Epic Flight Academy, a flight school founded in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, opened its FAA Part 147 aircraft mechanic school in 2020 and added a second campus at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in 2024.
Verified October 3, 2026 against Epic’s aircraft mechanic and campus pages and the FAA pass-rate report. Compare A&P schools by state.
Quick Facts
- Length: 2,250 hours, about 15 months
- Cost: $36,995 incl. books, FAA written and oral/practical exam fees
- Location: New Smyrna Beach, FL; Erlanger, KY (Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Our Take
Public colleges cost less, but Epic offers a predictable, all-in price of $36,995 that includes books and every FAA exam fee, paid one course at a time. The 15-month, four-day-a-week schedule leaves Fridays free, and graduates passed 86.0% of FAA written tests. Epic does not offer FAFSA aid, and the GI Bill is accepted only in Florida.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Private, ACCSC accredited |
| Campuses | New Smyrna Beach, FL; Erlanger, KY (CVG airport) |
| Program | Airframe and Powerplant, 2,250 hours (five 450-hour courses) |
| Schedule | Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m., about 15 months |
| Starts | About four a year per campus (next Nov 30, 2026 in Florida; Jan 4, 2027 in Kentucky) |
| Cost | $36,995: $33,500 tuition (incl. FAA written exams) + $1,500 books + $145 application + $1,850 FAA oral/practical |
| Aid | Private loans, 529 plans, scholarships; GI Bill in Florida only; no FAFSA |
| FAA pass rate | 86.0% (129 of 150 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Verified | October 3, 2026 |
Campuses
Both campuses run the same program and price.
| Campus | Location | Next starts | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Smyrna Beach, FL | 1919-B N Dixie Fwy | Nov 30, 2026; Mar 8, 2027 | GI Bill accepted |
| Erlanger, KY | Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport | Jan 4, 2027; Mar 29, 2027 | Opened April 2024; no GI Bill; FEAM Aero sponsorships may be available |
Epic’s FAA pass rate combines three certificates filed in Florida; the Kentucky campus had little or no testing in the report period.
Programs
Epic’s aircraft mechanic program is five 450-hour courses of about three months each, covering General, Airframe and Powerplant. Polk State College awards 30 credits and Purdue Global up to 77 credits toward degrees for graduates.
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition (5 courses × $6,700, incl. FAA written exams) | $33,500 |
| Books and materials | $1,500 |
| Application fee | $145 |
| FAA oral and practical exams (paid to examiner) | $1,850 |
| Total | $36,995 |
What You Will Actually Pay
Students pay $6,700 per course as they go rather than the full price up front. The $36,995 total includes FAA written and oral/practical exam fees. Epic says it does not provide FAFSA aid; it accepts private loans, 529 plans and scholarships, and the GI Bill at New Smyrna Beach only.
Why Students Choose Epic
- All FAA exam fees included: written, oral and practical, so there are few surprise costs.
- Pay as you go: $6,700 per course instead of one large bill.
- Four-day week: Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Airport settings: New Smyrna Beach and a hangar at CVG, a major cargo hub.
- College credit later: Polk State and Purdue Global accept the training toward degrees.
Epic vs. Nearby Public Programs
Public programs cost less and accept federal aid but start less often.
| Campus | Nearby public option | Cost (residents) | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Smyrna Beach | Eastern Florida State College (Melbourne) | $17,996 incl. tools | 98.7% |
| New Smyrna Beach | Florida State College at Jacksonville | $6,324 + tools | 92.9% |
Pass rates are for August 2023–December 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Epic Flight Academy’s A&P program cost?
$36,995 in total, including books and FAA written and oral/practical exam fees.
How long does it take?
2,250 hours, about 15 months, Monday–Thursday.
Does Epic accept FAFSA or the GI Bill?
No FAFSA. The GI Bill is accepted at New Smyrna Beach but not at the Kentucky campus.
Is Epic FAA-approved?
Yes. Its Florida certificates posted an 86.0% combined written-test pass rate from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA pass-rate report.
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