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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Two PIA Students Receive Mike Rowe 2025 Work Ethic Scholarship PIA Students Megan Ross (pictured left) and Michael Thang (pictured right), who received $13,000 and $15,000, respectively, are two of the nationwide recipients of the 2025 Work Ethic Scholarship. The scholarship through Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation honors and provides financial support to students enrolled in trade schools that clearly demonstrate a commitment to personal [...]
Senator Patrick J. Stefano visits PIA Senator Patrick J. Stefano visited PIA’s main campus on Friday, August 22, 2025 to learn about PIA’s training programs. During a tour of the campus, Senator Stefano had the opportunity to speak with students as they worked through the Powerplant & Airframe shops. Pictured left to right: Brittany Elliott Compliance and Executive Support Manager, [...]
Staff Recognition – President’s Award: Recognizing Instructional Excellence Lesa DeMaio (Instructor - Pittsburgh Campus) is the winner of the President’s Award for Exceptional Employee Achievement for the first half of 2025. She has been recognized for her Instructional Excellence. Pictured left to right: Suzanne Markle (PIA President/CEO), and Lesa DeMaio PIA leadership created this biannual award in 2022 to publicly recognize exemplary [...]
Estella Cload receives the David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Congratulations, Estella! Estella Cload, an Aviation Maintenance student at PIA Youngstown, received a $2500 David J. Forgac scholarship. The David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Fund was founded in 2019 following the untimely passing of David J. Forgac. He was an avid pilot, A&P Mechanic and Aviation Instructor.
Sonic Tools USA’s Summer Impact Scholarship Program Winners Joseph Reid, PIA Hagerstown student, was selected as 1 of 5 winners of Sonic’s Summer Impact Scholarship Program. Sonic Tools USA’s initiative recognizes exceptional automotive, aviation, and manufacturing technician students who embody the company's PACE values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Experience. Sonic created the scholarship program in response to the growing technician shortage [...]
Erilyn Machesky receives the David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Congratulations, Erilyn! Erilyn Machesky, an Avionics student at PIA Pittsburgh, received a $2500 David J. Forgac scholarship. The David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Fund was founded in 2019 following the untimely passing of David J. Forgac. He was an avid pilot, A&P Mechanic and Aviation Instructor.
Thank You, Representative Inglis A huge thank you to Representative John Inglis for visiting PIA's main campus yesterday. We truly enjoyed showcasing the training we offer along with the career opportunities within the aviation industry. We appreciate your continued support. [...]
School Closed – Pittsburgh Campus – 04/30/25 Due to a power outage, the Pittsburgh campus will be CLOSED on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
PPG Sealant Training We want to extend a huge thank you to the team from PPG for visiting the PIA Pittsburgh Campus yesterday afternoon. Jay Gallagher and James Cairns offered a 1-hour free, hands-on training regarding the use of PPG Sealants. Over 25 students had the opportunity to learn directly from the manufacturer. Their support and commitment to [...]
PIA teams win big at the 2025 Aerospace Maintenance Competition! Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics returned to the Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) this year with one team from each campus. The AMC brings together Aviation Technicians from professional, military, and educational sectors of the industry to compete in events to test their technical abilities. PIA's team members performed well and made great connections in Atlanta, [...]
Senator Patrick J. Stefano visits PIA Senator Patrick J. Stefano visited PIA’s main campus on Friday, August 22, 2025 to learn about PIA’s training programs. During a tour of the campus, Senator Stefano had the opportunity to speak with students as they worked through the Powerplant & Airframe shops. Pictured left to right: Brittany Elliott Compliance and Executive Support Manager, [...]
Staff Recognition – President’s Award: Recognizing Instructional Excellence Lesa DeMaio (Instructor - Pittsburgh Campus) is the winner of the President’s Award for Exceptional Employee Achievement for the first half of 2025. She has been recognized for her Instructional Excellence. Pictured left to right: Suzanne Markle (PIA President/CEO), and Lesa DeMaio PIA leadership created this biannual award in 2022 to publicly recognize exemplary [...]
Estella Cload receives the David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Congratulations, Estella! Estella Cload, an Aviation Maintenance student at PIA Youngstown, received a $2500 David J. Forgac scholarship. The David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Fund was founded in 2019 following the untimely passing of David J. Forgac. He was an avid pilot, A&P Mechanic and Aviation Instructor.
Sonic Tools USA’s Summer Impact Scholarship Program Winners Joseph Reid, PIA Hagerstown student, was selected as 1 of 5 winners of Sonic’s Summer Impact Scholarship Program. Sonic Tools USA’s initiative recognizes exceptional automotive, aviation, and manufacturing technician students who embody the company's PACE values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Experience. Sonic created the scholarship program in response to the growing technician shortage [...]
Erilyn Machesky receives the David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Congratulations, Erilyn! Erilyn Machesky, an Avionics student at PIA Pittsburgh, received a $2500 David J. Forgac scholarship. The David J. Forgac Aviation Scholarship Fund was founded in 2019 following the untimely passing of David J. Forgac. He was an avid pilot, A&P Mechanic and Aviation Instructor.
Thank You, Representative Inglis A huge thank you to Representative John Inglis for visiting PIA's main campus yesterday. We truly enjoyed showcasing the training we offer along with the career opportunities within the aviation industry. We appreciate your continued support. [...]
School Closed – Pittsburgh Campus – 04/30/25 Due to a power outage, the Pittsburgh campus will be CLOSED on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
PPG Sealant Training We want to extend a huge thank you to the team from PPG for visiting the PIA Pittsburgh Campus yesterday afternoon. Jay Gallagher and James Cairns offered a 1-hour free, hands-on training regarding the use of PPG Sealants. Over 25 students had the opportunity to learn directly from the manufacturer. Their support and commitment to [...]
PIA teams win big at the 2025 Aerospace Maintenance Competition! Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics returned to the Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) this year with one team from each campus. The AMC brings together Aviation Technicians from professional, military, and educational sectors of the industry to compete in events to test their technical abilities. PIA's team members performed well and made great connections in Atlanta, [...]
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