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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Helicopters Inc Donates Rotor Blade to PIA Pittsburgh A huge thank you to Helicopters Inc. in Cahokia, Illinois, for donating a Jet Ranger 206B Rotor Blade. This is what hands-on training is all about—building confidence, sharpening skills, and preparing for what’s next in the aviation industry. Vantage Aviation delivered the rotor blade directly to campus and met a few eager students awaiting [...]
PIA Youngstown Welcomes King Air KA-350ER to Training Fleet It’s here. ✈️ The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics’ Youngstown Campus officially welcomed a King Air KA-350ER to its training fleet. The aircraft, formerly operated by the U.S. Air Force as part of the MC-12W Liberty program, will now serve a new mission — helping train the next generation of aviation maintenance technicians. For students, this [...]
PIA Hagerstown Campus Expansion Is Taking Shape We’re making great progress on our expansion, and it’s exciting to see it all come together. From the early plans to what you see here, this space is quickly becoming something we’re incredibly proud of. We’re still on track for a late August ribbon cutting ✂️—and can’t wait to open the doors and welcome [...]
Myrtle Beach Campus Director Michael Basara Recognized as 2025 Designated Mechanic Examiner of the Year The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) is proud to congratulate Michael Basara, Campus Director of the Myrtle Beach campus, on being named the 2025 Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME) of the Year. Mr. Basara joined the PIA Myrtle Beach team in 2017 as an instructor, bringing with him a strong commitment to aviation education and [...]
Six PIA Students selected to attend the SkyWest Airlines Elite Event Opportunities to connect directly with industry leaders are a critical step in launching a successful aviation career. That’s why PIA is proud to celebrate six students who were selected to attend the SkyWest Airlines Elite Event, a prestigious experience that offered hands‑on exposure to aviation career pathways. Congratulations to: Tanner Bokash, Pittsburgh Campus Jordan [...]
PIA Hagerstown Student Awarded Mr. Bob Scholarship Pictured above: L to R – Marissa Salad (wife), Evan Trumbull & Carla Stockslager (wife of Bob Stockslager) Evan Trumbull, a student at PIA Hagerstown, was awarded $6,500 from The Mr. Bob Scholarship for 2026. The scholarship was created in memory of Bob Stockslager, a PIA Pittsburgh graduate who returned to PIA as [...]
American Airlines Visits PIA Main Campus, Supports AMC Competition Team Pictured above: Back L to R – Dylan Mason, Michael Young (American Airlines), Jonathan Wojcik Front L to R – Eli Billimack, Ezekiel Redmond, Erilyn Machesky, Aidan Starcher PIA’s Pittsburgh Campus welcomed Michael Young, Regional Training Manager from American Airlines, this week for an engaging visit focused on student career pathways and industry [...]
PIA Visits Alumni at Goodyear Staff Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) Youngstown toured the iconic Goodyear hangar in Suffield, Ohio. It's home of the world-famous Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company airship operations. During the visit, three PIA alumni of the Youngstown campus led an engaging and informative session about the Goodyear Blimp. The graduates, now working within Goodyear’s airship [...]
2-Hour Delay – Hagerstown Campus – 03/03/26 The Hagerstown Campus will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Helicopters Inc Donates Rotor Blade to PIA Pittsburgh A huge thank you to Helicopters Inc. in Cahokia, Illinois, for donating a Jet Ranger 206B Rotor Blade. This is what hands-on training is all about—building confidence, sharpening skills, and preparing for what’s next in the aviation industry. Vantage Aviation delivered the rotor blade directly to campus and met a few eager students awaiting [...]
PIA Youngstown Welcomes King Air KA-350ER to Training Fleet It’s here. ✈️ The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics’ Youngstown Campus officially welcomed a King Air KA-350ER to its training fleet. The aircraft, formerly operated by the U.S. Air Force as part of the MC-12W Liberty program, will now serve a new mission — helping train the next generation of aviation maintenance technicians. For students, this [...]
PIA Hagerstown Campus Expansion Is Taking Shape We’re making great progress on our expansion, and it’s exciting to see it all come together. From the early plans to what you see here, this space is quickly becoming something we’re incredibly proud of. We’re still on track for a late August ribbon cutting ✂️—and can’t wait to open the doors and welcome [...]
Myrtle Beach Campus Director Michael Basara Recognized as 2025 Designated Mechanic Examiner of the Year The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) is proud to congratulate Michael Basara, Campus Director of the Myrtle Beach campus, on being named the 2025 Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME) of the Year. Mr. Basara joined the PIA Myrtle Beach team in 2017 as an instructor, bringing with him a strong commitment to aviation education and [...]
Six PIA Students selected to attend the SkyWest Airlines Elite Event Opportunities to connect directly with industry leaders are a critical step in launching a successful aviation career. That’s why PIA is proud to celebrate six students who were selected to attend the SkyWest Airlines Elite Event, a prestigious experience that offered hands‑on exposure to aviation career pathways. Congratulations to: Tanner Bokash, Pittsburgh Campus Jordan [...]
PIA Hagerstown Student Awarded Mr. Bob Scholarship Pictured above: L to R – Marissa Salad (wife), Evan Trumbull & Carla Stockslager (wife of Bob Stockslager) Evan Trumbull, a student at PIA Hagerstown, was awarded $6,500 from The Mr. Bob Scholarship for 2026. The scholarship was created in memory of Bob Stockslager, a PIA Pittsburgh graduate who returned to PIA as [...]
American Airlines Visits PIA Main Campus, Supports AMC Competition Team Pictured above: Back L to R – Dylan Mason, Michael Young (American Airlines), Jonathan Wojcik Front L to R – Eli Billimack, Ezekiel Redmond, Erilyn Machesky, Aidan Starcher PIA’s Pittsburgh Campus welcomed Michael Young, Regional Training Manager from American Airlines, this week for an engaging visit focused on student career pathways and industry [...]
PIA Visits Alumni at Goodyear Staff Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) Youngstown toured the iconic Goodyear hangar in Suffield, Ohio. It's home of the world-famous Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company airship operations. During the visit, three PIA alumni of the Youngstown campus led an engaging and informative session about the Goodyear Blimp. The graduates, now working within Goodyear’s airship [...]
2-Hour Delay – Hagerstown Campus – 03/03/26 The Hagerstown Campus will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
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