Program Overview
This program fits students who want a public two-year airframe-and-powerplant path in Spokane with a university transfer option already in place.
Spokane Community College's Aviation Maintenance Technology program combines airframe and powerplant training, awarding an Associate in Applied Science degree plus separate General Aircraft Maintenance and Powerplant Maintenance certificates. Training covers aircraft structures, engines, hydraulics, electrical wiring, and flight instruments, and graduates are prepared for work with airlines, manufacturers, repair stations, and structural repair facilities. A transfer pathway with Whitworth University lets students continue toward a bachelor's degree.
This is a public community college program, with in-state tuition of $4,772 a year against $5,923 for out-of-state students, and a 33% graduation rate reported to IPEDS. Spokane's own aviation mechanics earn a median wage of $75,280 a year, compared with the $79,870 national median for the occupation.
FAA AV-Info and School Pages
Program Facts
| Program Name | Aviation Maintenance Technology |
|---|---|
| Credentials |
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| Ratings | Airframe and Powerplant |
| Fees on Top of the Price | Basic hand tool set: $1,000 to $1,500 (student-supplied)Fees only; the school does not publish a program price here.Where the school lists fees (scc.spokane.edu) |
| FAA Certificate Number | GJ6T563N |
| Address | 5317 E Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA 99212 |
FAA AV-Info (certificate, address) and the school's own pages (program details), retrieved September 22, 2026
Official School Pages
- Official program page scc.spokane.edu
- Official Spokane Community College website scc.spokane.edu
In the School's Words
Program Highlights
- Hands-on experience with aircraft structures, engines, hydraulics, electrical wiring, and flight instruments
- Prepares graduates for careers with major airlines, manufacturers, repair stations, and structural repair facilities
- Transfer pathway partnership with Whitworth University for bachelor's degree completion
- Minimum 2.5 GPA required in all support courses
As stated on scc.spokane.edu
U.S. Department of Education
IPEDS Data: Awards, Tuition and Graduation Rate
Federal IPEDS figures for Spokane Community College, a public institution. Aviation maintenance award levels: Associate's. Completions across these programs: 12 per year.
In-State Tuition (Annual)
$4,772
Out-of-State Tuition (Annual)
$5,923
Graduation Rate (Institution)
33%
Total Enrollment
6,813
Source: IPEDS
| Program | CIP Code | Award Level | Annual Completions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | 47.0607 | Associate's | 12 |
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 Spokane
Spokane Community College is at 5317 E Rutter Ave., Spokane, WA 99212. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in Washington. For schools within commuting distance, see aviation maintenance schools near Spokane.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025
Annual median wage for aircraft mechanics and service technicians (SOC 49-3011), BLS OEWS May 2025. See the Washington aircraft mechanic salary data.
By Straight-Line Distance
Nearby Aviation Maintenance Schools
The closest FAA-approved schools to Spokane Community College, by straight-line distance.
Moody Bible Institute
Spokane, WA · 0 mi from Spokane
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake, WA · 100 mi from Spokane
Everett Community College
Everett, WA · 229 mi from Spokane
Columbia Gorge Community College
The Dalles, OR · 233 mi from Spokane
South Seattle College
Seattle, WA · 234 mi from Spokane
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spokane Community College FAA Part 147 Certificated?
What Ratings Does the Program Cover?
Where Does Training Take Place?
Sources
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school record for Spokane Community College
- Aviation Maintenance Technology - Spokane Community College
- College Navigator: Spokane Community College
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
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