Program Overview
Solano Community College fits students who want flexibility between a single-rating certificate, a single-rating degree, or a combined airframe-and-powerplant path, all taught at a hangar facility at Nut Tree Airport.
Solano Community College's Aeronautics program follows FAA Part 147 standards and offers separate paths for a single rating or combined airframe-and-powerplant training, as a certificate or as an Associate in Science degree requiring at least 60 total units. Training takes place at a hangar at Nut Tree Airport, and every major course must be passed with a C or better.
Solano is a public college with in-state tuition of $1,104 and out-of-state tuition of $9,704, reporting a 36% graduation rate among 9,282 students. Sacramento-area mechanics earn a median wage of $82,420, against a national median of $79,870.
FAA AV-Info and School Pages
Program Facts
| Program Name | Aeronautics |
|---|---|
| Credentials |
|
| Ratings | Airframe and Powerplant |
| Program Length | 41-unit major (single rating) or 62-unit combined major (Airframe & Powerplant); AS degree requires minimum 60 units total |
| FAA Certificate Number | DB9T080R |
| Address | 301 County Road #251, Vacaville, CA 95688 |
FAA AV-Info (certificate, address) and the school's own pages (program details), retrieved September 22, 2026
Official School Pages
- Official program page solano.edu
- Official Solano Community College website solano.edu
In the School's Words
Program Highlights
- Courses follow FAA Part 147 standards, leading to eligibility for Airframe, Powerplant, or combined A&P certification
- Training facility at Nut Tree Airport hangar
- Multiple pathways: single-rating certificate, single-rating AS degree, combined certificate, or combined AS degree
- All major courses must be passed with a grade of C or better
As stated on solano.edu
U.S. Department of Education
IPEDS Data: Awards, Tuition and Graduation Rate
Federal IPEDS figures for Solano Community College, a public institution. Aviation maintenance award levels: Associate's. Completions across these programs: 3 per year.
In-State Tuition (Annual)
$1,104
Out-of-State Tuition (Annual)
$9,704
Graduation Rate (Institution)
36%
Total Enrollment
9,282
Source: IPEDS
| Program | CIP Code | Award Level | Annual Completions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | 47.0607 | Associate's | 2 |
| Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician | 47.0608 | Associate's | 1 |
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 Vacaville
Solano Community College is at 301 County Road #251, Vacaville, CA 95688. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in California. For schools within commuting distance, see aviation maintenance schools near Sacramento.
Median Pay, Sacramento Metro
$82,420
Median Pay, California
$86,100
Median Pay, United States
$79,870
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025
Annual median wage for aircraft mechanics and service technicians (SOC 49-3011), BLS OEWS May 2025. See the California aircraft mechanic salary data.
By Straight-Line Distance
Nearby Aviation Maintenance Schools
The closest FAA-approved schools to Solano Community College, by straight-line distance.
Sacramento City College
McClellan, CA · 39 mi from Vacaville
College of Alameda
Alameda, CA · 48 mi from Vacaville
Aviation Institute of Maintenance Fremont
Fremont, CA · 66 mi from Vacaville
Gavilan College
San Martin, CA · 94 mi from Vacaville
San Joaquin Valley College
Fresno, CA · 170 mi from Vacaville
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solano's Aeronautics Program FAA Certificated Under Part 147?
What Ratings Can Students Earn?
What Does It Cost?
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Sources
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school record for Solano Community College
- Aeronautics | Solano Community College
- College Navigator: Solano Community College
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
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