation leverages experienced, highly credentialed faculty and state-of-the-art simulation to prepare pilots and aviation professionals for a wide variety of aviation careers now and in the future.
The program combines all elements of a substantive university education with aviation, flight, and management components to graduate well prepared aviation professionals.
The Aviation Management program prepares you for management positions in the aerospace industry.
The Professional Flight B.S. program prepares you for careers in flight operations in both the general aviation and the air carrier segments of the aviation industry.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems relies on a combination of professional flight courses sufficient to train students with a thorough understanding of manned aircraft systems, instrument operations, and a foundation in flight operations.
The Aviation program at Minnesota State University, Mankato prides itself on its quality program and repution. Read more on why you should consider this program to launch your future career.
We have a professional advisor to help students choose classes, connect them to resources and navigate the various departments across Minnesota State University.
Our program is proud partners with many local and world-wide well known aviation companies that strength our offerings.