Aviation maintenance schools in Texas
Looking for aviation maintenance schools in Texas? There are 10, including 7 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Aircraft mechanics in Texas earn a median $84,440 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 7
- Median pay in TX
- $84,440
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Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX · Public
- Aviation maintenance
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
What aircraft mechanics earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Aircraft mechanic salary in TexasHow to become an aircraft mechanic
- Median pay
- $84,440
- $40.60 an hour
- Typical range
- $48,600–$122,180
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 16,850
- 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 Texas?
We list 10 schools in Texas with aviation maintenance programs: 7 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in San Antonio, Amarillo, Uvalde, Waco, and Irving.
Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in Texas?
Yes. 7 public colleges in Texas 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 Texas?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,399 to $27,139. 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 Texas?
The median pay for aircraft mechanics in Texas is $84,440 a year, and most earn between $48,600 and $122,180, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a aviation maintenance school in Texas?
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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