Philadelphia Institute of Science and Technology

Pilot and Flying Science Program

This has three programs: private pilot, commercial pilot, and fly instructor; each program is optional and prepares students for an aviation career and complies with FAA regulations for pilot training. Our program provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a professional pilot and flight instructor, adhering to the FAA’s rigorous training and certification standards. It provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a professional pilot and flight instructor, adhering to the FAA’s rigorous training and certification standards.

In addition:

  • The duration of the program varies based on individual student progress and flight hour requirements set by the FAA.
  • Flight training includes practical flight hours required for each certification, including solo flight and dual instruction.
  • The program prepares students for FAA knowledge tests and check rides for each certification.
  • Compliance with FAA regulations is essential for the successful completion of the program and career readiness as a pilot.

Diploma in Pilot and Flying Science Program

Trimester 1:

AIRGRO 100; Ground School

  • Introduction to Aviation and Aeronautics
  • Aviation Regulations and Procedures
  • Navigation and Meteorology
  • Aircraft Systems and Maintenance

Trimester 2:

AIRFLY 100: Flight Training

  • Pre-flight Inspection and Procedures
  • Basic Flight Maneuvers
  • Cross-Country Flying
  • Emergency Procedures

Trimester 3:

AIRGRO 102: Ground School

  • Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Procedures
  • Instrument Navigation and Communication
  • Advanced Meteorology and Weather Analysis
  • Air Traffic Control Operations

Trimester 4:

AIRFLY 102: Flight Training

  • Instrument Flight Training
  • Radio Navigation
  • Holding Procedures and Approaches
  • IFR Cross-Country Flights

Trimester 5:

AIRFFY 103: Ground School

  • Advanced Aircraft Systems and Operation
  • Commercial Pilot Regulations and Ethics
  • Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics
  • Aviation Safety and Emergency Procedures

Trimester 6:

AIRFLY104: Flight Training

  • Commercial Flight Training
  • Complex Aircraft Handling
  • Advanced Navigation and Cross-Country Flights
  • Night and Multi-Engine Operations

Trimester 7:

AIRGRO 103: Ground School

  • Flight Instructor Fundamentals
  • Teaching Techniques and Pedagogy
  • Advanced Aviation Instruction
  • Human Factors in Aviation

Trimester 8:

AIRFLY 105:  Flight Training

  • Flight Instructor Flight Training
  • Instrument Flight Instructor Training
  • Flight Instructor Checkride Preparation
  • Graduation and Career Development

Students have to contact the school administration if they want to take extra credits or transfer credits to pursue the Diploma Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in their field of interest.  Students will select required number courses in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements graduation for the A.A.S.  Some of these courses can be transferred directly from and to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline.  Students should speak with an advisor before doing so these selective courses are required for all students.

  • Selected Communication Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)

ENGL 100: Fundamentals of Speech

CPL    100: Career Planning  

CPL    101: Communications and Career Strategies

ENGL 101: Composition

ENGL 102: composition

  • Selected Mathematics Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)

MATH 100:General Math

MATH 101:Intermediate Algebra

MATH 102:College Algebra

  • Selected Social Science Course (Choose two for Diploma or four for the Associate)

ECON 105:Leadership

ECON 101:Principles of Microeconomics I

ECON 102:Principles of Macroeconomics II

SOC    101:Introduction to Sociology

PSYC  101: Introduction to Psychology

HIST   101: History