Student Flight Plans & Programs
Flight Pathways
The Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA) high school STEM curriculum program consists of two pathways; the pilot pathway and the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) pathway. The difficultly of the coursework increases each consecutive year, building upon knowledge required to become a private pilot or a UAS pilot.
Tango Flight Pathway
Eleventh- and 12th-grade students may pursue a cutting-edge curriculum with a strong mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering foundation, including the fundamental technical and mechanical skills needed to build an FAA-certified airplane over two years. The Oklahoma Aviation Academy has committed to being the only dual-build program in the country, starting a new airplane build every year.
Career Programs
In collaboration with Moore-Norman Technology Center, students can begin working toward industry training and certifications in Aviation Airframe and Powerplant (A & P) Mechanics, computers, IT, visual arts programs, or engineering.
College Credit
Students can complete multiple semesters of college coursework, earning transferrable credits in both general education and OU School of Aviation courses.
Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program
Civil Air Patrol's cadet program transforms youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders through curriculum focusing on leadership, aerospace, fitness, and character. As cadets participate in these four elements, they advance through a series of achievements, earning honors and increased responsibilities. Many of the nation's astronauts, pilots, engineers, and scientists first explored their careers through Civil Air Patrol.