
Aviation
New ideas taking flight with each student.
The Aviation program is striving to be nationally recognized as the leading academic program in aeronautical management technology by providing students the highest quality education available in flight, air traffic and aviation management areas at the undergraduate level, and in aeronautical management and aviation human factors at the graduate level.
Spring 2025
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This team partnered with Desert Breeze Aviation, a local flight school operating a single aircraft, to support its planned expansion. With the school considering the purchase of an additional airplane, the team focused on evaluating the financial implications, developing marketing…
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This team evaluated Sierra Charlie Aviation’s space constraints, which flight instructors identified as inadequate for effective ground instruction. To address current needs and accommodate future growth, the team explored property expansion options, analyzed the operational impact of increased space and…
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This team partnered with Chandler Air Service to address inefficiencies in asset usage and budget allocation within the line service department. By implementing artificial intelligence and data-driven tracking systems, the team aims to optimize asset utilization, reduce maintenance costs and…
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This team conducted a high-level assessment of airport infrastructure and operations to support future economic growth. By analyzing current facilities, market trends and regional demand, the team identified opportunities to improve efficiency and expand capabilities. The goal is to provide…
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This team addressed safety concerns in southern Arizona’s busy airspace by creating a centralized resource on skydiving operations. Their deliverables include a Google Doc and infographic detailing active drop zones, aircraft types, radio frequencies and procedures. Designed to promote safer…
Thank you for attending the Spring 2025 Innovation Showcase
Friday, May 2, 2025
10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Sun Devil Fitness Complex, Polytechnic campus