Total Degree Hours: 60
* Capstone must be taken in the last term.
Selective Admission Criteria:
All flight courses are subject to FAA rules and regulations (CFR Title 14). Possession of current FAA medical certificate is required for all flight courses. All AIRP courses must be passed with a grade of “B” or higher.
All applicants to the Professional Pilot Program are required to attend an information session and the program orientation prior to application deadline and registration. Complete details regarding the Professional Pilot program can be found on the TCC website.
Application Criteria:
- Hold a TCCD Student Colleague Number
- Hold an FAA Class 2 Medical Certificate
- Have a current driver’s license or passport
Prior to application students with international college credits must contact International Student Admissions and Compliance 817-515-1570.
TCC aviation programs are regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration. Once admitted into the program students must obtain a minimum grade of “B” in all technical courses and meet mandatory attendance requirements.
Students should be aware that employment in aviation-related fields may be subject to alcohol and drug screenings, and criminal background checks.
In addition, the following are program requirements:
- Student must attend mandatory scheduled orientation session prior to enrollment.
- Students must be released to register by department to enroll in any AIRP course.
- Students must maintain minimum balance in student flight account to remain eligible for flight status.
Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Requirement for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs
All students enrolled in an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program must meet the requirements of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI). Additional TSI information can be found on Texas Success Initiative (TSI) and the Texas Success Initiative - Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board website.
Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508
This program prepares a student for an occupational license. However, the student may not be eligible for licensing if they have a prior criminal history. For more details, see House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements .
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