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Are there any good colleges for aviation in O'ahu?

I'm interested in air traffic control, and would like a good education without having to leave home. #aviation #oahu #college

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Michael’s Answer

Hello Janina,


All Air Traffic Controllers in the US are Federal Aviation Administration employees and are employed by the government. Once hired you would complete all training at the FAA training facility in Oklahoma City.


A specific “aviation college” is not required in order to be hired. If you want to remain in Hawaii for your education you can choose any local university or college to obtain your degree. Aviation colleges, such as Embry Riddle in Arizona, offer a fantastic 4 year degree focused on aviation but at a much higher tuition cost. Many aviation professionals in the industry actually recommend a degree in something other than aviation. I have an aviation degree and quite often wish I had majored in something else, such as Engineering or International Business.


Find a college or university in Hawaii that interests you and get your degree first. A counselor could advise you on choosing an appropriate major. Then pursue your air traffic control plans.


Attached below is a link to additional information provided by the FAA.


https://www.faa.gov/jobs/career_fields/aviation_careers/


I hope this helps. Good luck!

Michael
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Shaukat’s Answer

The FAA has partnered with a group of educational institutions around the US to prepare students for a career in aviation with the FAA. Graduates of the AT-CTI program are eligible to bypass the Air Traffic Basics course which is the first 5 weeks of qualification training at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City.

You can refer to the FAA website for an approved list of AT-CTI (Air Traffic - Collegiate Training Initiative) schools @
https://www.faa.gov/jobs/students/schools/
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