The Midland College Professional Pilot Program is conducted in partnership with Mesa Air Group to prepare students for employment as a First Officer for Mesa Airlines. The program has specialized admission requirements due to the Federal Aviation Regulations and the cost of flight training.

Students will complete a rigorous four-semester program culminating with an Associates Degree in Applied Science - Professional Pilot. Each student will obtain the following pilot licenses and ratings: Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot, Instrument rating and Multi-engine ratings. An optional course study will permit students to obtain a Certified Flight Instructor Certificate if they desire. Upon successful completion of the program, each student will receive an interview for employment with Mesa Airlines.

Flights are scheduled at our Midland school. If you go to class at Midland College during the morning, you will be scheduled for flights during the afternoons at the flight line, and vice versa if you are on the afternoon academic schedule.

The Midland College campus is adjacent to Midland Air Park where flight training is conducted. The 1.6 mile drive around the perimeter takes a matter of minutes.

Information regarding applying to the program, registration, financial aid, courses and THEA requirements may be obtained in the current Midland College catalog. More information on the Professional Pilot program may be obtained by filling out the online form or contacting: