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Our application system is now open, you can apply for courses starting September 2026.
More InformationIf you would like to work in the aviation industry but need qualifications to enable you to do so, then look no further, we can help.
Our unique airside campus is based at Leeds Bradford Airport – one of the UK’s major airports. We have access to flying schools, technical instruction, expert careers advice and aviation knowledge. (Please note that we do not accept applications from international students.)
Our Courses
VOCATIONAL
| Title | Level |
|---|---|
| Aviation | Level 2, Level 3 |
| Cabin Crew | Level 2 |
DEGREES & HIGHER LEVELS
| Title | Level |
|---|---|
| Air Transport Management BSc (Top-up) | Level 6 |
| Aviation Management & Operations FdSc | Level 5 |
| Aviation Management & Operations with Pilot Studies FdSc | Level 5 |
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Getting Here
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Leeds, LS19 7UG Enter your postcode below to find out how to get to the Aviation Academy
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Our Socials
The Aviation Academy
15 hours ago
🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Aviation Excellence! ✈️
This year marks a huge milestone for The Aviation Academy – 20 incredible years of inspiring future aviation professionals!
A heartfelt thank you to Multiflight, our amazing landlords, for hosting us in their fantastic facilities ...over the past two decades. And a special shout-out to Gill Bryan for allowing us to capture this memorable photo inside the Multiflight hangar.
We were thrilled to celebrate with our stakeholders and students, and welcome Connor Ivison, Senior Airport Duty Manager at Leeds Bradford Airport, Cerys Glyn, Emerging Talent & Careers Administrator at Jet2.com, who have both been working closely with Vicky Carolan (College Lecturer) and Amanda Carr (Careers & Skills Development Manager at Craven College). Both industry guests joined us not only to mark the occasion but also to launch our brand-new Digital Badge initiative!
💬 Calling all former staff and students! We’d love to hear your stories and see where your careers and journeys have taken you. Share your memories with us so we can create a Memory Wall and feature your experiences on our social media channels. Drop us a message or tag us in your posts!
Here’s to the next 20 years of shaping aviation careers and creating opportunities! 🚀
#AviationEducation #20YearsStrong #FutureOfFlight #DigitalBadge #LeedsBradfordAirport #Multiflight #CravenCollege #AviationCareer
The Aviation Academy
16 hours ago
🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Aviation Excellence! ✈️
This year marks a huge milestone for The Aviation Academy – 20 incredible years of inspiring future aviation professionals!
A heartfelt thank you to Multiflight, our amazing landlords, for hosting us in their fantastic ...facilities over the past two decades. And a special shout-out to Gill Bryan for allowing us to capture this memorable photo inside the Multiflight hangar.
We were thrilled to celebrate with our stakeholders and students, and welcome Connor Ivison, Senior Airport Duty Manager at Leeds Bradford Airport, Cerys Glyn, Emerging Talent & Careers Administrator at Jet2.com, who have both been working closely with Vicky Carolan (College Lecturer) and Amanda Carr (Careers & Skills Development Manager at Craven College). Both industry guests joined us not only to mark the occasion but also to launch our brand-new Digital Badge initiative!
💬 Calling all former staff and students! We’d love to hear your stories and see where your careers and journeys have taken you. Share your memories with us so we can create a Memory Wall and feature your experiences on our social media channels. Drop us a message or tag us in your posts!
Here’s to the next 20 years of shaping aviation careers and creating opportunities! 🚀
#AviationEducation #20YearsStrong #FutureOfFlight #DigitalBadge #LeedsBradfordAirport #Multiflight #CravenCollege #AviationCareer Craven College
The Aviation Academy
5 days ago
Update: Wednesday 19 November, 7:30pm session is now fully booked
Craven College - Unlocking potential, changing lives
www.craven-college.ac.ukThe Aviation Academy
5 days ago
There's still time to book your place on one of our #AviationAcademy Open Evenings in November!
Come visit us at our unique airside campus based at Leeds Bradford Airport, and discover our offer of Vocational and Degree courses in Aviation.
📆 Wednesday 19 November (two ...sessions) - 5:30pm or 7:30pm (7:30pm now fully booked)
📆 Thursday 20 November - 5:30pm
Booking required: https://bit.ly/3KZUFZS
The Aviation Academy
5 days ago
There's still time to book your place on one of our #AviationAcademy Open Evenings in November!
Come visit us at our unique airside campus based at Leeds Bradford Airport, and discover our offer of Vocational and Degree courses in Aviation.
📆 Wednesday 19 November (two ...sessions) - 5:30pm or 7:30pm
📆 Thursday 20 November - 5:30pm
Booking required: https://bit.ly/3KZUFZS
Craven College - Unlocking potential, changing lives
www.craven-college.ac.ukThe Aviation Academy
1 months ago
✈️ Our new Level 4 FdSc Aviation Management & Operations with Pilot Studies students have been diving into the history of aviation pioneers with this week’s spotlight on the legendary Wright Brothers!
To bring the past to life, we chose to recreate the iconic Wright Flyer using a... mix of materials. The results were Impressive teamwork, creative builds, and plenty of laughs along the way! 🛩️👏
A great way to combine learning with a bit of hands-on fun!
#AviationHistory #WrightBrothers #FdScAviation #TeamworkInFlight #HEstudents #universityofhull
The Aviation Academy
1 months ago
✈️ Our new Level 4 FdSc Aviation Management & Operations with Pilot Studies students have been diving into the history of aviation pioneers with this week’s spotlight on the legendary Wright Brothers!
To bring the past to life, we chose to recreate the iconic Wright Flyer using a... mix of materials. The results were Impressive teamwork, creative builds, and plenty of laughs along the way! 🛩️👏
A great way to combine learning with a bit of hands-on fun!
#AviationHistory #WrightBrothers #FdScAviation #TeamworkInFlight #HEstudents #universityofhull
The Aviation Academy
1 months ago
✈️ A Grand Day Out at Manchester Airport! 🛫
Our Level 3 students took to the skies (well... nearly!) with an unforgettable day exploring the UK's 3rd busiest airport!
🎯 Mystery Shopper missions
👀 Behind-the-scenes airport operations
🛬 Up close with the ...mighty A380 – the world’s largest passenger aircraft
🎤 Exclusive customer service lecture – how Manchester Airport delivers top-tier service
🚀 Stepping inside the legendary Concorde – the fastest commercial aircraft ever built!
#AviationCollege #ManchesterRunwayTours #ManchesterAirport #Educationtours #A380 #Concorde #StudentExperience #FutureAviators #AirportOps #TravelAndTourism #AvGeek #cravencollege