Aviation Institute of Maintenance

★★★★★ 5 out of 5 9 months ago

My experience at the Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Charlotte has been absolutely incredible! From the moment I walked through the doors, I could tell this was a place dedicated to excellence, hands-on learning, and genuine student success. The instructors here are second to none — knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about helping every student succeed. I especially want to give a huge shoutout to Mr. Poelman, Mr. Torres, Mr. Miller, and Mr. Harris. Each of them brings their own unique strengths and teaching style to the classroom, creating an environment that’s both challenging and deeply rewarding. This school not only provides top-notch training but also creates a family-like atmosphere where instructors and students work together toward success. If you’re serious about starting a career in aviation maintenance, AIM Charlotte is the place to be. I’m beyond grateful for my time here — it’s been life-changing. ✈️ Betsy Rosa Abreu

betsy saldivar

★☆☆☆☆ 1 out of 5 10 months ago

Graduated from AIM Charlotte. Most instructors are knowledgeable, kind, and uplifting. Some however, are racist discriminatory, and bullies. Specifically Matt Poelman. He has made several racist remarks to me and other students including “take that Cotten picking hoodie off”. As if we aren’t allowed to wear hoodies in class. Poelman is one of 2 DME’s close to North Carolina ( if you don’t know what a DME is they are certified by the FAA to pass or fail students when acquiring their A&P license). If you are a minority I highly recommend going to John Watt. Poelman has stopped people from taking their tests because of their accent. My situation was not the first and hasn’t been the last. He has had several related incidents before myself and I still hear about related incidents to this day. Poelman was suspended for a week or so during the incident he started with me over a year ago. AIM Charlotte please protect students that have paid thousands of dollars from being discriminated against, discouraged, and bullied by your instructor.

Trey Robbins

★★★★☆ 4 out of 5 a year ago

As an undergraduate at AIM, the sense of community is one of my favorite parts. I had this one classmate, Alex, who had a natural knack for electronics, and our team projects together brought so many late nights in the workshop. We’d tackle complicated systems, sometimes getting stuck, but the encouragement we received from instructors and classmates helped us push through. It’s this teamwork and shared passion that makes AIM’s undergraduate program feel like more than just schooling; it feels like building a family within the aviation industry.

Dike Michael

★★★★★ 5 out of 5 2 years ago

Toured facility to understand what it takes to be an A&P . The school is doing a fantastic job preparing individuals for the airline, general, or private aviation. Our host, the Head instructor, was a wealth of information from his decade of experience. Students are taught math, science, metallurgy, engine, hydraulics, rigging and more. Graduates receive a FAA rating. School takes about 2.5 years and more economical that a four year college.

Alan

★★★★★ 5 out of 5 4 years ago

This is an excellent school. The amount of experience the instructors bring is impressive and the opportunities that come from it are incredible. You get out of it what you put into it.

Matt S.