AIM Aviation Mechanic Programs
Phoenix | $55,000 | 21 Months
Opened in January 2024, AIM’s Phoenix campus is a modern 80,000-square-foot facility dedicated to preparing the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals. The campus features two expansive hangars with seven aircraft—including a Learjet 25, Cessna 195, and R44 Astro Helicopter—plus a composite lab and fully equipped tool room to support immersive, hands-on training. Students can enroll in the FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate program, gaining practical skills through real-world scenarios and instruction from experienced aviation professionals. With strong ties to local aviation companies and ongoing community engagement, AIM Phoenix offers a direct pathway to industry employment in a growing aviation hub.
America’s Best AMT Courses Maintenance Programs
Goodyear | $2,000 to $4,200 | 4 Days to 12 Days
America’s Best AMT Courses offers a range of FAA-recognized aviation maintenance programs in Goodyear, Arizona, designed for professionals at different stages of their careers. The programs range from 4 to 12 days and include specialized prep courses for A&P certifications, single certification needs, and practical/oral exams. With modern facilities and a team of experienced instructors, the school supports students through flexible start dates, comprehensive training, and personalized guidance for exam success...read more.
Chandler Gilbert Aviation Maintenance Programs
Mesa | $3,100 to $12,000 | 12 Months to 30 Months
Chandler-Gilbert Community College’s aviation maintenance programs provide training for careers in aviation maintenance, covering airframe, powerplant, and comprehensive aircraft systems. These programs include both degree and certificate options, with full FAA Part 147 approval and a focus on hands-on skills for industry certification readiness. With a location at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and strong ties to leading aerospace companies, students benefit from direct industry connections, up-to-date training, and excellent job prospects upon graduation...read more.
Embry Riddle Aviation Maintenance Programs
Prescott | $10,000 to $70,000 | 6 Months to 48 Months
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott, Arizona campus is a mile-high facility respected worldwide for cutting-edge instruction and training for tomorrow's aviation, aerospace, security and intelligence leaders. For aviation maintenance students, the Prescott campus offers two programs: the Associate in Science in Aviation Maintenance and the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance. Both programs prepare graduates for careers with top employers including Boeing, NASA, Southwest Airlines, and the U.S. Military, meeting the growing industry demand for skilled aviation maintenance professionals.
Pima Community College Aviation Maintenance Programs
Tucson | $4,000 to $14,000 | 4 Months to 17 Months
Pima Community College’s aviation mechanic programs deliver hands-on training for careers in aircraft maintenance, offering a range of certificate and degree options. Programs include airframe, powerplant, structural repair, avionics, and nondestructive testing, with durations from 4 to 17 months. FAA-approved courses and direct partnerships with major employers ensure high job placement rates and strong workforce readiness...read more.
Universal Technical Institute Aviation Mechanic Programs
Avondale | $50,000 | 18 Months to 24 Months
UTI’s Avondale campus offers an 18–24 month FAA-approved Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Technician program designed to prepare students for certification and careers in aviation maintenance. The curriculum includes 1,950 hours of hands-on training and classroom instruction covering aircraft structures, engines, electrical systems, and avionics. Students gain real-world experience using industry-standard tools and equipment while learning from experienced instructors. Graduates are eligible to take the FAA exams for Airframe and Powerplant certification and receive job placement support through UTI’s career services.
West-Mec Aviation Maintenance Programs
Glendale, Phoenix | $17,000 to $27,000 | 16 Months to 27 Months
West-MEC's Aviation Maintenance Technology programs offer FAA-approved training paths ranging from 16 to 27 months, with three specialized tracks: the comprehensive Airframe & Powerplant program (1,926 hours), the Airframe-only program (1,161 hours), and the Powerplant-only program (1,161 hours). The curriculum covers essential aviation maintenance skills including electrical systems, aircraft structures, engine operations, and regulatory compliance, taught by experienced FAA-certified instructors using advanced lab equipment and real aircraft components. Graduates are prepared to take FAA certification exams and pursue careers as Aviation Maintenance Technicians with commercial airlines, general aviation companies, or aircraft manufacturers...read more.