Î÷Ê©Ö±²¥APP

Aviation Technology  This 2-semester program is taught at a satellite location, utilizing the University of Alaska Aviation Complex at Merrill Field.  Different subject matter is covered each semester.  First semester will include topics such as aviation history, aircraft design, radio communications, cockpit resource management and aircraft systems.  Students will explore jobs, training pathways, and scholarship opportunities. Fundamental flight skills will be developed using aviation training devices. Additionally, students will develop study skills necessary to becoming professional pilots. Second semester students will receive ground training necessary to pass the private pilot, airplane FAA written exam.  These topics include regulations, aerodynamics, airspace, weather, weight and balance, flight planning, navigation, human factors, aircraft systems, and airport operations.

This 2-semester program is taught at a satellite location, utilizing the University of Alaska Aviation Complex at Merrill Field. Different subjects are covered each semester.

Grade level 11-12. Aviation technology 2 (second semester) may be taken only after completion of aviation technology 1 (first semester) with a C or better, or with instructor permission.

Patrick McCormick - Instructor

Why take this class

-Aviation is a high demand industry in Alaska

-Pass your FAA written exam for private pilot, airplane.

-Develop “soft skills” and study habits necessary to all workplaces. 

-Airplanes are awesome!

• Credits and Certifications

0.5 Physical Science

1.0 Elective

Private Pilot’s Ground School

Private Pilot’s Knowledge Exam

College credit available

• Skills

Piloting skills

Sub-sonic aerodynamics

Aircraft design

Flight instruments & systems

Principles of weather

Radio communication

Basic navigation

Airport design

ATC communication and teamwork

• Equipment

Two-way radio

E6B flight computer and plotter

Flight instruments

Tower simulator

Flight simulator