Bethel, Alaska

Yuut Elitnaurviat Aviation Maintenance Program

FAA-approved (Part 147) aviation maintenance school in Bethel, Alaska, training for the Airframe and Powerplant ratings.

  • FAA Certificate 3VRT609K
  • Airframe Rating
  • Powerplant Rating
  • Technical College
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Program Overview

This program fits students seeking a rural Alaska aviation maintenance program with small class sizes and on-campus boarding, since the nearest alternative Part 147 school sits 403.5 miles away.

Yuut Elitnaurviat's Aviation Maintenance Technician Program runs 18 months across three phases, general, airframe, and powerplant, covering both ratings. Training happens in Bethel, Alaska, with a small maximum class size and boarding options available on campus.

The nearest other Part 147 school sits 403.5 miles away, a distance worth weighing against travel and housing even with boarding on site. Financial aid is available through state and tribal programs. Aircraft mechanics nationally report a median wage of $79,870 a year, a figure to weigh alongside the program's 18-month length.

FAA AV-Info and School Pages

Program Facts

Yuut Elitnaurviat program facts
Program NameAviation Maintenance Technician Program
CredentialsA&P Certification
RatingsAirframe and Powerplant
Program Length18-month intensive program (YAMT 101 General 71 days/426 hours; YAMT 201 Airframe 129 days/774 hours; YAMT 202 Powerplant 126 days/756 hours)
FAA Certificate Number3VRT609K
Address3321 North Apron Road, Bethel, AK 99559

FAA AV-Info (certificate, address) and the school's own pages (program details), retrieved September 22, 2026

Official School Pages

In the School's Words

Program Highlights

  • Located in Bethel, Alaska
  • Maximum class size of 10 students
  • Boarding options available on campus
  • Financial aid available through state and tribal programs

As stated on yuut.org

BLS OEWS, May 2025

Location and Aircraft Mechanic Pay Near Bethel

Yuut Elitnaurviat is at 3321 North Apron Road, Bethel, AK 99559. Compare it with every aviation maintenance school in Alaska.

Median Pay, Alaska

$91,150

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 Alaska aircraft mechanic salary data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yuut Elitnaurviat FAA Part 147 Certificated?
Yes. The school holds its own FAA certificate and appears on the FAA's list of certificated Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools.

How Long Does the Program Take?
The program runs 18 months across three phases: general, airframe, and powerplant.

What Ratings Does the Program Cover?
The program covers both airframe and powerplant ratings across its three training phases.

Where Is Yuut Elitnaurviat Located?
The school is located in Bethel, Alaska, with a small maximum class size and boarding options available on campus.
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