Liberty University’s School of Aeronautics trains aviation mechanics at its A&P Center at Lynchburg Regional Airport, about five minutes from the main campus. Its graduates took more FAA written tests than any other Virginia school in the latest report.
Verified October 4, 2026 against Liberty’s 2026-27 catalog, residential expense schedule, course-fee list and program pages. Compare all Virginia A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: Under 12 months (certificate); 2–4 years (degrees)
- Cost: About $45,000 (certificate, our estimate incl. $10,275 course fees)
- Location: Lynchburg, VA (A&P Center at Lynchburg Regional Airport)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Our Take
Liberty suits students who want to finish quickly or pair the A&P with a degree: the certificate takes under a year as a full-time residential cohort, and bachelor’s options build on it. It costs far more than Blue Ridge Community College, about $45,000 by our estimate, because Liberty charges its private-university block tuition plus capstone course fees. Graduates passed 88.1% of FAA written tests.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | Part 147 certificated school (certificate L48T855K) |
| Full A&P credential | Aviation Maintenance Technician certificate, 50 credits (General 14, Airframe 16, Powerplant 20) |
| Format | Residential only; full-time cohort over three consecutive terms |
| Length | Under 12 months |
| Starts | Spring and fall; next January 18, 2027 |
| Other credentials | AA in Aviation Maintenance Technician; BS in Aviation Maintenance; BS in Aviation Technology (flight and maintenance); online BS in Aviation Maintenance Management for A&P holders |
| Cost (2026-27) | $12,695 per semester block tuition + $10,275 in capstone course fees + activity and health fees; about $45,000 (our estimate) |
| Aid | Federal aid; Yellow Ribbon for veterans |
| FAA pass rate | 88.1% (543 of 616 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Verified | October 4, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
Liberty’s certificate grew to 50 credits for 2026-27, with a capstone course closing each of the General, Airframe and Powerplant sections. Instruction is about 40% lecture and 60% hands-on.
| Program | Credits | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Aviation Maintenance Technician certificate | 50 | Residential cohort, under 12 months |
| AA in Aviation Maintenance Technician | 87 (catalog) | Residential |
| BS in Aviation Maintenance (Management or UAS) | 123–125 | Residential |
| BS in Aviation Technology (Flight and Maintenance) | 137 | Residential |
| BS in Aviation Maintenance Management | 125 | Online, for A&P holders (50 credits for the certificate) |
Liberty’s own pages list the associate degree at 82 to 91 credits; the catalog figure is shown.
What You Will Actually Pay
Liberty charges a residential block rate of $12,695 per semester for 12–18 credits and $475 per credit in summer, the same for every state, plus $630 per semester in activity and health fees. The three capstone courses add $10,275 in course fees, which cover some exam costs. Liberty does not publish a certificate total; we estimate about $45,000 for a January start. The online maintenance management BS costs $410 per credit full-time ($250 for military).
How It Compares in Virginia and DC
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University (Lynchburg) | AMT certificate (50 credits) | Under 12 months | About $45,000 | 88.1% |
| Blue Ridge Community College (Weyers Cave) | AAS (68 credits) | 4 semesters | $13,586 | 98.5% |
| Danville Community College | AAS or certificates | 3 semesters per certificate | Community college rates | New (2026) |
| Aviation Institute of Maintenance (Norfolk) | AMT certificate (78 credits) | 21 months | $52,077 (2023-24) | 90.1% |
| Aviation Institute of Maintenance (Manassas) | AMT certificate (78 credits) | 21 months | $52,077 (2023-24) | 80.6% |
| University of the District of Columbia | AAS (70 credits) | 4 semesters | $9,910 DC; $15,510 metro (2023 rates) | 73.3% |
Liberty is Virginia’s fastest A&P path but costs about three times Blue Ridge. See all Virginia A&P schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Liberty University’s aviation program FAA-approved?
Yes. It operates FAA Part 147 school L48T855K; graduates passed 543 of 616 FAA written tests from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA’s pass-rate report.
Can I earn the A&P online at Liberty?
No. The certificate is residential at the airport. The online bachelor’s in maintenance management is for students who already hold an A&P.
How long is the certificate?
Three consecutive terms, under 12 months, as a full-time cohort.
Related Programs
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