Remote Aircraft Pilot

The Remote Aircraft Pilot associate degree program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott is offered by a private nonprofit institution located in Prescott, AZ. Under CIP code 49.0109 in the aviation and aeronautics field, this program prepares students for careers in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operations, covering FAA regulations, flight principles, mission planning, and remote sensing applications.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott offers a range of aviation-related programs alongside this degree, including Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology (associates), Aviation/Airway Management and Operations (bachelors), and Air Traffic Controller (associates). Students in the Remote Aircraft Pilot program can expect a curriculum that combines technical UAS instruction with the broader aeronautical science foundation for which Embry-Riddle is recognized.