FAI is a 14 CFR Part 147 Certificated Aircraft Maintenance Technician Program located at the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport. Our pro​gram is the only one of it’s type in the region, giving high school graduates and adults the opportunity to become an FAA Certified Aircraft Maintenance Technician.

At FAI, we are committed to delivering high-quality education and making your learning experience our top priority. Our seasoned and passionate instructors bring over a century of combined aviation experience to the classroom, using their years of expertise to help you achieve your goals.

What has been reported from our Certified A & P graduates from FAI.

Currently, 99% of our certified A & P graduates are enjoying their employment in the field of aviation. Immediate employment, or employment prior to graduation has been one of the major advantages in becoming an Aircraft Maintenance Technician. Many of our certified graduates are receiving financially rewarding wages, sign-on bonuses, tuition reimbursement, generous benefits, travel perks, and more. With the high demand for A & P Certified Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, our certified graduates are experiencing a High Return on Education (HRE) for a fraction of college tuition and in just 12 months. However, it’s important to understand that employment, wages, and benefits are completely dependent on the employer, location, as well the efforts of the individual.

General statistics and facts about skilled trades:

Wages in the trades are up 15 to 20%. That’s well above our current inflationary rates.

Demand is driving the need for a higher level of skill:

When tradespeople have higher skill levels, they get paid more. So a lucrative wage opportunity is there.

A 4-year college graduate’s average salary is about $43k to $65k per year:

The cost of education is around $140k and over $200k for a private college. A degree doesn’t guarantee a high-paying job, or a job in the field. Conversely, the cost of a tradesman’s education is about $44k, taking less than 18 months to complete and has greater odds for immediate employment in the their field, and a high return on education.

The most common misconception is that there are no well-paying trade jobs.

Young people and adults alike believe that if they join the trades, they won’t be able to support themselves, their families, or their aspirations. This can’t be further from the facts.

Over the past 20 years, we see the cost of devaluing the skilled trades.

The the lack of popularity by spreading a negative perception has contributed to the skilled trade stigma.

America is not only facing a pilot shortage, but an Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) shortage. Whether it’s commercial, private, military, or corporate planes – aviation maintenance technicians are crucial for safe flights.

Since one-third of the current AMT workforce is at or near retirement age, it’s a major factor in driving the shortage of technicians. In addition, many high school career counselor’s may misinform students that college is their only path to creating a fulfilling lifestyle.