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Accreditation and Memberships
Accreditation and Memberships
Aviation Programs Accreditation
Florida Tech's Aeronautical Science and Aviation Management (both with and without Flight) programs are accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) until 2027.
Visit the College of Aeronautics page to learn more about the following Student Achievement Data:
- Program learning objectives/outcomes
- Program assessment measures employed
- Graduation rate
- Rates and types of employment of graduates
Flight Training Programs Approvals
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved FIT Aviation, a department of Florida Tech, to offer Part 141 flight training.
AABI Accredited Program Student Achievement Data
Fall 2025
The sections below provide the following information for Florida Tech's AABI accredited programs:
- AABI Accreditation Expiration Date
- Program learning objectives/outcomes
- Program assessment measures employed
- Graduation rate
- Rates and types of employment of graduates
AABI-accredited through July 31, 2027
Program Educational Goals
- To Develop Applied Aviation Management Expertise: Graduates of Aviation Management program will apply business management concepts and techniques to aviation-related decision-making and problem-solving through a Q course by planning, conducting, and reporting applied aviation research that addresses real-world industry challenges. Successful completion of this Q course reflects graduate readiness for aviation management careers by demonstrating the ability to analyze aviation business problems through applied decision-making and problem-solving competencies.
- To Develop Professional Pilot Leadership, Communication, Safety, and Teamwork Awareness: Graduates of the Aviation Management with Flight program will successfully complete all required flight courses and earn a Commercial Pilot–Airplane Certificate with Instrument Rating and Multiengine privileges, meeting the catalog‑specified flight requirement and demonstrate readiness for professional pilot operations with an emphasis on safety, leadership, communication, and teamwork.
- To Develop Professional Competence and Careers Success: At least 70% of the Graduates of the Aviation Management with Flight program will be employed full time in pilot duties or aviation management–related responsibilities, including roles in airport planning, airport design, logistics, and aviation business operations.
Program learning objectives/outcomes
Students successfully completing this programs will be able to:
- Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation related disciplines;
- Analyze and interpret data;
- Work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverse teams;
- Make professional and ethical decisions;
- Communicate effectively using both written and oral communication skills;
- Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning;
- Assess contemporary issues;
- Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice;
- Assess the international aviation environment;
- Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems;
- Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.
Program assessment measures employed
- Written and oral examinations
- Team projects
- Assignments requiring written scholarly papers and/or oral and graphic presentations
- Surveys
- Capstone course assignments requiring application of cumulative knowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work.
Retention and Graduation Data
| Retention/Graduation Measure | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2024 FTIC Cohort 1st-Year Retention | 69.44% |
| 2019 FTIC Cohort 6-Year Grad Rate | 32.14% |
2023-2024 Graduates and Employment Rates
Number of Degrees Awarded AY 2023-2024: 16
| 2023-2024 Graduates | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employed | 77.8% |
| Continuing Education, Military, Other | 22.2% |
| Job Type (of those employed) | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Full-Time, Major-Related | 100% |
| Full-time, Not Major-Related | 0% |
| Part-Time, Major-Related | 0% |
| Part-Time, Not Major-Related | 0% |
Example Employers:
- BNP Associates, Inc
- CommuteAir
- FIT Aviation, LLC
- Frontier Airlines
- Horizon Operations
- NetJets
Notes:
- Degrees produced is based off most recent IPEDS data July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
- Retention Rates - number of Fall FTIC in major returning for their second year (standard federal definition).
- Graduation rates - number of Fall FTIC in major graduating within six years (standard federal definition).
AABI-accredited through July 31, 2027
Program Educational Goals
- To Develop Applied Aviation Management Expertise: Graduates of Aviation Management program will apply business management concepts and techniques to aviation-related decision-making and problem-solving through a Q course by planning, conducting, and reporting applied aviation research that addresses real-world industry challenges. Successful completion of this Q course reflects graduate readiness for aviation management careers by demonstrating the ability to analyze aviation business problems through applied decision-making and problem-solving competencies.
