Aviation Mechanics: Airframe/Powerplant

The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) Aviation Mechanics: Airframe/Powerplant faculty specialize in teaching common safety practices used when working on and around aircraft and related support equipment, identifying and using applicable maintenance publications, and documents, and knowledge and understanding of Federal Aviation Administration regulations.

Our program is designed to prepare students for entry into various occupations, which require competence in airframe and powerplant technology. Students completing the certificate or the Associate of Applied Science Degree program will be qualified to obtain a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificate to be licensed as an airframe or powerplant technician. 

An Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Aviation Mechanics: Airframe/Powerplant from WCCCD prepares you for work across various roles such as:

• Aircraft Mechanics
• Service Technicians

What’s the Job Outlook for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians?

Employment of aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians is projected to increase 3 percent from 2018 to 2028. Job prospects will be best for mechanics who hold an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate. 

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, April 2020, Aircraft and Avionics Equipment Mechanics and Technicians, on the Internet at _{http://www.bls.gov/ooh/installationmaintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionicsequipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm}