Aviation maintenance schools in Pennsylvania

We found 3 schools offering aviation maintenance training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in West Mifflin, Philadelphia, and Williamsport. Aircraft mechanics in Pennsylvania earn a median $78,000 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
1
Median pay in PA
$78,000

3 aviation maintenance schools

School results

  1. Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · Private

    • Aviation maintenance

  2. Pennsylvania College of Technology

    Williamsport, PA · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  3. Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA)

    West Mifflin, PA · Private

    • Aviation maintenance

What aircraft mechanics earn in Pennsylvania

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

Aircraft mechanic salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become an aircraft mechanic

Median pay
$78,000
$37.50 an hour
Typical range
$48,560–$136,510
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
2,080
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 Pennsylvania?

We list 3 schools in Pennsylvania with aviation maintenance programs: 1 public college, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in West Mifflin, Philadelphia, and Williamsport.

Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. 1 public college in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

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 $25,110 to $32,618. 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 Pennsylvania?

The median pay for aircraft mechanics in Pennsylvania is $78,000 a year, and most earn between $48,560 and $136,510, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in Pennsylvania?

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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