A Higher Purpose. A Higher Standard. A Higher You.
Pontchartrain Aviation University prepares the next generation of aviation professionals through hands-on training, industry-driven education, and deep ties to the Gulf Coast aerospace community.
Located on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans, PAU serves Louisiana and the nation by producing FAA-certified pilots, mechanics, and aviation leaders who are safety-focused, technically skilled, and ready for the demands of commercial, industrial, and general aviation.
Safety
The foundation of every flight, every repair, every decision
Access
Affordable, M.J. Foster-eligible programs for Louisiana residents
Flight Excellence
FAA Part 141 & 147 standards with airline/airport partnerships
Enterprise
Serving the Gulf Coast's aviation, oil & gas, and aerospace industries
