South Texas College to launch avionics program after $50,000 county support

Apr 14, 2026

South Texas College announced a new two-year avionics program starting this fall, the only such program south of Waco. Hidalgo County Commissioners approved a $50,000 contribution to buy equipment and highlighted workforce benefits and regional access to high-skill careers.

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South Texas College told the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court it will launch a two-year avionics program this fall and thanked the court for a $50,000 contribution to buy the equipment needed to run the curriculum at a county airport facility.

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