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American Leadership Academy Applied Technologies
MESA, AZ
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A&P Mechanic Schools in Arizona
↳ 4 FAA-approved Part 147 schools
§ Brief
Aircraft maintenance in Arizona
Arizona is one of the best aviation-maintenance training markets in the country, largely because of its climate. The dry desert air makes it a global center for aircraft storage, teardown, and MRO — facilities around Tucson (including the famous 'boneyard' at Davis-Monthan AFB) and Marana store and part out aircraft from around the world.
The Phoenix metro adds airline hub activity, a large business-aviation sector, and significant aerospace manufacturing (Honeywell Aerospace is headquartered there). Wages run near the national median, and Arizona's low cost of living plus year-round flying weather make it a strong place to both train and work.
Arizona's Part 147 schools include Pima Community College in Tucson, Chandler-Gilbert and the Maricopa system in the Phoenix area, and specialized academies. Most are VA-approved, and the state's large retiree and veteran population supports strong GI Bill usage.
BLS Median Wage
$68,000 / year
↳ Aircraft Mechanics · BLS OEWS May 2024
Top Employers
- Honeywell Aerospace (Phoenix HQ)
- Bombardier / business-aviation service centers (Tucson)
- Davis-Monthan AFB 'boneyard' (civilian roles)
- Ascent Aviation Services (Marana / Tucson MRO)
Maintenance Hubs
- Phoenix
- Tucson
- Marana
Schools
4
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GI Bill Approved
1
↳ VA verified
Avg Overall Pass Rate
90%
↳ FAA records
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Chandler-Gilbert Community College Center
MESA, AZ
Program
24 mo
Tuition
$2k
Pass
92%
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Pima County Community College
TUCSON, AZ
Program
24 mo
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91%
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Western Maricopa Education Center
GLENDALE, AZ
Program
22 mo
Tuition
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87%
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Schools across Arizona.
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Becoming an A&P mechanic in Arizona
Arizona has 4 FAA-certified Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools. Part 147 programs prepare students to earn their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic certificate through required curriculum and hands-on training hours, after which students must pass the FAA written, oral, and practical exams to become certificated. 1 of the 4 programs in Arizona is approved for veterans using Post-9/11 GI Bill or other VA education benefits.