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Idaho State University
POCATELLO, ID
Program
24 mo
Tuition
$8k
Pass
91%
Reviews
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A&P Mechanic Schools in Idaho
↳ 1 FAA-approved Part 147 school
§ Brief
Aircraft maintenance in Idaho
Idaho's aviation sector is shaped by its rugged terrain and outdoor economy — backcountry flying, aerial firefighting, and general aviation are unusually important here, and Boise anchors the commercial market. The state also hosts aerospace manufacturing and Air National Guard maintenance operations.
Boise's growth has strengthened airline and business-aviation demand, and Idaho's low cost of living stretches paychecks. Wages run near the national median, with premiums common in specialized firefighting and backcountry work.
Idaho's Part 147 training is offered through Idaho State University. It's VA-approved, and the state's aviation-dependent rural regions provide steady demand.
BLS Median Wage
$66,000 / year
↳ Aircraft Mechanics · BLS OEWS May 2024
Top Employers
- Boise commercial and business aviation
- Aerial firefighting operators
- Air National Guard (Boise, civilian roles)
Maintenance Hubs
- Boise
- Idaho Falls / Pocatello
- Coeur d'Alene
Schools
1
↳ Listed
GI Bill Approved
1
↳ VA verified
Avg Overall Pass Rate
91%
↳ FAA records
Matching Filters
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Schools across Idaho.
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Becoming an A&P mechanic in Idaho
Idaho has 1 FAA-certified Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician School. 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 1 program in Idaho is approved for veterans using Post-9/11 GI Bill or other VA education benefits.