Epic Flight Academy Aircraft Mechanic School in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Updated January 20th, 2026

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Epic Flight Academy Aircraft Mechanic School in New Smyrna Beach, Florida — Epic’s Aircraft Mechanic Training School in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Epic Flight Academy operates an FAA Part 147 aircraft mechanic school in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. The school is located across from the New Smyrna Beach Airport. Epic accepts student enrollment year-round with several course start dates throughout the year. The program takes 15 months to complete.

1919-B North Dixie Freeway
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

Phone: 866-FLY-EPIC

Hours

Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Training Programs/Certificates Offered in New Smyrna Beach:

Airframe Mechanic
Powerplant Mechanic
Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic – also known as Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT)

This location of Epic Flight Academy is certified by the FAA and accredited by ACCSC.

Course Dates:

Orientation	Class Start Date	Graduation Date
Feb. 13, 2026	Feb. 16, 2026	May 13, 2027
May 15, 2026	May 18, 2026	Aug. 12, 2027
Aug. 14, 2026	Aug. 17, 2026	Nov. 4, 2027
Nov. 6, 2026	Nov. 9, 2026	Feb. 10, 2028

Lobby at Aircraft Mechanic School — Lobby in the Aircraft Mechanic School

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Where is New Smyrna Beach?

New Smyrna Beach is an historic town located in central Florida on the east coast. It’s approximately 56 miles northeast of Orlando. The Aircraft Mechanic School has four classrooms that can accommodate up to 25 students each, administrative offices, and hands-on training hangar space. The hangar holds multiple aircraft, engines, training gears and boards, sheet metal training stations, welding stations, and various flight controls and components. There is a computer lab and library with aviation mechanic literature and maintenance manuals.

Part 147 Aircraft Mechanic Hangar — The majority of instruction focuses on hands-on learning.

About Your Training at Epic

What does a potential student need to know about an aircraft mechanic education? The program takes 15 months to complete. Tuition includes tools and books, and the majority of the training is hands-on. Becoming an aviation maintenance technician is within your reach! You can prequalify in minutes. Classes are held Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Did you know that your Epic training can also transfer as college credit toward a degree?

Aircraft Mechanic Computer Lab — Students have access to a computer lab and other resources.

What is the cost for training?

The cost for tuition is $33,500 ($6,700 per course), which includes 3 FAA written exams. Books/materials cost $1,500. There is a $145 application fee once you are approved. Upon completion of the program, there is an FAA oral exam and an FAA practical exam. These cost a total of $1,850. Above all, we disclose all costs upfront so you can plan accordingly. Total cost is: $36,995.

Tuition: $33,500 (5 courses at $6,700 each)
Book/materials: $1,500
Application fee: $145
FAA oral and practical exams paid to DME: $1,850
TOTAL: $36,995

Housing in the New Smyrna Beach Area

Epic Flight Academy has some available housing for rent for international students. There is a bus to and from campus for students in Epic housing. We also maintain a list of nearby housing. There are numerous apartments and houses for rent in the area.

Things to Do in the New Smyrna Beach Area

New Smyrna Beach is a popular destination because of its beautiful beaches, but there is much more to do in addition to swimming and surfing. To make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun, we’ve shared lists of fun outings in New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach, and Orlando.

Transportation in the New Smyrna Beach Area

Students who reside in Epic housing can use the Epic bus to get to campus. There are other sources of transportation as well.

Airports: For private flights, use New Smyrna Beach. For commercial flights, use Daytona Beach International Airport, Orlando Sanford International Airport, or Orlando International Airport.
Car Rentals: Plenty to choose from with Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz.
Ride-sharing: Uber and Lyft are everywhere, including New Smyrna Beach!
Train: Although there are no trains in the immediate area, Amtrak is located in nearby DeLand.
Bus: Votran offers NSB Flex, a convenient bus ride throughout much of the area.

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