Since its doors were first opened in 1929, PIA has taken pride in the quality of its education programs and the successes of its graduates. Regardless of the program, a PIA education emphasizes hands-on learning. Qualified faculty members strive to present thorough and thoughtful instruction as they blend their practical experiences with new information and techniques. Of equal importance is the list of student services that are provided from the first day of instruction through, and beyond, graduation. PIA’s main campus is the home of the School of Specialized Technology, offering AST degree programs in Aviation Technology. The branch campuses also offer a diploma or certificate program in Aviation Maintenance Technology. PIA’s Jump Start division offers short-term training programs at the main campus, as well as at a number of locations in West Virginia. We welcome the opportunity to serve the academic needs of both traditional and non-traditional students, and we invite you to contact our staff with any questions you may encounter as you explore our educational offerings.
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And the winners are: This year’s Aerospace Maintenance Competition was great experience for all our teams. Our students showcased their skills, and they were able to network with a lot of industry professionals. Winners: Event 3: APU Starter sponsored by American Airlines. PIA Myrtle Beach Charles Taylor Student Award - given for exceptional professional conduct. It is a [...]
Thank you, Rep. Pisciottano A huge thank you to Representative Nick Pisciottano for your visit to the main campus yesterday. We truly enjoyed showcasing the training we offer here at PIA. We appreciate your continued support. Pictured above L to R: PIA Vice President of Operations, Steven D. Sabold; Representative Nick Pisciottano; PIA President & CEO, Suzanne Markle [...]
American Airlines Awards Scholarship to Lauren Kretchman PIA student, Lauren Kretchman was awarded a $5,000 American Airlines scholarship & recognized at the 2024 Women in Aviation International conference in Orlando, Florida. The scholarship was awarded through the Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance (AWAM). AWAM’s Scholarship Program supports the diverse skills required in the field of Aviation Maintenance. Congratulations, Lauren! Women in [...]
ATEC Student of the Year Forrest Zischkau was celebrated at this year’s ATEC* conference as the James Rardon Aviation Maintenance Technician Student of the Year for 2024. “His unwavering dedication to serving his school is truly commendable. Forrest consistently goes above and beyond, exemplifying a strong commitment to the betterment of his school community.” - Donna Moore, Dean of [...]
Career Services team visits Republic Airways On February 7th, the PIA Career Services team toured the new State of the Art Training Facility and Hotel at Republic Airways Headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. The team was able to see the Exploration Center, Cabin Trainer, the MX Wing, and more. They also ran into a few PIA alumni while onsite. A huge [...]
The Aviation Foundation awarded the Clifford Ball Memorial Scholarship to 2 PIA students The scholarship is made available to 6th quarter Pittsburgh campus students who fit the eligibility requirements which include a 3.0 GPA and minimal missed training time. In addition to the other requirements, interested students must include an essay explaining what legacy they would like to build within the local Pittsburgh aviation industry and how [...]
The Bill Griffin Memorial Scholarship 2024 Recipients PIA Youngstown students received The Bill Griffin Memorial Scholarship sponsored by The Ernie Hall Aviation Museum. Tyler Downing, Damian Pena, and Levi Thompson were each awarded $3,000 to be used toward tuition. Congratulations to the scholarship recipients!
PIA Hagerstown Campus – 2-Hour Delay (2/13/24) The PIA Hagerstown Campus will experience a 2-hour delay due to the inclement weather. Classes will resume at 10:00am.
Staff Recognition – President’s Award for Exceptional Character and Dedication Greg Mondry (Custodian– Pittsburgh Campus) is the winner of the President’s Award for Exceptional Employee Achievement for the second half of 2023. He has been recognized for his Character and Dedication. Pictured left to right: Greg Mondry and Suzanne Markle (PIA President/CEO) PIA leadership created this biannual award in 2022 to publicly recognize exemplary [...]
Changing the Status Quo For years, PIA graduates, of both the aviation maintenance and the aviation electronics programs, wore business attire during their graduation ceremony. PIA’s leadership thought it was time for a change. “The graduation commencement ceremony is a celebration of a graduate’s hard work, passion, and commitment to their future,” said Jason Mongan, PIA’s Executive Director [...]
Thank you, Rep. Pisciottano A huge thank you to Representative Nick Pisciottano for your visit to the main campus yesterday. We truly enjoyed showcasing the training we offer here at PIA. We appreciate your continued support. Pictured above L to R: PIA Vice President of Operations, Steven D. Sabold; Representative Nick Pisciottano; PIA President & CEO, Suzanne Markle [...]
American Airlines Awards Scholarship to Lauren Kretchman PIA student, Lauren Kretchman was awarded a $5,000 American Airlines scholarship & recognized at the 2024 Women in Aviation International conference in Orlando, Florida. The scholarship was awarded through the Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance (AWAM). AWAM’s Scholarship Program supports the diverse skills required in the field of Aviation Maintenance. Congratulations, Lauren! Women in [...]
ATEC Student of the Year Forrest Zischkau was celebrated at this year’s ATEC* conference as the James Rardon Aviation Maintenance Technician Student of the Year for 2024. “His unwavering dedication to serving his school is truly commendable. Forrest consistently goes above and beyond, exemplifying a strong commitment to the betterment of his school community.” - Donna Moore, Dean of [...]
Career Services team visits Republic Airways On February 7th, the PIA Career Services team toured the new State of the Art Training Facility and Hotel at Republic Airways Headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. The team was able to see the Exploration Center, Cabin Trainer, the MX Wing, and more. They also ran into a few PIA alumni while onsite. A huge [...]
The Aviation Foundation awarded the Clifford Ball Memorial Scholarship to 2 PIA students The scholarship is made available to 6th quarter Pittsburgh campus students who fit the eligibility requirements which include a 3.0 GPA and minimal missed training time. In addition to the other requirements, interested students must include an essay explaining what legacy they would like to build within the local Pittsburgh aviation industry and how [...]
The Bill Griffin Memorial Scholarship 2024 Recipients PIA Youngstown students received The Bill Griffin Memorial Scholarship sponsored by The Ernie Hall Aviation Museum. Tyler Downing, Damian Pena, and Levi Thompson were each awarded $3,000 to be used toward tuition. Congratulations to the scholarship recipients!
PIA Hagerstown Campus – 2-Hour Delay (2/13/24) The PIA Hagerstown Campus will experience a 2-hour delay due to the inclement weather. Classes will resume at 10:00am.
Staff Recognition – President’s Award for Exceptional Character and Dedication Greg Mondry (Custodian– Pittsburgh Campus) is the winner of the President’s Award for Exceptional Employee Achievement for the second half of 2023. He has been recognized for his Character and Dedication. Pictured left to right: Greg Mondry and Suzanne Markle (PIA President/CEO) PIA leadership created this biannual award in 2022 to publicly recognize exemplary [...]
Changing the Status Quo For years, PIA graduates, of both the aviation maintenance and the aviation electronics programs, wore business attire during their graduation ceremony. PIA’s leadership thought it was time for a change. “The graduation commencement ceremony is a celebration of a graduate’s hard work, passion, and commitment to their future,” said Jason Mongan, PIA’s Executive Director [...]
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