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.
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.
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.
Universal Technical Institute Aviation Mechanic Programs
Miramar | $50,000 | 18 Months to 24 Months
The Airframe & Powerplant Technician program at UTI Miramar offers 18 months of hands-on aviation mechanic training designed for students with no prior experience. The curriculum covers topics like sheet metal fabrication, aircraft electrical systems, navigation and communication systems, and engine maintenance. Students learn in industry-standard labs from experienced instructors while preparing to test for FAA certification. Graduates are equipped for entry-level careers in aviation maintenance, with support from UTI’s career services and employer network.