Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony - FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the Annual Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony 

What is the Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony?

The Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony is a unique and special ceremony for the private pilot community at Kent State University and signifies the successful completion of the Private Pilot Certification in the educational progression toward becoming a professional pilot. 

Who is eligible to participate? 

The Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony honors and recognizes students who have successfully earned their Private Pilot Certificate at Kent State University, as well as those who have entered the program with their Private Pilot Certificate prior to beginning the program but have completed their first flight course at Kent State University.

When is the annual private pilot pinning ceremony? 

The Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony will take place in the fall, annually, and be hosted in accordance with the A&E Expo. 

The 2023 Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony is tentatively scheduled for the evening of Thursday, September 7, 2023. 

Dress Code

Ceremony Participants: Business Casual 

Ceremony Guests: Casual 

This event is taking place during the A&E Expo. This family and community event has been a fixture in the Stow/Kent community for more than two decades, and we are thrilled to bring this event back and showcase our Airport and FedEx Aeronautics Academic Center to the community.

Cost 

Admission to The Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony is based on event location and will be included in the formal Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony invitation. 

Parking

Due to onsite parking availability, parking arrangements will be made in advance. Details will be included in the formal Private Pilot Pinning Ceremony invitation. 

Questions? 

All questions about eligibility and participation can be directed to cae@kent.edu.