Certification: Aviation Powerplant Mechanic

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Mechanic (Powerplant) is a mid-level certification. Powerplant mechanics are authorized to work on engines and do limited work on propellers. Mechanics work in hangars, repair stations, or out on the airfield on the 'flight lines' where aircraft park. Applicants must meet FAA's training and experience requirements. Applicants must pass written and practical exams.

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 2 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
No
Renew through Re-Examination?
Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

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Specialty

The certification corresponds to a specialty within a recognized occupation. For example, Oncology Nurse and Pediatric Nurse are specialties within the nursing field, so Certified Oncology Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse would be classified as specialty certifications.

  • This certification is related to military occupational specialties.