Aviation Airframe Mechanics

Tom P. Haney Technical College is an FAA certified, CFR Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician School. Our programs prepare students for certification by the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA). The FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A & P) Certification is required to perform maintenance and repairs on small aircraft, as well as the largest jet airplanes.

Our Aviation Academy is an endeavor into the actual world of aviation where the students will:

• Study in a facility thoroughly equipped for practical “hands on” training
• Be exposed to a variety of theory and shop classes
• Become proficient in multiple skilled trade areas
• Learn to interpret FAA regulations and manufacturers’ technical specifications

Upon completion of the Aviation Maintenance Technology program and FAA certifications, one would be qualified for the following positions:

• Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic
• Airframe Maintenance Mechanic
• Powerplant Maintenance Mechanic
• Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic
• Helicopter Mechanic

In these positions, you will work in-hangar, out on the field, the “flight lines” where aircraft park, or in repair stations. You will use hand tools as well as sophisticated test equipment. Sometimes your work will require physical activities like climbing ladders, crawling and some lifting. You may work under deadlines to make sure an airplane is air-worthy.