- To Develop Professional Competence and Careers Success: At least 70% of the Graduates of the Aviation Management program will be employed full-time in aviation-related roles including airport management, airport planning and development, airline network planning and logistics, aviation business operations, other aviation industry positions, or will be pursuing a graduate degree within six months of graduation.
- To Develop Leadership, Communication, Safety, and Teamwork Awareness: At least 95% of the Graduates of the Aviation Management program will describe their Florida Tech education as well prepared or higher in enabling them to demonstrate effective planning, managerial, leadership, teamwork and effective communication skills.
Program learning objectives/outcomes
Students successfully completing this programs will be able to:
- Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation related disciplines;
- Analyze and interpret data;
- Work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverse teams;
- Make professional and ethical decisions;
- Communicate effectively using both written and oral communication skills;
- Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning;
- Assess contemporary issues;
- Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice;
- Assess the international aviation environment;
- Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems;
- Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.
Program assessment measures employed
- Written and oral examinations
- Team projects
- Assignments requiring written scholarly papers and/or oral and graphic presentations
- Surveys
- Capstone course assignments requiring application of cumulative knowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work.
Retention and Graduation Data
| Retention/Graduation Measure | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2024 FTIC Cohort 1st-Year Retention | 69.23% |
| 2019 FTIC Cohort 6-Year Grad Rate | 50.00% |
2023-2024 Graduates and Employment Rates
Number of Degrees Awarded AY 2023-2024: 34
| 2023-2024 Graduates | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employed | 75.0% |
| Continuing Education, Military, Other | 12.5% |
| Job Type (of those employed) | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Full-Time, Major-Related | 83.3% |
| Full-time, Not Major-Related | 16.7% |
| Part-Time, Major-Related | 0% |
| Part-Time, Not Major-Related | 0% |
Example Employers:
- Air Premia
- Allegheny County Airport Authority
- CDA
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Emirates
- FIT Aviation, LLC
- HD Hyundai Power
- Jacksonville Aviation Authority
- Kimley-Horn
- McFarland Johnson
- Southwest Airlines
- Transformers USA
Notes:
- Degrees produced is based off most recent IPEDS data July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
- Retention Rates - number of Fall FTIC in major returning for their second year (standard federal definition).
- Graduation rates - number of Fall FTIC in major graduating within six years (standard federal definition).
AABI-accredited through July 31, 2027
Program Educational Goals
- To Develop Applied Aeronautical Expertise: Graduates of Aeronautical Science with Flight Program will apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills through a Q course to plan, conduct, and report applied aviation research that addresses real-world industry challenges. Successful completion of this Q course reflects graduate readiness for aviation related careers by showcasing applied decision-making and problem-solving competencies.
- To Develop Professional Pilot Leadership, Communication, Safety, and Teamwork Awareness: Graduates of the Aeronautical Science with Flight program will successfully complete all required flight courses and earn a Commercial Pilot–Airplane Certificate with Instrument Rating and Multiengine privileges, meeting the catalog‑specified flight requirement and demonstrate readiness for professional pilot operations with an emphasis on safety, leadership, communication, and teamwork.
- To Develop Professional Competence and Careers Success: At least 70% of the Graduates of the Aeronautical Science with Flight program will be employed full time in pilot duties or aviation specialist duties, including roles in safety inspector, safety manager, air traffic controller, aircraft dispatcher, UAS operator, or other aviation industry positions.
Program learning objectives/outcomes
Students successfully completing this programs will be able to:
- Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation related disciplines;
- Analyze and interpret data;
- Work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverse teams;
- Make professional and ethical decisions;
- Communicate effectively using both written and oral communication skills;
- Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning;
- Assess contemporary issues;
- Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice;
- Assess the international aviation environment;
- Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems;
- Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.
