Aviation maintenance schools in Arkansas

We found 4 schools offering aviation maintenance training in Arkansas, with campuses in Blytheville, Camden, West Memphis, and North Little Rock. Aircraft mechanics in Arkansas earn a median $65,420 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in AR
$65,420

4 aviation maintenance schools

School results

  1. Arkansas Northeastern College

    Blytheville, AR · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +9

  2. Arkansas State University Mid-South

    West Memphis, AR · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  3. Southern Arkansas University Tech

    Camden, AR · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

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  5. University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

    North Little Rock, AR · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

What aircraft mechanics earn in Arkansas

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

Aircraft mechanic salary in ArkansasHow to become an aircraft mechanic

Median pay
$65,420
$31.45 an hour
Typical range
$39,900–$78,690
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AR
720
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 Arkansas?

We list 4 schools in Arkansas with aviation maintenance programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Blytheville, Camden, West Memphis, and North Little Rock.

Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in Arkansas?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Arkansas 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 Arkansas?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,375 to $14,327. 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 Arkansas?

The median pay for aircraft mechanics in Arkansas is $65,420 a year, and most earn between $39,900 and $78,690, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in Arkansas?

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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