Hangar at 743 Offers Way to Grow Its Own A&P Mechanics

New York program offers training opportunities through the Prescott Foundation.

Meg Godlewski

Friday, May 02, 2025 at 01:00 PM ET

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Travis Tingle

Hangar at 743's program is designed to open doors for those who may not be able to pursue traditional schooling, providing a paid internship and real-world experience in aircraft restoration and maintenance. [Courtesy: Prescott Foundation]

Key Takeaways:

The Prescott Foundation's Workplace Development Program addresses the shortage of qualified mechanics for vintage aircraft by offering an innovative "grow your own" training initiative.
This program provides an alternative, hands-on pathway to FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification, including paid internships and real-world experience in aircraft restoration and maintenance.
Located at Hangar at 743 in New York, the initiative helps individuals develop new aviation careers while contributing to the preservation of military aircraft history, supported by local business donations.

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One of the challenges of having a hangar full of vintage aircraft is finding qualified mechanics to perform the required maintenance on these rare birds.

One way to ensure a supply is to grow your own. That’s what the Prescott Foundation’s Workplace Development Program is doing through what is described as an “innovative initiative offering a hands-on, alternative pathway for individuals seeking FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.”