Prepare for Your Career in Aviation Maintenance


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Maintenance Technicians Are in High Demand

Becoming an aviation maintenance technician means meeting a global need. According to a recent Boeing report,* there is a worldwide demand for 716,000 new aviation maintenance technicians over the next 20 years.

According to the BLS in 2023, aircraft mechanics and technicians earned a median salary of $75k** per year! So gain the skill set to help you prepare to pursue a career that can benefit you for years to come.

Get the training you need to make a difference. Liberty’s Aviation Maintenance Technician Program (AMTP) can prepare you for a rewarding career in just 12 months.

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Choose a Path That Fits Your Career Goals

Liberty offers 4 programs to help you go further. Take a look to see which one fits your unique situation best.

Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate

A.A. in Aviation Maintenance Technician

B.S. in Aviation Maintenance

B.S. in Aviation Technology: Flight and Maintenance

No matter what path you choose, you can be confident that you will walk away with the industry credentials you need. All of these programs include the 12-month AMTP and lead to FAA Mechanic certification with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings.


Why Get Your FAA Mechanic Certification at Liberty?

Accelerated Degree Track

While most programs require 18-24 months of training, we offer an accelerated 12-month program designed to get you in the work force in as little time as possible. Additionally, many Liberty students have job offers before they’ve finished their program.

Team Oriented, Hands-on Training

Classes are offered in cohorts with curriculum being approximately 40% lecture and 60% hands-on projects. And with Liberty’s mission of Training Champions for Christ, you can rest assured you will be mentored by aviation professionals who care about your success.

An Affordable Option

In addition to getting your certification under trained professionals in just 12 months, you will also benefit from Liberty’s generous industry partners, who have donated all the tools you would normally pay thousands of dollars for as a maintenance student.

Unlike some vocational settings, Liberty’s programs are also eligible for financial aid and VA benefits, allowing us to have one of the most affordable aeronautics programs in the nation.


Your Future in Aviation Maintenance: What to Expect as an AMT

New Career Opportunities

With a reputation of integrity, professionalism, and industry knowledge, Liberty’s AMTP graduates are highly sought after by major airline companies. Many of our students have gone on to work with:

  • Aircraft manufacturers, such as Boeing and Gulfstream
  • Large maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities
  • Local general aviation repair facilities
  • Major airlines, such as American Airlines and Delta Airlines
  • Regional airlines, such as Piedmont Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, Republic Airways, PSA, and more

Exclusive Benefits

  • Travel privileges
  • Standard health and retirement
  • Shift and location premium

To learn more about Liberty’s residential aviation maintenance programs, request information at the top of this page or give one of our admission counselors a call at (800) 543-5317.


*https://www.boeing.com/commercial/market/pilot-technician-outlook/
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Aircraft and Avionics Equipment Mechanics and Technicians, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionics-equipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm#tab-1 (viewed online October 16, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.