FAA-Approved Part 147 Aviation Maintenance School · Clarksville, TN
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AMT 147 · Classes begin January 13, 2027

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We are now registering for the next aviation maintenance classes! Call us today at 931-431-9700 or contact us below!

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Your New Career

Start your career with us!

The world fleet needs nearly 700,000 new maintenance technicians over the next 20 years. We’ll help make you one of them!

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Our Programs

Aviation Programs

Join a growing and dynamic industry with both a theoretical and hands-on approach to aviation technology!

AMT 147 Classes Begin:

January 13, 2027 · Day classes start 7:30 am

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Why North Central Institute

Repair. Maintain. Overhaul.
We teach it all.

For more than 35 years, NCI has trained aviation maintenance technicians in Clarksville, Tennessee. We are veteran-owned, FAA-approved and right across from Gate 1 of Fort Campbell.

35+ yrs
Training aviation professionals since 1988
30Ksq ft
Aviation-designed training facility on 6.9 acres
2,500+
Alumni keeping today’s aircraft flying safely
17months
Full-time AMT 147 day program, with no scheduled weekend classes
Aviation Programs

Find your path to an A&P certificate

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Students working on a reciprocating engineNo experience required
Part 147 · Certificate

Aviation Maintenance Technician

Our main Airframe & Powerplant program, from your first rivet to the FAA practical exam.

Length
17 Months
Credits
56 SH
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Maintainer working on a military aircraftFor experienced techs
Part 65 · Certificate

Aviation Maintenance Technology

For military and civilian mechanics who qualify under 14 CFR Part 65 and need exam prep.

Length
≤ 4 Weeks
Credits
2.0–5.5 SH
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Students reviewing manuals beside a helicopterDegree
Associate of Applied Science

AAS in Aviation Technology

Add a college degree to your A&P training and stand out for advancement and promotion.

Length
24 Months
Credits
62 SH
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Also offered: FCC General Radiotelephone Operator licensing (Elements 1, 3 & 8) and Continuing Education flight courses through our Part 141 partners.

FCC Courses
NCI students rebuilding a reciprocating aircraft engine
60%of AMT 147 instruction is hands-on lab time
Hands-On Training

Learn on real aircraft.

Our 30,000 sq. ft. facility is set up like a working maintenance shop, with labs and classrooms side by side.

  • Bell 407 FireX Helicopter
  • Cessna 310 & Cessna 172 aircraft
  • Reciprocating and turbine engines
  • Airline-standard tools, equipment and training aids
  • Certified FAA testing center on site
Military & Veterans

Right outside Gate 1
at Fort Campbell.

Veteran-owned and veteran-friendly, NCI has evaluated military training and experience for college credit for well over 15 years. Most of our team members are veterans or part of veteran families.

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Every day, more than 2.7 million airline passengers fly on aircraft maintained by technicians like our graduates.
North Central InstituteOver 2,500 alumni across the aviation industry
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Council on Occupational Education
Accredited by the Council on Occupational Education
FAA
Part 147 Air Agency Certificate N4IT070K
THEC
Authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission
BBB Accredited Business
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VA
Approved for GI Bill® education benefits
Ready for takeoff?

Your aviation career starts in Clarksville.

Next AMT 147 class begins January 13, 2027. Seats are limited to keep class sizes small.