What does A and P stand for in aircraft?

A&P stands for airframe and Power Plant, meaning that A&P mechanics are licensed to work on and maintain the external (airframe) and engine (Power Plant) parts of an aircraft.

Can an A&P work on their own plane?

Anyone can work on their own aircraft under the supervision of a certified mechanic. You doing your own work does not automatically make it airworthy, but without a mechanic’s license you cannot return the aircraft to service.

What are airframes made of?

airframe, basic structure of an airplane or spacecraft excluding its power plant and instrumentation; its principal components thus include the wings, fuselage, tail assembly, and landing gear.

Can an A&P work on helicopters?

Helicopter or airplane maintenance: When you decide to become an A&P Mechanic, you have two choices. You can choose to work mainly with airplanes or with helicopters, although many A&P Mechanics work on both.

How long is an A&P license good for?

[1] Another perk: working on airplanes. Name something cooler! We’ll wait. Your A&P license will never expire, and is required to work on, maintain, and repair aircraft!

How can I get my A&P license fast?

Attending a part 147 aviation maintenance school is the fastest way to get the A&P license, which is the certification mechanics need to legally maintain aircraft in the United States. Generally, this 1900 hours of training takes about 2 years depending on the school.

Can pilots change their own oil?

It is not legal to change the oil in your friends C-150-you must be the owner (or part owner). The quality of the work must be up to same standards as would be accomplished by a certificated mechanic- i.e. FAA approved standards using FAA/PMA approved materials.

What is the most efficient wing design?

Elliptical Wing The elliptical wing is aerodynamically most efficient because elliptical spanwise lift distribution induces the lowest possible drag.

Is airframe a movie?

Airframe remains one of Crichton’s few novels not adapted to film.

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What is the difference between a mechanic and repairman certificate?

The FAA certificates two separate categories of maintenance technicians: mechanic and repairman. The fundamental difference between these two is that the mechanic certificate is transportable, is issued to the technician based upon his or her training and knowledge, and is not dependent on the technician’s location.