Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technical Engineer
Bachelor Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Dallas Metro
Irving, TX
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
116 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$61,360 for the Program
Aviation Powerplant Mechanic
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mechanic (Powerplant) is a mid-level certification. Powerplant mechanics are authorized to work on engines and do limited work on propellers. Mechanics work in hangars, repair stations, or out on the airfield on the 'flight lines' where aircraft park. Applicants must meet FAA's training and experience requirements. Applicants must pass written and practical exams.
Certifying Organization
Federal Aviation Administration
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technical Engineer
Bachelor Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Orlando Metro
Casselberry, FL
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
116 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$61,360 for the Program
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technical Engineer
Bachelor Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Atlanta Metro
Duluth, GA
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
116 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$61,360 for the Program
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Certificate
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
91 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$47,410 for the Program
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Certificate
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Hasbrouck Heights
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
91 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$47,410 for the Program
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Certificate
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Chicago
Chicago, IL
Next start
Dec 7, 2026
Duration
91 Weeks
App fee
$25
Tuition
$47,410 for the Program
Suggested because Aviation Powerplant Mechanic applies to Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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