Program Overview
This program fits students in Hawaii who want the only Aeronautics Maintenance Technology program in the Pacific Basin, a public associate degree covering airframe and powerplant ratings.
Honolulu Community College's Aeronautics Maintenance Technology program is the only program of its kind in the Pacific Basin, covering both airframe and powerplant ratings and leading to an Associate's degree. Students can pursue apprenticeships with Hawaiian Airlines or Aloha Air Cargo after time in the program, or with prior military experience.
This is a public program, with in-state tuition at $3,144 and out-of-state tuition at $8,280. IPEDS lists a 25% graduation rate for the school. It sits in the Honolulu metro, where aircraft mechanics earn a median wage of $90,110 a year, against a $79,870 national median. Weigh those figures against the apprenticeship pathway before enrolling.
FAA AV-Info and School Pages
Program Facts
| Program Name | Aeronautics Maintenance Technology (AERO) |
|---|---|
| Ratings | Airframe and Powerplant |
| FAA Certificate Number | DI9T087R |
| Address | 140 'iako Place, Honolulu, HI 96819 |
FAA AV-Info (certificate, address) and the school's own pages (program details), retrieved September 22, 2026
Official School Pages
- Official program page honolulu.hawaii.edu
- Official Honolulu Community College website honolulu.hawaii.edu
In the School's Words
Program Highlights
- Only Aeronautics Maintenance Technology program of its kind in the Pacific Basin
- FAA Air Agency Certificate No. DI9T087R
- Apprenticeships available with Hawaiian Airlines and Aloha Air Cargo after a minimum of 6 months in the program or with military experience
As stated on honolulu.hawaii.edu
U.S. Department of Education
IPEDS Data: Awards, Tuition and Graduation Rate
Federal IPEDS figures for Honolulu Community College, a public institution. Aviation maintenance award levels: Associate's. Completions across these programs: 19 per year.
In-State Tuition (Annual)
$3,144
Out-of-State Tuition (Annual)
$8,280
Graduation Rate (Institution)
25%
Total Enrollment
3,342
Source: IPEDS
| Program | CIP Code | Award Level | Annual Completions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician | 47.0608 | Associate's | 19 |
Tuition is the institution's published annual rate; the program's own published cost appears in the facts table when the school states one. See the record on College Navigator.
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Location and Aircraft Mechanic Pay Near Honolulu
Honolulu Community College is at 140 'iako Place, Honolulu, HI 96819. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in Hawaii. For schools within commuting distance, see aviation maintenance schools near Honolulu.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025
Annual median wage for aircraft mechanics and service technicians (SOC 49-3011), BLS OEWS May 2025. See the Hawaii aircraft mechanic salary data.
By Straight-Line Distance
Nearby Aviation Maintenance Schools
The closest FAA-approved schools to Honolulu Community College, by straight-line distance.
College of Alameda
Alameda, CA · 2406 mi from Honolulu
Aviation Institute of Maintenance Fremont
Fremont, CA · 2417 mi from Honolulu
Gavilan College
San Martin, CA · 2427 mi from Honolulu
Solano Community College
Vacaville, CA · 2432 mi from Honolulu
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA · 2446 mi from Honolulu
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school record for Honolulu Community College
- Aeronautics Maintenance Technology - Honolulu Community College
- College Navigator: Honolulu Community College
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
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