Program assessment measures employed
- Written and oral examinations
- Team projects
- Assignments requiring written scholarly papers and/or oral and graphic presentations
- Surveys
- Capstone course assignments requiring application of cumulative knowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work.
Retention and Graduation Data
| Retention/Graduation Measure | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2024 FTIC Cohort 1st-Year Retention | 49.09% |
| 2019 FTIC Cohort 6-Year Grad Rate | 28.57% |
2023-2024 Graduates and Employment Rates
Number of Degrees Awarded AY 2023-2024: 31
| 2023-2024 Graduates | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employed | 91.7% |
| Continuing Education, Military, Other | 8.3% |
| Job Type (of those employed) | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Full-Time, Major-Related | 100% |
| Full-time, Not Major-Related | 0% |
| Part-Time, Major-Related | 0% |
| Part-Time, Not Major-Related | 0% |
Example Employers:
- AeroGuard Flight Training Center
- Endeavor Air Premier Flight Center
- FIT Aviation, LLC
- Saudia
- Saudi Airlines
- United Airlines
Notes:
- Degrees produced is based off most recent IPEDS data July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
- Retention Rates - number of Fall FTIC in major returning for their second year (standard federal definition).
- Graduation rates - number of Fall FTIC in major graduating within six years (standard federal definition).
AABI-accredited through July 31, 2027
Program Educational Goals
- To Develop Applied Aeronautical Expertise: Graduates of Aeronautical Science program will apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills through a Q course to plan, conduct, and report applied aviation research that addresses real-world industry challenges. Successful completion of this Q course reflects graduate readiness for aviation related careers by showcasing applied decision-making and problem-solving competencies.
- To Develop Professional Competence and Careers Success: At least 70% of the Graduates of the Aeronautical Sciencep program will be employed full-time in aviation-related roles aircraft dispatcher, air traffic controller, aviation safety specialist, aviation security specialist, aviation data analysts or other aviation industry positions, or will be pursuing a graduate degree within six months of graduation.
- To Develop Leadership, Communication, Safety, and Teamwork Awareness: At least 95% of the Graduates of the Aeronautical Science program will describe their Florida Tech education as well prepared or higher in enabling them to demonstrate effective planning, managerial, leadership, teamwork and effective communication skills.
Program learning objectives/outcomes
Students successfully completing this programs will be able to:
- Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation related disciplines;
- Analyze and interpret data;
- Work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverse teams;
- Make professional and ethical decisions;
- Communicate effectively using both written and oral communication skills;
- Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning;
- Assess contemporary issues;
- Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice;
- Assess the international aviation environment;
- Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems;
- Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.
Program assessment measures employed
- Written and oral examinations
- Team projects
- Assignments requiring written scholarly papers and/or oral and graphic presentations
- Surveys
- Capstone course assignments requiring application of cumulative knowledge and skills acquired in earlier course work.
Retention and Graduation Data
| Retention/Graduation Measure | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2024 FTIC Cohort 1st-Year Retention | 42.86% |
| 2019 FTIC Cohort 6-Year Grad Rate | 0% |
2023-2024 Graduates and Employment Rates
Number of Degrees Awarded AY 2023-2024: 20
| 2023-2024 Graduates | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employed | 50.0% |
| Continuing Education, Military, Other | 20.0% |
| Job Type (of those employed) | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Full-Time, Major-Related | 60.0% |
| Full-time, Not Major-Related | 40.0% |
| Part-Time, Major-Related | 0% |
| Part-Time, Not Major-Related | 0% |
Example Employers:
- Headwind Aviation LLC
- JP Donovan Construction Inc
- Menzies Aviation
- Paris Air, Inc
- Signature Aviation
Notes:
- Degrees produced is based off most recent IPEDS data July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
- Retention Rates - number of Fall FTIC in major returning for their second year (standard federal definition).
- Graduation rates - number of Fall FTIC in major graduating within six years (standard federal definition).