ECO 101 or ECO 105. This is a study of the basics of air cargo operations, including examination of such topics as scheduled and unscheduled airlines, airline cargo marketing, hazardous material handling, containerization, and deregulation. Additional topics covered include the interrelationship of transportation and economic principles and techniques used in analyzing distribution costs. This course is an in-depth examination of the United States air traffic control system, including the history of its development. Both the current system and the system envisioned for the future by the National Airspace System Plan are discussed.
Special emphasis is placed on a close look at how air traffic controllers perform their duties.
Flight instruction includes precision maneuvers, extended cross country and night flight, and transition to more sophisticated aircraft. Ground instruction emphasizes advanced aerodynamics, aircraft performance, relevant FAR's and introduction to airplane systems. Credit is awarded following a successful evaluation flight with an FAA designated pilot examiner. Instrument Flight Theory Students receive ground instruction to prepare for FAA instrument rating. Students will learn the principles of instrument flight, including the operation, use, and limitations of flight instruments and navigation systems.