Basic Requirements to Become an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic. FAA Requirements.
1. You must be - at least 18 years old; - able to read, write, speak, and understand English. 2. You must get 18 months of practical experience with either powerplant or airframes, or 30 months of practical experience working on both at the same time. As an alternative to this experience requirement, you can graduate from an FAA-Approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School. 3. You must pass three types of test; - a written examination (General, Airframe and/or Powerplant) - an Oral/Practical test
If you meet the requirements the first step will be to get an FAAform 8610-2 signed by the FAA which MaxClimb Aviation will help you with. Call for help in getting this form signed at 760-490-9742. Please have form signed before you enroll. Military personnel can use theDDform214 or their training record if they posses the proper military occupational specialty.
Experience Requirements to Become an Aircraft Mechanic FAA Requirements
1. You can attend one of the 170 FAR part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools nationwide. These schools offer training for one mechanic's certificate or both. Many schools offer avionics courses that cover electronics and instrumentation. You need a high school diploma or a General Education Diploma (GED) to get into most schools. The schooling last from 12 months and 24 months, generally less than required by FAA for on-the-job training. When you graduate, you are qualified to take FAA's exams.
2. You can work an FAA Repair Station or FBO under the supervision of a certified mechanic for 18 months for each certificate, or 30 months for both. You must document your experience with pay receipts, a log book signed by your supervising mechanic, a notarized statement from your employer, or other proof you worked the required time.
3. You can join one of the armed services and get training and experience in aircraft maintenance. Make sure you are in a military occupational specialty (MOS) for which FAA gives credit. Call 760-490-9742 for more information or contact the nearest FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO).
