West-MEC, a public career and technical education district in the West Valley, runs an evening A&P program for adults at its Central Campus in Glendale, in a 40,900-square-foot aviation building that also hosts its high school program.
Verified October 3, 2026 against West-MEC’s program page, Adult Education Catalog (Vol. 15) and the state training-provider listing. Compare all Arizona A&P schools.
Quick Facts
- Length: 117 weeks of evening classes (about 27 months)
- Cost: $26,952.50 incl. lab fees, supplies and books
- Location: Glendale, AZ (Central Campus)
- Website: Official School Web Page
Compare with other A&P schools nearby: Phoenix-area A&P schools.
Our Take
West-MEC is built for working adults in metro Phoenix: four evenings a week, one all-in price of $26,952.50, and federal aid and the GI Bill accepted. The trade-off is time, about 27 months. If you can attend during the day, Chandler-Gilbert costs far less for county residents.
At a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| FAA status | Part 147 certificated school (certificate 7WET596K); COE accredited |
| Program | Aviation Maintenance Technology (A&P), 1,926 clock hours; General, Airframe and Powerplant |
| Length | 117 weeks, about 27 months including breaks |
| Schedule | Monday–Thursday, 6:00–10:30 p.m. |
| Next start | January 5, 2027 |
| Cost | $26,952.50 all-in (tuition, books, lab fees, supplies, fees) plus $50 application; same rate for all students |
| Aid | Federal aid (FAFSA code 042472), GI Bill, WIOA, payment plans |
| Admission | High school diploma or GED, age 16+, drug test |
| FAA pass rate | 87.2% (82 of 94 written tests, Aug 2023–Dec 2024) |
| Campus | Central Campus, 6997 N Glen Harbor Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85307 |
| Verified | October 3, 2026 |
Programs and Costs
West-MEC’s adult A&P program is its only adult aviation offering; there are no separate Airframe-only or Powerplant-only tracks for adults.
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,889.50 |
| Lab fee | $3,852 |
| Lab supplies | $6,741 |
| Books | $220 |
| Fees | $250 |
| Total | $26,952.50 |
The state training-provider listing shows 115 weeks and a slightly different fee line; the figures above are from West-MEC’s program page.
What You Will Actually Pay
West-MEC charges one rate regardless of residency. The 2025–2026 price of $26,952.50 has risen from about $17,230 in 2023, so confirm the rate for your start date. FAA test fees are extra.
How It Compares in Arizona
| School | Full A&P path | Length | Cost | FAA pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West-MEC (Glendale) | A&P program (1,926 hours, evenings) | 117 weeks | $26,953 | 87.2% |
| Chandler-Gilbert Community College (Mesa) | AMT certificate (84 credits) | 5 semesters | $8,223 | 91.6% |
| Pima Community College (Tucson) | A&P certificate (58 credits) | 16 months day; 28 evening | $13,429 + $4,070 course fees | 91.1% |
| Aviation Institute of Maintenance (Phoenix) | AMT certificate (78 credits) | 21 months | $51,122 | Too new |
| Universal Technical Institute (Avondale) | A&P Technician diploma | 78 weeks | $54,095 | Too new |
| Thrust Institute (Mesa) | AMT program | 10 months | $39,539 | 97.1% (Texas campuses) |
West-MEC is the only evening A&P option at a public school in metro Phoenix. See all Arizona A&P schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West-MEC’s aviation program FAA-approved?
Yes. It operates FAA Part 147 school 7WET596K; graduates passed 82 of 94 FAA written tests from August 2023 to December 2024, per the FAA’s pass-rate report.
Can I work while attending?
Yes. Classes run Monday through Thursday evenings, 6:00–10:30 p.m.
Does West-MEC accept financial aid?
Yes. It accepts federal aid, the GI Bill and WIOA funding, and offers payment plans.
Related Programs
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- Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) - Phoenix
- Chandler-Gilbert Community College - Mesa
- Pima Community College - Tucson
- Thrust Institute of Maintenance - Mesa
- Universal Technical Institute - Avondale