28-05-2025
Morningside University is now a Part 141 Pilot School
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Morningside University's Aviation Department has received a new certification.
The Part 141 Pilot School certification shows that the school has structured training and a syllabus according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Morningside is excited to announce that they have fully transitioned to FAA Part 141 status.
'This is a tremendous moment for Morningside Aviation and a testament to the dedication of our faculty, staff, and flight training partner, Oracle,' said Dr. Chris Spicer, Provost. 'Achieving full Part 141 certification means our program now meets the FAA's highest standards for safety, curriculum quality, and instructional excellence.'
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Now, the school plans to apply for the Restricted Airline Transport Pilot Program.
'Our graduates will now enter the workforce with credentials from a program backed by the FAA's most rigorous standards,' said Dr. Thomas H. Paulsen, Dean of the School of Agriculture and Aviation. 'This elevates our program and provides our students a critical advantage in a competitive and growing aviation industry.'
The school said these efforts will help streamline the career of future pilots in their programs.
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