A Degree Designed to Advance Aviation Safety

At Embry-Riddle, students are trained to think critically and stay ahead in an industry defined by innovation and change. The Aviation Safety program prepares future leaders to tackle today’s most pressing challenges while exploring emerging frontiers like uncrewed aircraft, autonomous systems and advanced air mobility.

Aviation Safety students develop the skills to identify problems and find solutions. You will gain a strong foundation in safety principles, data analysis and modern aircraft technology — developing the skills needed to lead in high-stakes environments. With air safety at the core of aviation success, graduates are equipped to uphold the highest standards and drive performance that protects both passengers and pilots.

Program Details

Offered at the Worldwide & Online Campus

Embry‑Riddle is a world-renowned aviation and aerospace education leader with deep connections to aviation and aerospace industries. The B.S. in Aviation Safety, housed in the Department of Aeronautics in the College of Aviation, introduces domains integral to aviation operations, including maintenance, air traffic control, safety science, airport operations and flight safety. 

At the Worldwide & Online Campus, you can structure your education around your lifestyle, taking classes where and when you want, while pursuing safety-related domains. You'll have access to the Virtual Crash Lab, which allows you to map a crash site and investigate wreckage in a virtual environment.  


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Prepare to advance air safety with a strong foundation in data analysis, safety principles and modern aircraft technology.
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What You'll Learn

What You'll Learn

The Aviation Safety program delivers a comprehensive curriculum that covers every critical aspect of aviation operations — from maintenance and air traffic control to safety science, airport operations and flight safety.
Students performing aircraft maintenance using mobile platform to access engine and underside of fuselage.Students performing aircraft maintenance using mobile platform to access engine and underside of fuselage.

Example Careers

Example Careers

Example roles in this field include:
  • Accident Investigator
  • Safety Specialist
  • Data Analyst
  • Safety Analyst
  • Occupational Safety Manager
Students working in the Crash Lab

Example Employers

Example Employers

Example employers in this field include:

  • American Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • Federal Aviation Administration
  • National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
  • Virgin Galactic

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