Aviation

Butler Tech Aviation Program Overview

Let your career take off from Butler Tech’s Aviation Exploration pathway! Become an FAA-licensed drone pilot within your first year at Butler Tech. Students will study aviation theory, navigation, and management, learn principles of meteorology forecasting, and apply knowledge of aircraft ground handling safety procedures to aviation maintenance. During your junior year, you will be immersed inside Butler Tech’s very own hangar at the Middletown Municipal Airport. Through a partnership with Cincinnati State, students will gain hands-on experience in airframe and power plant mechanics on aircraft.

College Tech Prep Program

Aviation combines college-like instruction with hands-on activities to prepare students for the technical occupations of the future, providing a pathway to an associate degree or beyond. College TechPrep programs provide advanced skills in math, science, communication and technologies. Graduate from high school ready for an entry-level position, earning credentials and the option to earn college credits to apply to a college degree. Continue your education at a two or four-year college.

Student Organization

AviationExploration students participate in SkillsUSA, a student business organization that empowers members with a structured program that promotes citizenship, leadership, employability, technical and professional skills training. Students have the opportunity to compete at regional, state, and national levels.