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Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
600 clock hours
App fee
$50
Tuition
$1,464 for the Program
Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant) validates the skills of mechanics working on aircraft. Airframe mechanics are authorized to work on any part of the aircraft except the instruments, power plants, and propellers. Powerplant mechanics are authorized to work on engines and perform limited work on propellers. Combination airframe and powerplant mechanics, called A&P mechanics, work on all parts of the plane except the instruments. Most mechanics working on civilian aircraft today are A&P mechanics. Applicants must meet FAA's training and experience requirements. Applicants must pass written, oral and practical exams.
Certifying Organization
Federal Aviation Administration
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown
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Suggested because Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant) applies to Industrial Machinery Mechanics. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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