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Lake Area Technical Institute
WATERTOWN, SD
Program
24 mo
Tuition
$7k
Pass
98%
Reviews
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A&P Mechanic Schools in South Dakota
↳ 1 FAA-approved Part 147 school
§ Brief
Aircraft maintenance in South Dakota
South Dakota's aviation sector is anchored by Ellsworth Air Force Base near Rapid City — a major B-1 bomber base and a future B-21 Raider base — driving significant aircraft maintenance demand, including civilian roles. Sioux Falls adds commercial and business aviation in the east.
The state's small population belies stable demand from the military mission and regional aviation. Wages run near the national median, and South Dakota's low cost of living plus no state income tax boost effective pay.
South Dakota's Part 147 training is offered through Lake Area Technical College. It's VA-approved and affordable.
BLS Median Wage
$62,000 / year
↳ Aircraft Mechanics · BLS OEWS May 2024
Top Employers
- Ellsworth Air Force Base (Rapid City, civilian roles)
- Sioux Falls commercial and business aviation
- Regional operators
Maintenance Hubs
- Rapid City / Ellsworth AFB
- Sioux Falls
Schools
1
↳ Listed
GI Bill Approved
1
↳ VA verified
Avg Overall Pass Rate
98%
↳ FAA records
Matching Filters
1
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Schools across South Dakota.
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Becoming an A&P mechanic in South Dakota
South Dakota 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 South Dakota is approved for veterans using Post-9/11 GI Bill or other VA education benefits.