Aviation maintenance schools in Tennessee

Looking for aviation maintenance schools in Tennessee? There are 5, including 4 public colleges and 1 private career school. Aircraft mechanics in Tennessee earn a median $81,040 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
4
Median pay in TN
$81,040

5 aviation maintenance schools

School results

  1. North Central Institute

    Clarksville, TN · Private

    • Aviation maintenance

  2. Northeast State Community College

    Blountville, TN · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  3. Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville

    Nashville, TN · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12

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  5. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis

    Memphis, TN · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  6. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Morristown

    Morristown, TN · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

What aircraft mechanics earn in Tennessee

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

Aircraft mechanic salary in TennesseeHow to become an aircraft mechanic

Median pay
$81,040
$38.96 an hour
Typical range
$52,900–$167,410
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TN
4,670
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 Tennessee?

We list 5 schools in Tennessee with aviation maintenance programs: 4 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Clarksville, Blountville, Nashville, Memphis, and Morristown.

Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in Tennessee?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Tennessee 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 Tennessee?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,864 to $17,566. 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 Tennessee?

The median pay for aircraft mechanics in Tennessee is $81,040 a year, and most earn between $52,900 and $167,410, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in Tennessee?

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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