Central Washington University

Central Washington University is the regional leader in professional aviation education. Established in 1975, CWU´s aviation program is the only fully accredited public university aviation program in the Pacific Northwest. CWU has a stellar reputation for preparing students for the demands of industry with B.S. degrees in Aviation Management and Professional Pilot. The CWU Department of Aviation attracts individuals with a passion for the combined art and science of aviation.

All flight training is conducted under Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) FAR part 141 regulations with CWU´s contract operator at Bowers Field in Ellensburg, Washington.

Flight Officer Graduates complete the following FAA ratings and certificates:

• Private Pilot Certificate (PVT)
• Instrument Rating (IFR)
• Commercial Pilot Certificate (COM)
• Multi-Engine Rating (ME), and Certified Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI)

Central Washington University utilizes an all Frasca fleet of FTD’s, including a G58 Baron TruFlite FTD with G1000, King Air 200 and a CRJ-200AATD. All three training devices include Frasca´s TruVision visual system.

Please visit our website for more information on our Professional Pilot Degree and Aviation Management Degree Programs.