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AIRCRAFT MECHANIC
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AIRCRAFT MECHANICS AND SERVICE TECHNICIANS SOC Code 49-3011 Entry Salary $24.38/hr Average Salary $32.19/hr Job Description Aircraft Mechanics repair or rebuild aircraft, engines or airframe components for compensation. Requirements 1. Must be at least 18 years old. 2. Pass course work at an approved school or have at least 18 months of practical experience. 3. Read, speak, and write English. 4. Pass three exams: written, oral, and practical. Continuing Education There are no continuing education requirements for aircraft mechanics. Restrictions If convicted of a felony, must wait at least one year to apply for license as an Aircraft Mechanic. School Located in Wyoming There are no schools located in Wyoming to receive the necessary training. License The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) administers the airframe and power plant (engines) license. Examination The examination is given upon completion of either approved training from a school or after 18 months of practical experience is completed. For more information, contact the FAA. Fees Contact PSI Exams for the current cost of exams: https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login Licensing Agency For licensing information, contact: Federal Aviation Administration Flight Standards District Office 8627 Delta Drive Casper, WY 82604 Phone: (800) 325-5785 http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/ (general website) http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/field_offices/fsdo/cas/ (local office) Additional Sources of Information Brian Olsen, Administrator Aeronautics Division Wyoming Department of Transportation 200 E. 8th Ave. Cheyenne, WY 82001 Phone: (307) 777-3953 http://dot.state.wy.us/home/aeronautics.html Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association 7853 E Arapahoe Court, Ste 1100 Centennial, CO 80112 Aurora, CO 80014 Phone: (303) 752-2632 http://www.amfanational.org/ Professional Aviation Maintenance Association PO Box 163 Jenks OK 74037 Phone: (866) 699-7262 http://pama.org Occupational Outlook Handbook: Aircraft and Avionics Equipment Mechanics and Technicians" http://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionics-equipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm Last Updated June 2023"
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FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
8627 DELTA DRIVE
CASPER, WY 82604
(800) 325 5785
http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification
Active Status
Active
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Criminal Record
No criminal record prohibitions
Education
No educational requirements
Exam
State exam required
License Updated
06/22/2023
Physical Requirements
No physical requirements
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