YOUR AVIATION TECHNICIAN TRAINING STARTS HERE!

Step inside and see the hangars and shops where your career as an aviation technician takes flight.

PITTSBURGH

5 Allegheny County Airport, West Mifflin, PA 15122

Program Offerings:

Aviation Maintenance
Aviation Electronics

Associate in Specialized Technology Degree
Length: 21 Months
(7 – Three Month Terms)
Total Hours: 2,478

HAGERSTOWN

14516 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD 21742

Program Offerings:

Aviation Maintenance

Diploma
Length: 16 Months
(4 – Four Month Terms)
Total Hours: 1,900

MYRTLE BEACH

1038 Shine Avenue, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Program Offerings:

Aviation Maintenance

Certificate
Length: 16 Months
(4 – Four Month Terms)
Total Hours: 1,900

YOUNGSTOWN

1453 Youngstown-Kingsville Rd NE, Vienna, OH 44473

Program Offerings:

Aviation Maintenance

Diploma
Length: 16 Months
(4 – Four Month Terms)
Total Hours: 1,900

UNDERSTANDING YOUR AVIATION TRAINING

Aviation technicians are in high demand due to the industry shortage caused by current technicians reaching retirement age and less people pursuing careers in technical trade. Those positions need to be filled by well trained, safety focused aviation technicians.

Technological advancements continue to create more opportunity within the aviation industry. The projected growth for aviation technician positions is 11% by 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

No previous training or experience is required for you to find your purpose at PIA. Review our admission requirements to learn more.

The training at PIA emphasizes hands-on learning through projects that mirror the work students may complete as aviation technicians.

Skilled faculty present thorough instruction as they blend their practical experience with new information and techniques.

The length of your aviation technician training depends on your program of choice and training location. PIA’s mission is to provide high quality training in a short amount of time. Click here to view our training options and locations.

The cost of your aviation technician training depends on your program of choice and training location. Click here to view our training options and locations.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Review our financial aid page for more details.

Aviation technicians have dynamic opportunities which include commercial aviation, medical transport, military, space and much more. An aviation technician is essential to every flight. As an aviation technician, you will be part of a team of technicians who make the aircraft safe for passengers and crew.

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) graduates have found exciting careers that allow them to work with their hands and solve problems every day. Are you ready to find your purpose at PIA?

PIA’s AVIATION TECHNICIAN CAREER READINESS QUIZ

Discover your social style and skills, as well as the training and roles that fit you best.
You’ll receive a customized report after taking the online quiz.

ADMISSIONS
REQUIREMENTS

To be admitted to PIA, you must:

  • Possess a High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalency
  • Be at least 16 1/2 years of age (Main Campus)
  • Be at least 17 years of age (Branch Campus locations)
  • Complete a Math Skills Assessment (MSA)
  • Complete an application and enrollment documents