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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

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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 gear and just about everything except the flight instruments. That kind of work requires additional certification as an avionics technician, another program of study offered by the Alabama Aviation College.

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Email: ccawley@escc.edu

Phone: (334) 406-5181

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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