Welcome to Hampton University's Department of Aviation!

Giving the #1 Student Experience

Hampton University has been cited numerous times as the top HBCU aviation program in the country and in Virginia. Learn more about our Home by the Sea.

Aspiring to become an Air Pirate?

Head over to our Aspiring Students page to learn how you can prepare and get ahead.

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Gear Up to Become a Professional Pilot

Earn your Bachelor's in Flight Education with our flight training provider, Rick Aviation. From your Private Pilot License up to a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)!

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Explore Aviation Management

Learn everything about the in's and out's of managing an airport!

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Control the Skies

Learn principles and procedures in simulated tower and radar environments, receiving expertise that meets industry standards.

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See the Unseen

Earn your Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management with a concentration in Uncrewed Aerial Systems (AUSM) as you prepare for roles in FAA regulations, flight operations, data collection, and systems integration.

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MISSION

Department of Aviation

The Department of Aviation, in the School of Engineering and Technology, prepares students for a variety of aviation careers. As one of the only 40 aviation programs accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI), our students have built the industry’s future since 1985.

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Our Mission

The Department of Aviation aims to prepare students for a variety of aviation careers by demonstrating the value of life-long learning through research projects and service to the university, aviation profession, and community. Our Bachelor’s of Science degree programs hold an outstanding national reputation among our graduates and industry professionals. Our small class sizes allow for one-on-one instruction, allowing students to excel at phenomenal rates.

Why Hampton?

We feature small class sizes, best for one-on-one instruction, along with vast networking opportunities with alumni and industry professionals. Our department has valuable partnerships with Delta, jetBlue, Republic, and United for direct paths into the airlines.

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Our History

Our department has a long history of turning dreams into reality, sending aviation professionals into the field, even before our official founding. Learn more about them and their untold stories.

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AVIATION DEGREE PROGRAMS

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OUR ALUMNI

"The HU Aviation Department has provided me numerous amazing opportunities both in and outside the classroom that have expanded my knowledge while still in school and will prepare me to enter the workforce as a competitive candidate."

"I chose Hampton University Aviation because of the student-teacher ratio. It allowed me to form relationships with my professors and was instrumental in my process of figuring out which lane of aviation was for me."

"The Hampton University Aviation Department is rooted in such a rich history with a close, community feel that will live forever."

OUR PARTNERS

Hampton University is proud to partner with United Aviate, Endeavor Air STEP, JetBlue Gateways, Republic Airways RJet Cadet, JSX Airlines, and FedEx Purple Runway programs, offering direct entry to the airlines.