Getting your A&P just might be more accessible than you think. [Credit: Abbye Garcia/Rock Valley College]
Key Takeaways:
The Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate offers significant advantages, including deeper aircraft system understanding for pilots, cost savings for owners, and numerous career opportunities in a high-demand aviation maintenance sector.
Obtaining an A&P requires passing knowledge and practical tests (oral and practical) in General, Airframe, and Powerplant categories after fulfilling specific experience requirements.
Experience for the A&P can be gained either through structured FAA Part 147-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools (typically two years) or via documented on-the-job training (OJT) through civilian employment or military service.
The cost of A&P education can be mitigated through various avenues, including more affordable community college programs, veteran benefits, and a wide array of scholarships available from national organizations, colleges, and local aviation groups.
Have you ever thought about getting your Airframe & Powerplant certificate?
Maybe you want to learn more about aircraft systems to become a better pilot. Perhaps you would like to save money doing maintenance on your own aircraft. Or maybe you’re looking for a career change or retirement job.
CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT
Sign up to keep reading
Create a free account to continue. Already a member? Sign in below.
![Getting your A&P just might be more accessible than you think. [Credit: Abbye Garcia/Rock Valley College]](https://www.flyingmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/1-What-Does-It-Take-to-Become-an-AP-1-1200x801-1.jpg)
