Aviation Maintenance 101

Thursday, June 25, 2026, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
815 S. Airport Drive, Springfield, IL 62707
Aviation program director working with students on airplane engine in 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ hangar
Join us for Aviation Maintenance 101 and learn about becoming an aircraft mechanic, tour 91ÖÆÆ¬³§'s hangar and shops, and participate in hands-on projects with sheet metal, electrical wiring and starting a jet engine.

Join us to learn about the exciting career of aviation maintenance. Participants will be able to tour the Levi, Ray and Shoup Aviation Center hangar where the 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ program is based, and check out equipment, tools and the aircraft they would be using as a student.

Experience hands-on learning with projects that involve sheet metal, electrical wiring and starting a jet engine. Plus, learn what aviation mechanics do in this high-demand career, as well as the expected hours, job and salary opportunities.

During Aviation Maintenance 101, we'll explain the process to enroll in classes, and discuss cost, financial aid as well as program details and student commitment.

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