Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew

The Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew certificate program at Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City, Michigan is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution. It belongs to the air transportation field (CIP 49.0102) and trains students in the knowledge and flight skills needed to pursue commercial pilot licensure and professional aviation careers.

Northwestern Michigan College also offers a Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer associate degree for students interested in another transportation career pathway. Additional programs at the college include Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Recording Arts Technology/Technician, and Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Students in the pilot program can expect ground school coursework in aeronautics, meteorology, air traffic regulations, and navigation alongside structured flight hours required for FAA certification milestones.