Riverside, Calif. (July 9, 2015) -- California Baptist University's Department of Aviation Science recently reached another milestone. The CBU Flight School now has an approved FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Center located in the Flight Operations Center. 

The onsite testing center allows students to take their FAA exam in an environment they are familiar with and is convenient for them, said Dr. Daniel Prather, chair of the department of aviation science, which had its inaugural class in the fall of 2013. Previously, CBU aviation science students had to use an off-site testing center. Aviation flight majors typically take one test each semester to earn their rating or certificate in various areas, such as instrument rating or flight engineer.

"Having the testing center in-house just helps us provide the total package," Prather said. "Students can come into the program, learn how to fly, earn their ratings and certificates, take their FAA written exams and earn their college degree."

The test center is available to anyone wanting to take FAA-required knowledge exams, not just CBU students. The Flight School has 11 aircraft, six flight instructors with more being hired and now a test center.

"It's yet another piece of the puzzle that allows us to continue growing and realizing our vision," Prather said.