HOUSTON – Texas Southern University is partnering with Southwest Airlines to bring a pathway for the next generation of pilots via a recruitment program.
The program, called “Destination 225°,” aims to provide an accessible pathway for graduates of TSU’s Aviation Science and Technology program, which includes certification to become a pilot.
TSU became the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to join the airline’s program, according to a news release.=
According to Southwest Airlines, “Destination 225°” allows aspiring pilots to gain flight experience and be trained to potentially become a Southwest Pilot. Four other universities, including the University of Oklahoma, and Arizona State University, have similar programs on campus.
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