University of Alaska Fairbanks Aviation Maintenance Program

Program Overview

This program fits Alaska students who want the fastest route to an airframe and powerplant credential, completing training in 12 months at a dedicated airport-based facility.

Twelve months covers the full Aviation Maintenance program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, one of the few Part 147 programs built to finish that fast. Students can pursue a combined Airframe and Powerplant certificate, either rating alone, or an Associate of Applied Science, taught in day classes at the UAF CTC Aviation Facility at Fairbanks International Airport. The program accepts up to 25 students each yearly cohort.

This is a public university program with in-state tuition of $8,072, against $23,881 for out-of-state students, and a total cost of attendance near $24,276. IPEDS reports a 38% graduation rate and enrollment of 6,893 students. The nearest alternative Part 147 school sits 257.4 miles away.

• One of the few FAA-certified Part 147 school programs in the nation completable in 12 months
• Located at UAF CTC Aviation Facility at Fairbanks International Airport
• More than 25,000 square feet of shop, classroom, and office area
• Accepts up to 25 students each year (cohort model)

As stated on uaf.edu

Federal IPEDS figures for University of Alaska Fairbanks, a public institution. Aviation maintenance award levels: Associate's. Completions across these programs: 2 per year.

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.

University of Alaska Fairbanks is at 3504 University Ave South, Fairbanks, AK 99709. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in Alaska.

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

The closest FAA-approved schools to University of Alaska Fairbanks, by straight-line distance.