PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Prepare for a career in aviation maintenance at Ozarks Tech! We offer FAA required training to help you find careers in commercial, defense, manufacturing and private sectors of the aviation industry. Learn how to inspect, maintain and repair both the structure and the engine of aircraft.
Courses take place in our new training facility located next to the Springfield-Branson National Airport. You will cover topics like
- Maintaining proper records
- Following regulations
- Performing inspections and maintenance
Then, put your knowledge to practice with hands-on training. Perform detailed maintenance and inspections on one of our five operatable aircraft. Our labs feature four airplanes, including a King Air with turbo-propeller engines and one helicopter that you’ll use to hone and practice your skills.
This training prepares you to test for certification as an Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT). Certify in a single specialty or as an AMT with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings. See our program options to find the best path for your career.
Airframe and Powerplant classes are taught at the Roy Blunt Aviation Training Center, located near the Springfield-Branson National Airport in Springfield, MO.
What is the FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate?
What is the FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate?
The A&P certification is an FAA certification that permits you to work as an aviation mechanic, aviation maintenance technician.
You may certify with an airframe (A) rating or a powerplant (P) rating or both. The airframe rating certifies you to work on the aircraft structure and the powerplant rating certifies you to work on the engines of the aircraft.
For more information on AMT certification visit the FAA website on aviation mechanics.
Program Contact
Kyle McKee
Aviation Department Chair
417-447-6655
Accreditations and Outcomes
Accreditation
Accreditation requirements
OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more information on OTC accreditation.
Program Outcomes
Admissions & Financial Aid
This program is pending federal approval for financial aid eligibility.
General Admissions to Ozarks Tech
Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.
Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.
Transfer Information
At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.
We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.
COSTS & OPTIONS
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Associate of Applied Science |
Aviation Airframe and Powerplant Technician |
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76 credit hours |
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PROGRAM DETAILS (Fall of 2025)
Clicking on the options below will provide overview information, course sequences (when applicable), and specific course descriptions. To see a full catalog of all the offerings at OTC, visit catalog.otc.edu.
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*Notices and Disclaimers
*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.
**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.