Charlotte Technical College, a public technical college run by Charlotte County Public Schools, trains aviation mechanics at its campus on Punta Gorda Airport.
Verified October 3, 2026 against Charlotte Tech’s 2026-27 program cost sheets. Compare all Florida A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: Airframe 1,350 hours + Powerplant 900 hours (about 17 months)
- Cost: $14,130 both ratings incl. tools (2026-27)
- Location: Punta Gorda, FL (Punta Gorda Airport campus)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Compare with other A&P schools nearby: South Florida A&P schools.
Our Take
Charlotte Tech suits Southwest Florida students who want an on-airport program with a predictable all-in price: about $14,130 for both ratings with tools, or $15,705 with FAA test fees. Classes run weekdays, 7:30 a.m. to 2:50 p.m., with separate start dates for each rating. It does not publish out-of-state pricing.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | Part 147 certificated school (certificate CCNT646K); COE accredited |
| Programs | Aviation Airframe Mechanics (1,350 hours, includes General); Aviation Powerplant Mechanics (900 hours, Airframe/General prerequisite) |
| Both ratings | 2,250 hours, about 17 months (our estimate) |
| Schedule | Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–2:50 p.m. |
| Next starts | Powerplant October 16, 2026; Airframe February 10, 2027 |
| Cost (2026-27) | Airframe $7,897 + Powerplant $6,233 = $14,130, incl. tools (about $2,500), uniform and SkillsUSA; FAA fees about $1,575 extra |
| FAA pass rate | 86.0% (37 of 43 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Campus | 28000 A-1 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda Airport |
| Verified | October 3, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
Charlotte Tech publishes a cost sheet for each rating; tuition is $2.92 per clock hour.
| Program | Hours | 2026-27 cost |
|---|---|---|
| Aviation Airframe Mechanics | 1,350 | $7,897 (incl. tools) |
| Aviation Powerplant Mechanics | 900 | $6,233 |
| Both ratings | 2,250 | $14,130 |
Powerplant requires the General portion completed in Airframe.
What You Will Actually Pay
The two cost sheets total $14,130: about $5,207 in school charges for Airframe plus tools (about $2,500), a uniform and SkillsUSA dues, and $6,233 for Powerplant. FAA written, oral and practical test fees add about $1,575, for $15,705 in all. Florida residents pay $2.92 per clock hour; out-of-state rates are not published.
How It Compares in South Florida
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Technical College (Punta Gorda) | Airframe + Powerplant (2,250 hours) | About 17 months | $14,130 incl. tools | 86.0% |
| Lorenzo Walker Technical College (Naples) | Airframe + Powerplant (about 2,200 hours) | About 22 months | $15,566 incl. tools | 87.5% |
| Broward College (Pembroke Pines) | Airframe + Powerplant certificates (60 credits) | 13–19 months | $7,074 + lab fees | 84.7% |
| George T. Baker Aviation Technical College (Miami) | Airframe + Powerplant (2,250–2,700 hours) | About 20 months | $5,760 tuition + materials | 85.2% |
| UTI (Miramar) | A&P diploma (1,950 hours) | 78 weeks | $53,095 | Too few tests |
Charlotte Tech and Lorenzo Walker are Southwest Florida’s public A&P programs. See all Florida A&P schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlotte Technical College’s aviation program FAA-approved?
Yes. It operates FAA Part 147 school CCNT646K; graduates passed 37 of 43 FAA written tests from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA’s pass-rate report.
How much does it cost?
$14,130 for both ratings at 2026-27 rates, including tools; about $15,705 with FAA test fees.
When are the next starts?
Powerplant begins October 16, 2026, and Airframe February 10, 2027.
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