Traviss Technical College, part of Polk County Public Schools, teaches FAA Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant courses to adults at the Central Florida Aerospace Academy on Lakeland Linder International Airport.
Verified October 2, 2026 against Polk Technical Colleges’ program page and the airport education campus listing. Compare all Florida A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: Not published (1,350 hours per rating)
- Cost: $10,633 resident (both ratings)
- Location: Lakeland, FL (Lakeland Linder International Airport)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Compare with other A&P schools nearby: Orlando and Central Florida A&P schools.
Our Take
Traviss suits Polk County residents who want an on-airport public program at about a quarter of the price of Lakeland’s private school. Its afternoon-evening shift (1:30–8:30 p.m.) is unusual among Florida public programs. The program shares its campus with a high school academy, and the FAA does not report a separate pass rate for adult students.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | FAA Part 147 courses open to adults at the Central Florida Aerospace Academy (CFAA certificate 6CKT604K) |
| Programs | Airframe and Powerplant, 1,350 hours each (General plus two modules) |
| Schedule | Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 1:30–8:30 p.m. |
| Cost | Airframe $6,007; Powerplant $4,626; $10,633 for both (residents) |
| Out-of-state | $21,168 Airframe; $14,733 Powerplant; $35,901 for both |
| FAA pass rate | Not reported separately (the CFAA certificate shows 27 of 27 tests passed, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Campus | 4075 James C. Ray Dr, Lakeland, FL 33811 (Lakeland Linder International Airport) |
| Verified | October 2, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
Polk Technical Colleges lists Airframe and Powerplant programs of 1,350 hours each for students 16 and older.
| Program | Clock hours | Resident cost | Out-of-state cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airframe | 1,350 | $6,007 | $21,168 |
| Powerplant | 1,350 | $4,626 | $14,733 |
Polk does not itemize these totals or say whether the lower Powerplant price reflects General hours already completed.
What You Will Actually Pay
Florida residents pay about $10,633 for both ratings; out-of-state students about $35,901. Totals are not itemized, so ask what tools, books and FAA testing they include.
How It Compares in Central Florida
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traviss Technical College (Lakeland) | 2,700 hours listed | Not published | $10,633 | Not separately reported |
| National Aviation Academy (Clearwater) | 2,000 hours | 14 months | $41,650 | 80.2% |
| International AeroTech Academy (Lakeland) | 1,885–2,000 hours | 15–22 months | $36,000 | 73.5% |
| Aviation Institute of Maintenance (Orlando) | 78 credits | 21 months | $52,077 (2023-24) | 68.3% |
| Eastern Florida State College | 2,250 hours | 80 weeks | $17,996 | 98.7% |
Traviss is the lowest-cost option in the Lakeland–Tampa corridor. International AeroTech Academy (Lakeland) and National Aviation Academy (Clearwater) are faster private options at $36,000–$42,000. See the Orlando and Central Florida comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can adults enroll at the Central Florida Aerospace Academy?
The academy is a high school program, but Traviss Technical College offers FAA Part 147 courses to adults at the same airport campus.
How much does it cost?
About $10,633 for both ratings for Florida residents and $35,901 for out-of-state students.
Is there an evening option?
Yes. One shift runs 1:30–8:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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