Aviation maintenance schools in North Carolina
We found 6 schools offering aviation maintenance training in North Carolina, with campuses in Elizabeth City, Charlotte, New Bern, and Winston-Salem and more. Aircraft mechanics in North Carolina earn a median $76,980 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in NC
- $76,980
6 aviation maintenance schools
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Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC · Public
- Aviation maintenance
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC · Public
- Aviation maintenance
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
What aircraft mechanics earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Aircraft mechanic salary in North CarolinaHow to become an aircraft mechanic
- Median pay
- $76,980
- $37.01 an hour
- Typical range
- $50,970–$112,050
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 4,700
- 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 North Carolina?
We list 6 schools in North Carolina with aviation maintenance programs: 5 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Elizabeth City, Charlotte, New Bern, Winston-Salem, and Jamestown.
Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 5 public colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,245 to $25,733. 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 North Carolina?
The median pay for aircraft mechanics in North Carolina is $76,980 a year, and most earn between $50,970 and $112,050, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in North Carolina?
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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