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Aviation Maintenance

Awards Dual Enroll, AAS

Credit Hours 129

Campus GTECH, Houston County Career Academy, Ozark Campus, Andalusia Campus, Elba High School, Dothan Tech, Troy-Pike Center of Technology, EHS

Aviation Maintenance

What is Aviation Maintenance, and what will I learn?

Aircraft maintenance technicians, also known as an A&P mechanics, refer to an individual who holds an Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) certificate which is issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An A&P license qualifies you as a general mechanic to work on aircraft. A&P mechanics repair and maintain airplane engines, landing gears, and everything except flight instruments, which requires additional training and certification.

Students can earn allowing a student to earn an FAA A&P in as little as 18 months. First, students can receive an airframe certificate in 12 months by completing four general-level classes and 6 airframe classes, before testing with FAA representatives for the official airframe certification. Students can then complete five powerplant classes to receive a powerplant certificate, before again testing with the FAA for the official powerplant certification.

ESCC’s Ozark campus and Andalusia site (located at the Southern Alabama Regional Airport) are certified by the FAA to teach all general and airframe classes. Powerplant classes are only offered at the Ozark campus.

On the Ozark campus, classes are 8 weeks long and meet Monday through Thursday. Both day and night classes are offered each semester, including summer semester. Day classes start at 7AM and 10:55AM. Evening classes start at 3:45PM and 7:10PM.

Classes at the Andalusia site are on the traditional 16-week semester schedule.

Meet the instructors

Instructors for the Aviation Maintenance Technician Program have worked in the aviation maintenance industry, many with decades of experience in the field. This means our students are receiving the best training to prepare them for success as A&P mechanics.

Mike Bashore

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Jonathan Bryant

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James Cunningham

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Jay Harbert

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Chris Henderson

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Steven Rainwater

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Todd Rhinehart

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John Romanello

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Noli Sucgang

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Lucas Taylor

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Tony West

Instructor

Patrick Williams

Instructor

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Available Credentials & Pathways in Aviation Maintenance

Powerplant Technology (AAS)

Powerplant technology focuses on the study and maintenance of aircraft engines and propulsion systems. Students in this field learn about the operation, repair, and troubleshooting of various types of aircraft engines, including turbine and reciprocating engines.

Graduates with a powerplant technology degree can find work in several areas, including:

  1. Aerospace Manufacturing: Companies like Boeing and Airbus have significant operations in Alabama, requiring skilled technicians to work on engine assembly and production.
  2. Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO): MRO facilities are vital for aircraft upkeep, where technicians perform inspections, repairs, and engine overhauls to ensure aircraft are safe and operational.
  3. Military Aviation: With military bases in Alabama, such as Redstone Arsenal and Maxwell Air Force Base, there are opportunities for powerplant technicians to work on military aircraft engines.
  4. General Aviation: Smaller aviation companies and private flight services require technicians to maintain and repair general aviation aircraft engines.
  5. Regulatory Compliance: Powerplant technicians ensure that all work complies with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, conducting safety checks and maintaining meticulous records.

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Powerplant Technology (Certificate)

Powerplant technology focuses on the study and maintenance of aircraft engines and propulsion systems. Students in this field learn about the operation, repair, and troubleshooting of various types of aircraft engines, including turbine and reciprocating engines.

Graduates with a powerplant technology degree can find work in several areas, including:

  1. Aerospace Manufacturing: Companies like Boeing and Airbus have significant operations in Alabama, requiring skilled technicians to work on engine assembly and production.
  2. Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO): MRO facilities are vital for aircraft upkeep, where technicians perform inspections, repairs, and engine overhauls to ensure aircraft are safe and operational.
  3. Military Aviation: With military bases in Alabama, such as Redstone Arsenal and Maxwell Air Force Base, there are opportunities for powerplant technicians to work on military aircraft engines.
  4. General Aviation: Smaller aviation companies and private flight services require technicians to maintain and repair general aviation aircraft engines.
  5. Regulatory Compliance: Powerplant technicians ensure that all work complies with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, conducting safety checks and maintaining meticulous records.

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Airframe Technology (AAS)

Airframe technology focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of aircraft structures, including the fuselage, wings, and tail. Students in airframe technology programs learn about aerodynamics, materials, structural integrity, and repair techniques.

Graduates with an airframe technology degree can find work in several areas, including:

  1. Aerospace Manufacturing: Many companies in Alabama, such as Boeing and Airbus, require skilled technicians to assist in the production and assembly of aircraft.
  2. Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO): Facilities specializing in aircraft maintenance need technicians to perform inspections, repairs, and upgrades on various aircraft types.
  3. Military Aviation: With a strong military presence in Alabama, including the U.S. Army and Air Force, technicians may work on military aircraft maintenance and support.
  4. General Aviation: Smaller airports and private aviation companies often seek technicians to maintain and repair general aviation aircraft.
  5. Regulatory Compliance: Technicians may also be involved in ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, conducting safety checks, and maintaining detailed records.

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Airframe Technology (Certificate)

Airframe technology focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of aircraft structures, including the fuselage, wings, and tail. Students in airframe technology programs learn about aerodynamics, materials, structural integrity, and repair techniques.

Graduates with an airframe technology degree can find work in several areas, including:

  1. Aerospace Manufacturing: Many companies in Alabama, such as Boeing and Airbus, require skilled technicians to assist in the production and assembly of aircraft.
  2. Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO): Facilities specializing in aircraft maintenance need technicians to perform inspections, repairs, and upgrades on various aircraft types.
  3. Military Aviation: With a strong military presence in Alabama, including the U.S. Army and Air Force, technicians may work on military aircraft maintenance and support.
  4. General Aviation: Smaller airports and private aviation companies often seek technicians to maintain and repair general aviation aircraft.
  5. Regulatory Compliance: Technicians may also be involved in ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, conducting safety checks, and maintaining detailed records.

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