Is EKU a good school for training?

[abexpilot]

I was one of the first few graduates from the EKU program when it was introduced in the early 90's. Overall, the flight instruction and academics was pretty good. The cost is nearly unbeatable compared with most others. As far as I know, EKU still doesn't offer some of the advanced aircraft training (ie types or engineer certificates) but in my opinion those options are a big waste of money anyway. As far as Richmond goes, it's a great little town. I had a great time while living there. I also however must agree with JP1. One would be wise to major or at least co-major in another degree program. I have interviewed with a number of regionals and two major airlines and can tell you that from my experience, an aviation oriented degree gives little or no advantage. (No matter what a college program recruiter will tell you, a degree in engineering for example will always look better on a resume than a professional pilot degree) I would recommend (and if I had it to do over again I would) majoring in a program whose graduates are in demand in the general workforce. I knew of a guy at the regional I used to work for who had an RN degree (nursing). In fact, he made more working a couple of shifts as an agency nurse per week than he made as a first officer. Such a degree could not only help offset the low first year wages but would also provide a reliable cushion should the airline career not go as planned.

 

[nickm347]

it sounds like another major is the way to go...im actually visiting the campus next week for my spring break, so when im there, i will take a look at some other majors and see what they have to offer

thanks again for all the help

 

[abexpilot]

I meant to mention this in my last post, but I feel the best route would be to major in a separate, more practical field, then get a minor in aviation. You could also supplement the minor by using aviation courses to fulfill the various elective requirements.

 

[nickm347]

thanks, thats also a great idea, i will have to really start thinking about it before i start any classes

 

[abexpilot]

nickm347,

I live in the Cincy area as well. I moved up here several years ago when hired by Abx Air. Would be glad to talk with you more about EKU if you'd like as well as to give my 2 cents worth on aviation careers. PM me if interested.