Frequently asked questions

The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) is the national aviation authority of the United States. It issues airmen certificates — including the mechanic (A&P) certificate — and sets the standards that govern aircraft maintenance.

A&P stands for Airframe & Powerplant — the FAA mechanic certificate that authorizes you to maintain, repair, and approve aircraft and engines for return to service in the United States.

You first meet the FAA's eligibility requirements (through documented work experience or an FAA-approved school), then pass three written knowledge tests — General, Airframe, and Powerplant — and finally an oral & practical exam with a Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME).

The terms are used interchangeably in everyday conversation. "Aviation Mechanic" reflects the FAA certificate title, while "Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT)" is the broader industry job title for the same skilled professional.

Three: General, Airframe, and Powerplant. Each is a multiple-choice knowledge test you take at an FAA-approved testing center.

A score of 70% or higher is required to pass each written test. You'll receive an Airman Knowledge Test Report showing your result and the subject areas to review.

Yes. You must pass the relevant written tests before you sit the oral & practical exam with a DME. Keep your test reports — they're valid for a set period, so plan your DME accordingly.

It's the hands-on portion of certification. A Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME) asks you questions (the oral) and has you perform real maintenance tasks (the practical) to confirm you can do the work correctly and safely.

A Designated Mechanic Examiner is an experienced mechanic authorized by the FAA to administer the oral & practical exam and recommend candidates for certification.

We focus your brush-up on exactly what the DME will ask and watch for — drilling the key projects and questions one-on-one so you walk in calm, fast, and ready. Many students join the week before their test date.

Most students join for a focused brush-up the week before their DME test date. Email us with your timeline and we'll find a slot that works.

We're in the Space Coast, Florida area. Prep is in person and hands-on, in small groups.

Just email aandptestprep@gmail.com with your test date and the areas you want to cover — we'll take it from there.

Yes. If your address is outside the USA, you may need a U.S. Agent under 14 CFR Part 3. We offer a U.S. Agent Service for students and other individuals.