The University of Central Arkansas Aviation Academy will again partner with the U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps to host cadets for a competitive flight training program this summer, the school announced.
UCA is one of only six universities nationwide selected for the 2026 program. The university’s selection reflects the success of its inaugural year and its ability to operate the program with minimal external support. Eight cadets will train at UCA from June 10 to Aug. 7 as part of the intensive summer program.
“We are proud to once again be selected as a host university for this highly competitive program,” Brad Teague, director of the UCA Aviation Academy, said. “Being chosen as one of only six sites nationwide speaks to the strength of our program and the success we demonstrated last year. This opportunity continues to expand access to aviation training while strengthening our role in preparing the next generation of pilots.”
Through the program, AFJROTC cadets from across the country are competitively selected to attend an aviation training experience at accredited universities for approximately eight weeks. Participants can earn college credit and work toward their Private Pilot License while gaining firsthand exposure to careers in aviation.
The program, established in 2018, is designed to address the growing demand for pilots while increasing accessibility to aviation careers for high school students.
More information, including how to apply, is available at uca.edu/aviation.
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