Aviation maintenance schools in Arizona

We found 4 schools offering aviation maintenance training in Arizona, with campuses in Chandler, Sierra Vista, Tucson, and Glendale. Aircraft mechanics in Arizona earn a median $75,300 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in AZ
$75,300

4 aviation maintenance schools

School results

  1. Chandler-Gilbert Community College

    Chandler, AZ · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +5

  2. Cochise County Community College District

    Sierra Vista, AZ · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

  3. Pima Community College

    Tucson, AZ · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25

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  5. Western Maricopa Education Center

    Glendale, AZ · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +1

What aircraft mechanics earn in Arizona

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Aircraft mechanic salary in ArizonaHow to become an aircraft mechanic

Median pay
$75,300
$36.20 an hour
Typical range
$48,290–$121,480
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AZ
5,670
Job growth, 2025–35
+5.4%
11,400 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many aviation maintenance schools are in Arizona?

We list 4 schools in Arizona with aviation maintenance programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Chandler, Sierra Vista, Tucson, and Glendale.

Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in Arizona?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Arizona offer aviation maintenance. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does aviation maintenance school cost in Arizona?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,405 to $12,726. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do aircraft mechanics make in Arizona?

The median pay for aircraft mechanics in Arizona is $75,300 a year, and most earn between $48,290 and $121,480, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in Arizona?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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