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AEROSPACE SCIENCE
AAS Aviation Technology Degree (CTEC)
Although pilots and flight attendants are the most visible occupations in the field of aviation, there's a lot more that goes on behind the scenes of this fast- paced industry. Aviation management, Air Traffic Controllers, and operations encompasses the business aspects of the air transportation industry. Aviation managers work for airports and airlines and are responsible for making sure overall business operations run smoothly. On an average day, an aviation manager may be involved in fleet planning, revenue management, safety enforcement, employee hiring and marketing. Aviation managers are also responsible for ensuring their company adheres to federal safety regulations.
• The degree also prepares students for the entrance exam into the FAA Air Traffic Control Academy in Oklahoma City.
Careers (DOL CareerOneStop Median Income – overtime not included) • Airfield Operations Specialists: $49,600 (U.S.) $66,140 (AZ)
• Air Traffic Controllers: $132,250 (U.S.) $115,420 (AZ)
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