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CCBC Professional Pilot Program — Associate Degree + FAA Ratings in Erie Pennsylvania.

Fundamentals Flight Training is an official premier flight training provider for the CCBC Professional Pilot Program. Start your aviation Career path with us in Erie Pennsylvania and earn an Associate Degree with CCBC Community College of Beaver County) virtually.

  • Associate Degree

    • Complete an Associate of Applied Science degree in Professional Pilot at CCBC.

    • Benefit from earning a Restricted ATP (R-ATP)

  • FAA Pilot Ratings

    • Private Pilot

    • Instrument

    • Commercial

    • Single & Multi-Engine

  • High-Demand Career Become a certified pilot-ready to join the high demand aviation industry.

Start Your CCBC Professional Pilot Pathway

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This program brings students to the front line of one of the best paying careers! With an Associate in Applied Science you’ll be ready to tackle anything on the ground and in the skies.

  • • Submit Your Information

    Fill out the form and we’ll contact you to discuss the program and next steps.

    • Begin Flight Training

    Start hands-on flight training with Fundamentals Flight Training at the Erie International Airport (FAA certified Part 141).

    • Earn Your Associate Degree

    Complete coursework virtually through CCBC while earning FAA ratings with us.

    • Launch Your Aviation Career

    Graduate with an Associate Degree in Professional Pilot and be ready to join the aviation workforce.

    This structured pathway is designed to fast-track you from student to professional pilot.

Frequently Asked Questions

    • Proficiently read, speak, and write in the English language.

    • Provide proof of citizenship in the United States or TSA approval for foreign students.

  • This program is designed to be completed in two years.

  • Graduates of the CCBC Professional Pilot Program are prepared for a variety of aviation careers, depending on flight experience and hours accumulated after completion.

    Common career paths include:

    • Flight Instructor (CFI / CFII / MEI) – Build flight time while teaching new pilots
    • Regional Airline First Officer – Entry-level airline positions
    • Corporate or Business Aviation Pilot – Turboprop or business jet operations
    • Charter or Cargo Pilot – On-demand passenger and freight flying

    Because this program combines an associate degree with FAA Part 141 flight training, graduates are eligible for a Restricted Airline Transport Pilot (R-ATP) certificate at 1,250 flight hours, instead of the standard 1,500 hours, subject to FAA requirements.

    This reduced flight-time eligibility allows qualified graduates to meet airline hiring minimums sooner, making them employable by regional airlines earlier in their careers.

    As flight experience increases, pilots may progress to ATP Captain positions, major airlines, or advanced corporate aviation roles.

  • Yes, you can apply for federal student loans for Part 141 flight training. You must complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans. 

For reference, you may also view CCBC’s official Professional Pilot program page.

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