Aviation 100 - Aviation Orientation
University Life 101 - Introduction to University Life
Aviation 102 - Introduction to Aviation (Private Pilot Certification)
Aviation 221 - Basic Attitude Instrument Flying
Aviation 222 - IFR Regulations and Procedures
Aviation 250 - Human Factors
Aviation 323 - Aerodynamics for Airplanes
Aviation 324 - Aircraft Systems
Aviation 325 - Multi-Engine Systems and Procedures
Aviation 415 - Instrument Instructor Certification
Aviation 480 - Advanced Aircraft Operations
Textbooks
Dusenbury, M., Daku, S., (2019) The Pilot's Manual: Airline Transport Pilot. ASA Publications Newcastle, Washington
Dusenbury, M., Daku, S., Laux, R. (2015) The Pilot’s Manual: Multi-Engine Flying. ASA Publications Newcastle, Washington
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Daku, S. A., & Stupnisky, R. (2017). The Relationship Between Motivation and Job Preferences in Commercial Aviation Graduates. International Journal of Aviation, Aeronautics, and Aerospace
Wilson, N.D., Daku, S. A. (2016). Industry in Motion: Pilot Study on Instructor and Management Perceptions of New Hire Pilot Technical and Professional Preparation. International Journal of Aviation, aeronautics, and Aerospace
Other UND Aerospace Published and Copyrighted Documents
Daku, S., Dusenbury, M., Laux, R. (2011) King Air Systems Study Guide: Edition 1. Grand Forks: UND Aerospace Foundation.
Daku, S. (2009) King Air Checklist & Standardization Manual. Grand Forks: UND Aerospace Foundation
Periodicals
Daku, S. (April 2016) Twin & Turbine: Making Sense of “Climb Via” and “Descend Via”
Presentations
Daku, S. (May 31, 2018) Automation Expectations: The New Unusual Attitude at the ALPA Trained for Life: Human-Centered Approach to Safety Conference in Orlando, FL
Daku, S. & Lovelace, K. (May 2018) Digital Natives Go to Flight School: Teaching Strategies form Collegiate Aviation in Orlando, FL
Daku, S. & Lovelace, K. (May 2017) Teaching Strategies for the Present Generation in Orlando, FL
Daku, S. (September 2014). USTDA/SAA Aviation Awareness and Skills Development Study Tour. Presented to educators from South Africa as well as training managers from South African Airways on Math, Science and Technology teaching for future aviators in Cincinnati, OH
Daku, S. (February 2014). Crew Resource Management. Presented at the North Dakota EMS Association Regional Conference
Daku, S. (December 2013). Crew Resource Management. Presented at the Grand Forks EMS Association Conference
Daku, S. (April 2013). Loss of Directional Control. FAAST Safety Stand down 2013 at the Fargo Air Museum
Airline Transport Pilot-Airplane Single-Engine Land and Sea and Multi-Engine Land Instrument Airplane; Type Rated – CL65, RA390
Certified Flight Instructor-Airplane Single and Multi-Engine Instrument Airplane
Ph. D. - Educational Foundations and Research, University of North Dakota (2021)
M. S. – Instructional Design and Technology, University of North Dakota (2014)
B. S. – Aeronautical Sciences, University of North Dakota (2001)
2014-present: Assistant Professor, Aviation Department, UND
2011-2014: Lecturer, Aviation Department, UND
2009-2011: Turbine Instructor, UND
2004-2009: Captain, Air Wisconsin Airlines Corporation
John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences, Department of Aviation
Assessment Committee
Course Primary Instructor – Aviation 480
Restricted ATP Certificate Coordinator
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
Certified Aviation Manager Governing Board – Testing Committee Chair