Aviation Systems Technology AAS

It takes a team of highly skilled aircraft technicians on the ground to keep America’s top pilots in the air. Our Aviation Systems Technology (AST) program will provide you with hands-on training in a wide variety of military and civilian aircraft. You’ll become familiar with a complete array of aircraft systems, from nose to tail.

As you progress, you will become eligible to test for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications in both Airframe and Powerplant (A&P). The A&P certification can be a very valuable credential to have when seeking employment in military or civilian aviation. Our program prepares you for the written, oral, and practical A&P examinations administered by the FAA. The program takes four semesters plus two summer school sessions to complete. Let your career take flight today.

The AST program also offers diploma options.

Aviation Systems Technology Training for Military

Craven Community College has a specialized training program for students who have prior military aircraft maintenance experience. Through our Workforce Development program, students can take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) General/Airframe and FAA General/Powerplant certification exams.

Skills You’ll Learn

The Aviation Systems Technology program is focused on job-related skills in the following areas:

• Inspecting airframe and powerplant components, systems, and structures as allowed by FAA authority
• Repairing airframe and powerplant components, systems, and structures within the prescribed limits as allowed by FAA authority
• Demonstrating proper documentation of maintenance, servicing, and repair records as required by FAA standards and authority

Career Opportunities

There are many employment opportunities for Aviation Systems Technology graduates, including:

• Air carriers
• Aircraft manufacturers
• Fixed base operators
• Flight schools
• Government aviation operations
• Repair stations
• View more career opportunities