Aviation Maintenance & Drones
Aviation Maintenance & Drones
Program Overview
Unlock exciting career opportunities in Oklahoma’s second-largest industry—aviation—through the Aviation Maintenance and Drones Program at Tri County Tech! This hands-on program allows students to dive into two dynamic areas of aviation: Aviation Maintenance and Drone Technology. You’ll work through the Choose Aerospace curriculum, which provides a foundation for students to obtain a job working as an unlicensed technician. Then, after 18 months of employment, you will qualify to sit for either the Airframe or the Powerplant certification exam. In addition, you’ll get the chance to become a licensed commercial drone pilot by taking the FAA Part 107 test, with the cost fully covered by Tri County Tech. Whether you dream of working on aircraft or you’re fascinated by flying drones, this program gives you the skills and certifications needed to kickstart your career in the growing field of aviation!
The Aviation Maintenance & Drones program:
- Promotes science, technology, engineering, and math skills that prepare you for a future in aviation.
- Supports the development of technology skills future-focused employers desire.
- Develops critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills.
“I like the environment here. It feels like actual work experience.” – Drew C.
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Program Schedule
| Program Start Date | Program Days | Program Instructor |
| August 2025 | Monday – Friday | Brandi Peace |
| 2 Years | Morning or Afternoon | Student Resources |
Program Courses
| Aviation Maintenance: |
| Aircraft Materials & Corrosion Control |
| Applied Science of Aircraft Maintenance* |
| Avionics |
| Basic Electricity* |
| Drones: |
| Aviation III |
| Aviation IV |
| Drone Technology |
| Multimedia & Image Management* |
| *Qualifies for Computer Technology Credit |
Certifications
| Remote Pilot Certification (FAA Part 107 Unmanned Pilot License) |
| Completion of Choose Aerospace courses qualify students to be employed at age 18 to work in the industry for 18-30 months toward Airframe and/or Powerplant certification. |
High School Credit
| 8 Elective Credits for Full Program |
| *Can be a combination of Computer Technology and Elective Credits |
Career Opportunities
| Aerospace Engineer |
| Air Traffic Controller |
| Airfield Operations Specialist |
| Airport Manager |
| Aviation Engineers |
| Aviation Maintenance Repairmen |
| Drone Pilot |
| Light-sport aircraft (LSA) repairmen with a maintenance rating |
| Mechanics (Airframe and/or Powerplant) |
| Mechanics holding an Inspection Authorization (IA) |
| Non-Certificated workers |
| Pilot, Co-Pilot |
| Safety Inspector |
| Transportation Security Screener |
| Visual Observer |
Career Data
| Our Placement Rate | 50% |
| Part 107 Pass Rate | 98% |
| Median Hourly Earnings* | $35 |
| Completion/Retention Rate | 90% |
| *Information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data. |
Student Organizations
Technology Student Association (TSA)
Working together to lead in a technical world! TSA is an organization dedicated to promoting STEM and leadership through competitions for every student in the United States. To learn more, visit OKTSA.org.
Questions?
Contact Us!
Our Student Services team assists students in finding the right program, and works with counselors at our partner schools to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today our visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.