Aviation Technician Training Overview
18-24 months
7 campuses
Reasons To Choose Our Airframe & Powerplant School
- Train and graduate in just 18-24 months, depending on program and location.
- Get valuable hands-on training in the lab.
- Learn from passionate, experienced A&P school instructors.
- Gain skills valued by employers.
Hands-On Training for Real-World Aviation Skills
Aircraft mechanic school should offer comprehensive, hands-on training designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in aviation after graduating. UTI’s curriculum covers a wide range of topics — including airframe electrical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics — that can help you grow essential skills such as technical proficiency, problem-solving, manual dexterity, adaptability and safety awareness — key qualities employers typically look for in candidates.
Industry-Recognized Aviation Certifications Available
After completing UTI's aviation technician training, graduates will have gained the knowledge and skills needed to apply and test for Airframe and Powerplant FAA certification, helping them prepare to meet the demands of real-world aviation maintenance and repair.79,128
Aviation Career Search Support for Graduates
Our airframe & powerplant school is committed to supporting graduates of its Airframe & Powerplant Technician program in pursuing aviation technician positions. Through its career services, UTI connects students with potential employers and provides guidance on resume building, interview preparation and job search strategies.
Different Career Paths as an Aviation Technician
A trained airframe and powerplant technician can apply their skills in many different roles. Our aircraft mechanic school grads are prepared to pursue entry-level roles after earning FAA certification. As with any industry, over time, technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.6 Here are some of the roles UTI graduates certified by the FAA can aspire to fill.77
- Aviation technician
- Turbine technician
- Field technician
- Aircraft restorer
- Helicopter mechanic
- Avionics technician
- Aircraft mechanical installer
- Aircraft electrical installer
- Aircraft structural/sheetmetal mechanic
Airframe & Powerplant School Locations
A&P Courses
At our aircraft mechanic schools, your training will take you through a variety of course topics, such as:
- Non-destructive testing
- Basic sheet metal
- Assembly and rigging
- Fuel systems
- Airframe electrical
- Navigation and communication systems
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Landing gear systems
- Reciprocating engine operation
- Powerplant lubrication and propellers
- Turbine design and operations
- Non-metallic structures and repair
- Paints and finishes
Exact course offerings vary by campus.
Earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree
Students at our Canton campus who have successfully completed the Airframe & Powerplant Technician program can continue studying to also earn an AAS degree in Aviation Maintenance in as little as four months!
The Future of Aviation
The aviation industry needs technicians who have both the skills and passion needed to maintain aircraft. Our Airframe & Powerplant Technician program gives students hands-on training so they can learn in-demand skills employers are looking for.
Many UTI students come from different backgrounds and are ready for a new direction. If you’re looking to switch fields or start fresh, our hands-on A&P training can help you build real-world aircraft maintenance skills.
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Projected Outlook for Aviation Careers
There is an ongoing demand for skilled aviation technicians, including airframe and powerplant professionals. According to the BLS, the estimated average annual aviation technician job openings in the U.S is 11,000+ due to the need to maintain, repair and overhaul aircraft to meet safety standards.65AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SCHOOL FAQS
Completing a formal aviation technician training program like the one we offer is a great first step toward pursuing a career as an aviation technician.1 Our program can help you build your knowledge from the ground up. After completing the program, aspiring techs will need to earn certification through the FAA in order to apply for jobs in the industry.79
Even if you’ve never worked on a plane, you can gain the skills necessary to pursue a career as an aviation technician. Some technicians start their career path with on-the-job training; however, this may take longer to work your way into a technician role.
Nowadays, many employers prefer to hire aviation mechanics who have completed some sort of formal training program. Our aviation mechanic schools can take as little as 18 months to complete before you’re qualified to work for the field.1 The curriculum is made up of a variety of hands-on courses that can teach you the skills you need to pursue a career after graduating.
Many people who work in the airframe & powerplant industry enjoy their careers because they love flying and travel and want a hands-on career away from a desk.
If that applies to you, this may be a great fit. This industry brings new challenges and innovations every day — it’s not your typical office job!
At Universal Technical Institute, training can take 18 to 24 months, depending on the program and campus enrolled in.
To succeed in hands-on aviation technician school and in the field, aspiring aircraft mechanics need a sharp eye for detail and precision, since safety depends on getting things right the first time. Strong mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities help them understand and repair complex systems. Just as important are perseverance, discipline and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced aviation environment.