Do cadets earn Air Force flying ratings? 2. What flying courses are available? 3. Are extracurricular flying courses available?
1. Do cadets earn Air Force flying ratings? Cadets do not earn Air Force “wings” at the Academy; however, cadets who complete several airmanship and navigation courses during their four years can gain sufficient flight experience, which serves as excellent preparation for pilot or navigator training after graduation. Back To Top 2. What flying courses are available? There are two primary flying courses available. The first is basic soaring. This offers cadets an opportunity to fly up to 14 sorties in a glider and potentially have a solo flight. The second is the Powered Flight Program (PFP). This program is designed to give cadets exposure to an operational environment, also with an opportunity to solo. Neither of these programs is limited based on pilot qualification.
