How to Become an A&P (Airplane Mechanic)

If you are wondering how to become an aircraft mechanic and earn your A&P license, you are in the right place! Whether you are a student pilot looking to save money or pursuing a full-time career, we break down exactly what it takes to get your FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificates. In this Fly8MA lesson, we sit down with military veteran and A&P mechanic Brian Baker to discuss the three primary pathways to earning your aviation maintenance license: military experience, Part 147 aviation maintenance schools, and On-the-Job Training (OJT). We explain the cost differences, timeline expectations (ranging from 18 to 30 months), and the step-by-step process of getting your FAA 8610-2 tickets signed off by the local FSDO. You will also learn about the required written exams, the Oral and Practical (O&P) test, the benefits of specialized prep courses, and real-world salary expectations for aviation maintenance technicians. 01:45 Part 147 maintenance schools & community college benefits 03:45 On-the-job training (OJT) & apprenticeship requirements 09:48 Using military experience & the GI bill for A&P training 11:50 Logging owner-assisted annuals & experimental aircraft builds 15:10 Submitting your training logs to the FAA FSDO 17:05 FAA written exams, practical tests, & prep courses 25:00 Career opportunities, liability, & A&P mechanic salaries Ready to take the next step in your aviation journey? Build your confidence as Pilot in Command and enroll in one of our expert-led online ground schools today: 🎓 Private Pilot Course Start your journey and master the fundamentals of flying: https://privatecourse.fly8ma.com/priv... 🧑‍✈️ CFI Courses (Certified Flight Instructor) Perfect for current and future instructors looking to teach with confidence: https://privatecourse.fly8ma.com/cfi-... 🛫 IFR Courses (Instrument Flight Rules) Learn to fly safely and confidently in the clouds: https://privatecourse.fly8ma.com/ifr-... 🚀 Commercial Pilot Course (CPL) Advance your career and fly at a professional level: https://privatecourse.fly8ma.com/cpl-... #AircraftMechanic #APLicense #AviationMaintenance #FlightTraining #Fly8MA #AviationCareer #StudentPilot #AircraftMaintenance #FAA #LearnToFly