Tom P. Haney Technical College in Panama City, Florida provides aviation maintenance training through distinct Aviation Airframe Mechanics and Aviation Powerplant Mechanics programs, supported by a broader aviation academy environment. The school’s program directory is unusually clear about the details that matter to applicants: program length in hours and weeks, daily schedule, and the intended certification outcome. For Airframe, Haney lists a 1,350-hour program designed to prepare students for FAA Airframe rating examinations. For Powerplant, the school lists a 900-hour program aimed at FAA Powerplant certification preparation.

This structure can work well for students who want an incremental path toward the full A&P. In FAA terms, the full A&P requires eligibility for General, Airframe, and Powerplant testing; Haney’s setup-General content embedded in the programs plus rating-specific blocks-helps students build toward those requirements in a step-by-step way. If your end goal is both ratings, the smart planning move is to ask Haney how Airframe and Powerplant are sequenced for a student who intends to complete both, and whether you can roll directly from one program into the other without losing time between start dates.

For schedule planning, Haney publishes a daytime training block that runs Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. That predictable schedule is a significant advantage for students balancing family responsibilities, transportation, or part-time work later in the day. It also aligns with the reality of aviation maintenance training: consistent attendance and steady lab progress are critical because you’re building hands-on competence that compounds over time.

In terms of what you’ll learn, airframe-focused training typically covers inspection practices, aircraft structures, sheet metal fundamentals, corrosion control, hardware and fastening methods, landing gear and brake systems, flight controls, and basic aircraft electrical and systems knowledge. Powerplant training shifts toward engine theory and maintenance: reciprocating and turbine concepts, fuel and ignition systems, propellers, lubrication, cooling, troubleshooting, and safe engine operation procedures. In both cases, employers care about more than “book knowledge”-they want technicians who can follow approved data, use tools correctly, work safely around energized systems, and document maintenance actions with discipline.

From a logistics standpoint, Haney makes it easy to get in touch and confirm details like admissions steps, start dates, and campus services. Their contact page lists the primary campus address and phone number, which is useful for scheduling a tour or speaking with student services before you commit.

Haney is a strong candidate for students in the Florida Panhandle who want a clearly defined weekday schedule and published hour/week timelines. As you compare schools, focus on how quickly you can complete both ratings if you want the full A&P, what equipment and aircraft are available for labs, and what support is offered for FAA written/oral/practical preparation and job placement after completion.