What Is FAA Form 8610-2? Now for the fun part!  We know that you have a passion for paperwork, that’s what got you into aircraft engineering in the first place, right?  Well fortunately for you, the process of becoming an A&P mechanic is full of exciting adventures in the world of forms and legal jargon. We’ll take it step-by-step, and begin with breaking down FAA Form 8610-2. This form is a must. Without it, you can never hope to realise your dreams of being an aircraft maintenance technician. It sounds intimidating, but once we explain it to you, you’ll be able to fill it out i ..read more

When doing your oral and practical examinations you are probably wondering, who is going to do the exam?  The school will not provide your assessor or do the exam themselves in-house.   Instead, you will be given free choice to choose any examiner in any State in the US, they just have to be approved by the FAA. Many of them will have spent many years previously as an A&P, so you can be rest assured they possess all the correct knowledge needed to assess you, and have thorough understanding of the trade.  These assessors are known officially as DME’s (Designated mechani ..read more

Are you considering a career as an A&P Mechanic?   Being an aircraft maintenance technician is extremely rewarding, both because of the work itself and the benefits you’ll receive. The salary expectations are high and the job satisfaction is to match. With job prospects all around the world and amazing opportunities full of benefits for you and your family, it is most certainly a career choice you will not regret.  A&P mechanics work under great pressure on a daily basis, which include those of environmental and technical natures. It is one thing to learn aviation theory ..read more

Demand for A&P mechanics.   According to Boeing’s pilot and technician outlook report, “Long-term demand for newly qualified aviation personnel is incredibly high, as 626,000 new maintenance technicians are needed to maintain the global commercial fleet over the next 20 years.” This is an incredibly high number both for reasons like retirement age and airline expansion, and certainly opens doors for current A&P mechanics and aspiring A&P mechanics world-wide!  Demand for A&P mechanics  International travel is growing daily and  ..read more

Eligibility requirements   Use this check list to determine your eligibility to undertake an A&P license.  We cannot stress enough there is no way around this.  We have witnessed many students waste their money on programs thinking this will allow them to take their exams. you must meet these requirements before purchasing anything or considering taking your A&P.    If you are a US Citizen.  You must be;  at least 18 years old and fluent in the English language.  You must have 18 months of practical experience with either power plants or ..read more

Is it hard to achieve a career as an aircraft mechanic?  For those of you considering a career as an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) mechanic, one of the biggest questions we know you’ll have is how easy will it be to land a job.  I’m sure you hear and know of many individuals that go through endless hours of study whether at university or college, only find themselves with all the gear and no idea.  You got every qualification under your belt, yet careers in the big wide world seem both limited, or full of unrealistic expect ..read more

Booking your written exams  A common question with answers that are very uncommon, is how do I actually book my written exams?  There are endless articles out there telling you to sit your airframe, general, and powerplant written tests and how and what to revise, but no-one telling you how or where this can be done.  What’s the use in studying for an exam you’re not even sure how to take!    At Aero-mech zone we understand for a lot of international students in particular this is  ..read more

FAA Tracking number (FTN) Any FAA Airman knowledge test booked after 13 January 2020 requires the participant to hold an FTN number. The FTN is a number assigned to you by the FAA and stays with you throughout the course of your aviation career. Before booking any Exams through PSI for your Airframe and powerplant (A&P) written exams, you must hold an FTN number. Your FTN is assigned to you by the FAA after you complete your registration in IACRA or will already exist if you have a previous airman certificate. Please record your FTN as it will be required later by your instructor and/or ce ..read more

How much do aircraft mechanics make per year?  When considering a career in aviation, or anything else for that matter, the first question that comes to mind is usually how much do I get paid! As you are exchanging your services for money and working incredibly hard to obits important to know as much as you can about the profession before making an important career choice.  Below we will discuss the earning potentials for entry-level A&P mechanics as well as those that have been in the field for some time  Average A&P Mechanic Salary  According to salary.com, commer ..read more

If you are considering becoming an aircraft mechanic you may be wondering what route you will need to take and what certifications you need.  With so much information out there and routes into the industry you may find yourself burnt out just figuring out a way into the industry!   To put it simply, the only qualification you should be dedicating yourself to is an Airframe and powerplant license.  An Airframe and powerplant license (or A&P) are the two FAA certifications you need to become an aviation mechanic and allows you to perform maintenance, repairs, and tests on ..read more