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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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, [...]
STRATUS – Winter 2024 PIA’s 2024 Stratus is now available! Articles Include: The Impact of Instructors Sky High Family Ties PIA wins big at AMC Clays for a Cause Scholarship Recipients Employee Highlights …and More "CLICK HERE TO READ STRATUS"
PIA Hagerstown Campus – 2-Hour Delay The PIA Hagerstown campus is on a 2-hour delay today (02/06/2025) due to potentially icy conditions. Classes will begin at 10am.
Staff Recognition – President’s Award: Recognizing Exceptional Standards Roxanne Ober (Director of Admissions and Outreach - Hagerstown Campus) is the winner of the President’s Award for Exceptional Employee Achievement for the second half of 2024. She has been recognized for her Exceptional Standards. Pictured left to right: Suzanne Markle (PIA President/CEO), Roxanne Ober and Steven D. Sabold (Vice President of Operations) PIA [...]
PIA’s Pack a Plane & Toys for Tots – 5th Year in a Row PIA students, faculty and staff donate new, unwrapped toys annually to benefit families in need. The Pack a Plane event is led by Derek Vrabel and supports the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. The Toys for Tots drive is always a highlight of PIA’s Holiday Season. While it is every individual’s duty to [...]
Thank you, Embraer Foundation. The Embraer Foundation donated $10,000 to PIA Myrtle Beach to support the purchase of new electrical shop tables. We appreciate Embraer’s continued support of our student’s success.
PIA Hagerstown Expansion Groundbreaking PIA Hagerstown broke ground on a 10,000-square-foot expansion at the groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, December 4, 2024! This new space will include a new hangar, updated training areas, and improved facilities to support campus students and staff. This expansion project received government support at the federal, state, and local levels. The Federal Housing Administration [...]
The Aviation Foundation awards the Clifford Ball Memorial Scholarship 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 [...]
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, [...]
STRATUS – Winter 2024 PIA’s 2024 Stratus is now available! Articles Include: The Impact of Instructors Sky High Family Ties PIA wins big at AMC Clays for a Cause Scholarship Recipients Employee Highlights …and More "CLICK HERE TO READ STRATUS"
PIA Hagerstown Campus – 2-Hour Delay The PIA Hagerstown campus is on a 2-hour delay today (02/06/2025) due to potentially icy conditions. Classes will begin at 10am.
Staff Recognition – President’s Award: Recognizing Exceptional Standards Roxanne Ober (Director of Admissions and Outreach - Hagerstown Campus) is the winner of the President’s Award for Exceptional Employee Achievement for the second half of 2024. She has been recognized for her Exceptional Standards. Pictured left to right: Suzanne Markle (PIA President/CEO), Roxanne Ober and Steven D. Sabold (Vice President of Operations) PIA [...]
PIA’s Pack a Plane & Toys for Tots – 5th Year in a Row PIA students, faculty and staff donate new, unwrapped toys annually to benefit families in need. The Pack a Plane event is led by Derek Vrabel and supports the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. The Toys for Tots drive is always a highlight of PIA’s Holiday Season. While it is every individual’s duty to [...]
Thank you, Embraer Foundation. The Embraer Foundation donated $10,000 to PIA Myrtle Beach to support the purchase of new electrical shop tables. We appreciate Embraer’s continued support of our student’s success.
PIA Hagerstown Expansion Groundbreaking PIA Hagerstown broke ground on a 10,000-square-foot expansion at the groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, December 4, 2024! This new space will include a new hangar, updated training areas, and improved facilities to support campus students and staff. This expansion project received government support at the federal, state, and local levels. The Federal Housing Administration [...]
The Aviation Foundation awards the Clifford Ball Memorial Scholarship 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 [...]
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