Southern University at Shreveport Aviation Maintenance Program

Program Overview

This program fits students who want a choice between a shorter Airframe Technology certificate and a full Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance technical diploma, at a dedicated aerospace center in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Southern University at Shreveport offers Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance training through its Aerospace Technology Program, with two credential paths: a Technical Diploma covering Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance, and a shorter Certificate of Technical Studies in Airframe Technology alone, running 43 credit hours. Classes are held at the school's Aerospace Technology Center in Shreveport, with partners including Skywest Airlines, Signature SHV, Neu Aviation, Tubreaux Aviation, and PSA Airlines.

Choosing between the two paths comes down to timeline: the Certificate of Technical Studies is the shorter, single-rating option, while the Technical Diploma covers both ratings. Louisiana has 4 FAA Part 147 schools, and the nearest other one is 56.8 miles from Shreveport, worth factoring into your planning.

• Classes take place at the school's Aerospace Technology Center, 1520 Airport Dr, Shreveport, LA
• Employment partners listed: Skywest Airlines, Signature SHV, Neu Aviation, Tubreaux Aviation, PSA Airlines

As stated on susla.edu

Southern University at Shreveport is at 1560 Airport Drive, Hangar 20, Shreveport, LA 71107. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in Louisiana.

Annual median wage for aircraft mechanics and service technicians (SOC 49-3011), BLS OEWS May 2025. See the Louisiana aircraft mechanic salary data.

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