18 Month Weekend A&P Program
Use your weekend to go from no experience to professional aviation maintenance technician in only 18 months. Now is the time to make a career transition and launch your career as an A&P Mechanic.
Weekend A&P School Overview
Transform into a highly skilled A&P aircraft mechanic with the Weekend Aviation Maintenance Technician course at Thrust Institute of Maintenance.
Over the course of only 18 months, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills required to excel in aviation maintenance, preparing you to pass the FAA test and become a certified Airframe and Powerplant Technician.
- Same comprehensive curriculum as our weekday program, adapted for weekend learning
- Small class sizes ensuring personalized attention and skill retention
- Hands-on training with real aircraft
Dive into the world of aviation maintenance and launch your A&P career with the Thrust Institute of Maintenance!
You Can Become an A&P Certified Aviation Maintenance Technician Now
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Why Choose Thrust Institute of Maintenance for Your Aircraft Mechanic School
Benefit from Small Class Sizes
Enjoy a close-knit learning experience where every student gets the highest level of attention and support. Unlike larger A&P schools, our small classes mean you won’t get lost in the crowd.
Keep Your Day Job
Our weekend A&P program is perfect for those who need to keep working a traditional job while they train. If you’re trying to make a career transition while working the weekend class schedule is perfect for you.
Expert Instruction
Our dedicated instructors closely watch each student’s progress, giving you the care and guidance that sets us apart from other aircraft mechanic schools. Get one-on-one help from your instructor when you need it.
Weekend A&P Class Schedule
Every month we have a new class starting at our Addison location. Our weekend classes are held starting Friday afternoon and then 8am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday. With this schedule you’ll be able to complete the program in 18 months.
Weekend Class Start Dates
July 2025
August 2025
September 2025
October 2025
November 2025
December 2025
Prepare for Your A&P Mechanic Career from Day One
Our weekend program equips working professionals with the comprehensive knowledge and hands-on skills future employers demand. The carefully structured curriculum builds your expertise progressively, respecting your weekday work commitments.
Make no mistake, our weekend program is challenging. But when you’re done, you’ll be prepared for you A&P exams and ready to start your new career.
Finance Your Aircraft Mechanic Training
Thrust Institute of Maintenance has financing partnerships with Sallie Mae and Stratus. These organizations provide flexible financing options for students like you who are ready to obtain your airframe and powerplant license.
With Sallie Mae’s Smart Option Student Loan, you could enjoy benefits such as:
- Competitive interest rates
- No origination or prepayment fees
- Repayment options including in-school deferment and grace periods
Don’t put off your A&P school any longer, launch your career now!
Cost of Your Weekend AMT Program
The cost of the 18 month aircraft maintenance technician course is $39,539.
This includes all tuition, books, lab and app fees.
Students have multiple ways to pay for the program. You can finance your program and we also have cash pay options available.
