AIM Aviation Mechanic Programs
Orlando | $55,000 | 21 Months
The Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) program at AIM Orlando Metro prepares students for entry-level roles in aircraft maintenance through 21 months of hands-on training and classroom instruction. Students learn to service and repair aircraft structures, powerplants, flight control systems, and electrical systems using FAA-standard equipment in purpose-built labs and an 18,000-square-foot hangar. Located in Casselberry, AIM Orlando Metro is the region’s only FAA Part 147-certified school and benefits from strong ties to the city’s growing aviation and aerospace sectors. Instructors bring years of field experience to the classroom, helping students develop both technical expertise and professional skills. With access to advanced training tools and strong industry connections, AIM graduates are well-positioned for careers in aviation maintenance, avionics, and technical engineering.
Broward College Aviation Mechanic Programs
Fort Lauderdale | $3,500 to $18,000 | 13 Months to 20 Months
Broward College offers FAA-approved aviation mechanic programs that prepare students to become certified Airframe and Powerplant technicians. Students can choose between the Traditional 18–19 month schedule or the accelerated 13-month Express option, with training held at the Emil Buehler Aviation Institute near North Perry Airport. Graduates earn eligibility to take FAA certification exams, convert certificates into college credit, and pursue an Associate of Science in Aviation Maintenance Management...read more.
Eastern Florida State College Aviation Mechanic Programs
Melbourne | $17,000 - $19,000 | 21 Months (minimum)
Eastern Florida State College offers affordable, accredited aviation programs that combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Whether pursuing certifications or an associate degree, students are prepared for successful careers in the aviation and aerospace industries. With a strong emphasis on hands-on training and industry-relevant curriculum, EFSC stands out as a premier institution for aviation education...read more.
Embry Riddle Aviation Maintenance Programs
Daytona Beach | $10,000 to $70,000 | 6 Months to 48 Months
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Daytona Beach campus spans 185 acres in Florida and serves approximately 7,200 undergraduate and 800 graduate students from 50 states and nearly 100 countries. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities including one of the busiest flight training operations with nearly 400 daily flights, a fleet of 88 Cessna Skyhawks and 14 Diamond DA42-VI aircraft, and extensive specialized laboratories and research centers. For aviation maintenance students, the campus offers two comprehensive programs: the Associate in Science in Aviation Maintenance Science, which provides hands-on A&P certification preparation in a 66-credit program, and the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance Science, which combines advanced technical training with specialized concentrations in areas like Flight, Maintenance Management, Safety Science, or Avionics Cybertechnology and Security.
Epic Flight Academy Aviation Maintenance Program
New Smyrna Beach | $45,000 | 19 Months
Epic Flight Academy’s Aircraft Mechanic Program at New Smyrna Beach Airport offers a 19-month FAA Part 147-certified pathway to A&P certification through hands-on, airport-based training. Students follow a structured curriculum split between classroom learning and real-world maintenance labs, developing critical skills in airframe, powerplant, and avionics systems. The program emphasizes career readiness through industry partnerships with airlines, MROs, and manufacturers, supported by veteran benefits and international student services. Located in a coastal Florida community, the campus combines technical rigor with a lifestyle-friendly setting ideal for focused training.
FSCJ Aviation Mechanic Programs
Jacksonville | $1,200 -$9,000 | 5 months - 24 months
The aviation maintenance programs at Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) offer hands-on training for students pursuing careers in aircraft maintenance and repair. With short-term certificate options in Aviation Mechanic, Airframe Mechanics, and Powerplant Mechanics, plus an A.S. degree in Aviation Maintenance Management, students can train for FAA certification and enter the workforce in under a year. All programs follow FAA Part 147 standards and combine lab instruction with online components to prepare students for certification exams and entry-level employment...read more.
International AeroTech Academy Aviation Mechanic Programs
Lakeland | $35,000 | 18 Months to 24 Months
International AeroTech Academy offers a FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician program based at Lakeland Linder International Airport. Students complete 2,000 hours of hands-on and classroom training in general, airframe, and powerplant systems over 18 to 24 months. The academy partners with Amazon and Piper Aircraft, providing career pathways, job placement, and signing incentives for qualified graduates. With a growing demand for A&P mechanics, the program prepares students for high-need roles across the aviation industry...read more.
Lively Tech Aviation Mechanic Programs
Tallahassee | $6,000 | 10 Months to 12 Months
Lively Technical College’s FAA-certified Aviation Maintenance Technician programs prepare students for careers in commercial, general, and manufacturing aviation through hands-on training at Tallahassee International Airport. Students complete foundational coursework before specializing in either airframe or powerplant systems, developing skills in aircraft structures, engines, and systems maintenance. The programs boast 100% FAA licensure rates and 94% job placement, with graduates employed by top aviation companies like Delta, FedEx, and United Airlines. With a 70-year legacy and strong community support, Lively Tech offers a proven pathway into the aviation maintenance field...read more.
Northwest Florida State Aviation Mechanic Programs
Niceville | $5,000 per certificate | 12 Months to 15 Months
The Aviation Airframe Mechanics program spans 12 to 15 months and includes 1,350 clock hours of instruction in aircraft structures, systems, and safety procedures. The Aviation Powerplant Mechanics program takes about 15 months and covers engine systems, diagnostics, and turbine and reciprocating engines. Both programs cost approximately $5,000 to $6,000 for in-state students and qualify graduates to take FAA exams for certification...read more.
Pensacola State College Aviation Mechanic Programs
Pensacola | $4,000 | 18 Months
Pensacola State College offers two aviation maintenance certificate programs—Airframe Mechanics and Powerplant Mechanics—designed to meet FAA certification standards. Both programs provide hands-on training in aircraft systems, engines, electronics, and structural components over 1,350 clock hours. Students benefit from a real-world training environment at Pensacola International Airport through a partnership with ST Engineering...read more.