Aviation Maintenance Technology

Program Length: 2160 Hours

Career Opportunities:
The Aircraft Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Technician profession offers a vast array of career opportunities ranging from general aviation to commercial aviation; from aircraft or component manufacturers to aircraft repair and overhaul at both domestic and foreign fixed base operations. Employers range from the major and commuter airlines, corporate or government flight departments, Maintenance Repair Organizations, engine overhaul and service centers to the government and Federal Aviation Administration. Additional opportunities can be found at helicopter operations in the petroleum, government, law enforcement and medical fields.

Two students working on a small jet in the hanger under the watchful eye of the instructor

**Employers of Our Graduates**
Aero Associates
US Air Express
DynCorp
Cessna Aircraft
US Air
FedEx
ComAir
United Space Alliance
Flightline Group
Delta Airlines
Raytheon
Maule Air, Inc.
DHL Air Freight
Pratt & Whitney
Northwest Airlines
Federal Aviation Administration
Capital Avionics

Program Content / Objectives

The Aviation Maintenance Technology program is divided into three course OCP’s consisting of:

Aviation General Maintenance Technician Helper (540 Hours) - This course is designed to introduce the student to the required general subjects and skills in preparation for the FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification. This course is a prerequisite for both the Airframe Maintenance Technician and Powerplant Maintenance Technician programs.

Airframe Maintenance Technician (810 Hours) - This course introduces the student to the knowledge and skills required to prepare for FAA Airframe exam and certification. Subjects include sheetmetal structures, composites, rigging, aircraft airframe systems, instruments, communication and navigation systems.

Powerplant Maintenance Technician (810 Hours) - This course introduces the student to the knowledge and skills required to prepare for FAA Powerplant examination and certification. Subjects include reciprocating and turbine engines, propeller and powerplant systems.

A photo of one of the instructors at the Aviation school in front of a dismantled plane chassis

As the aviation maintenance profession becomes more sophisticated, the need for well-trained, competent technicians will continue to rise. Each day the lives of the flying public depends on the competence and professionalism of the A&P technician.

Aviation Maintenance Technology Campus (At the Tallahassee Regional Airport)
3290 Capital Circle, SW, Tallahassee, Florida 32310
Phone: (850) 488-2460 Toll-free: (800) 498-8986 Fax: (850) 488-2735