Moberly Area Community College Launches Commercial Pilot Program
Moberly Area Community College (MACC) has launched a new commercial pilot training program at the Columbia Regional Airport. The program, housed in the remodeled former airport terminal, aims to address pilot shortages and provide local students with a pathway to…
St. Louis, MO, August 14, 2026 —
Moberly Area Community College (MACC) has established a new commercial pilot training program, located at the Columbia Regional Airport. The initiative seeks to address the growing demand for pilots in the aviation industry.
The program is situated in the recently remodeled former airport terminal building. This new facility will accommodate students pursuing a career in aviation. MACC’s goal is to provide local students with a direct pathway into the profession, helping to alleviate projected pilot shortages.
The curriculum is designed as a two-year program, culminating in an associate’s degree for students who successfully complete all requirements. This academic structure aims to offer a comprehensive education in commercial piloting.
Details regarding specific course offerings, admission requirements, or faculty for the program were not immediately available. The timeline for the first cohort of students to begin training also remains unspecified.
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