MIDLAND COLLEGE

About this school

Midland College's Aviation Maintenance Technology program offers a fast-track path to your FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification, with full-time students completing both certificates in just 18 months. The program is housed at Hangar E on the grounds of Midland International Air & Space Port, giving students hands-on training in a real working airport environment rather than a classroom-only setting. Location & Facility Classes are held at Hangar E, located at 2405 Windecker Street, approximately 17 miles from Midland College's main campus at 3600 N. Garfield. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the training facility, but on-campus housing is available through MC Residence Halls for those who want affordable accommodation while completing the program. Program Structure 18-month full-time pathway to both Airframe and Powerplant certificates Flexible scheduling options Hands-on aircraft training led by faculty with a combined 100+ years of industry experience Smaller class sizes — enrollment is capped each term Career Outcomes Graduates from Midland College's AMT program move into roles across aircraft repair, overhaul, and line maintenance. The skills also transfer well to West Texas's oilfield equipment and industrial maintenance sectors, which is a strong fallback market in the Permian Basin region. Top employer categories include aerospace manufacturing, air transportation support, federal government (including the FAA), and scheduled airlines. Cost & Financial Aid Midland College is a public community college, so tuition is significantly lower than private aviation maintenance schools. Aviation-specific scholarships include the Commemorative Air Force Scholarship, which awards two students each spring. Standard federal aid (Pell, loans), Texas state aid, and VA benefits are all accepted. Who It's Best For: This program is a strong fit for students based in West Texas who want a low-cost, hands-on path to A&P certification without relocating to Dallas, Houston, or Fort Worth. The airport-based training environment and faculty experience are real differentiators against larger metro programs.

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↳ Based on 94 tests (94 passed, 0 failed)

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