Aviation maintenance schools in New York

We found 4 schools offering aviation maintenance training in New York, with campuses in Poughkeepsie, Utica, Flushing, and Northport. Aircraft mechanics in New York earn a median $102,800 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
3
Median pay in NY
$102,800
Cities with schools
2

4 aviation maintenance schools

School results

  1. Dutchess Community College

    Poughkeepsie, NY · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Phlebotomy
    • +7

  2. Mohawk Valley Community College

    Utica, NY · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +8

  3. Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology

    Flushing, NY · Private

    • Aviation maintenance

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  5. Western Suffolk BOCES

    Northport, NY · Public

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

Aviation maintenance schools by city

What aircraft mechanics earn in New York

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

Aircraft mechanic salary in New YorkHow to become an aircraft mechanic

Median pay
$102,800
$49.42 an hour
Typical range
$63,380–$240,310
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NY
4,300
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 New York?

We list 4 schools in New York with aviation maintenance programs: 3 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Poughkeepsie, Utica, Flushing, and Northport.

Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in New York?

Yes. 3 public colleges in New York 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 New York?

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 $8,987 to $39,986. 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 New York?

The median pay for aircraft mechanics in New York is $102,800 a year, and most earn between $63,380 and $240,310, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in New York?

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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