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.
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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 ALUMNI

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.

PROFESSIONAL CREW

Orestes Gooden

Aviation Department Chair

Christopher Walton

Assistant Professor, Aviation Management, Aviation Online

Timothy Johnson

Assistant Professor, Air Traffic Control

Michael Thompson

Assistant Professor, Flight Education

Kent Lewis

Flight Safety Manager, Aviation Safety

Julie Young

Assistant Professor, UAS

Koko Rodriguez

Flight Scheduler and Transporation Specialist

Candy Griffin

Aviation Secretary

NAVIGATE.

COMMUNICATE.

AVIATE.

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Designed by

Mickela Janelle Anderson

ELEVATE YOUR FUTURE WITH US.

757-727-5418

aviation@hamptonu.edu

Department of Aviation

Science & Technology

Building, Room 269,

Hampton, VA 23668