What is necessary to get the FAA certificate and ratings?
The FAA states in 14CFR part 65 that to become an FAA-certificated mechanic an applicant must: • Be 18 years of age or older. • Be able to read, write, and understand English. • Graduate from an FAA-approved part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician School. (such as PCC’s AMT program) • Pass a written examination, an oral test, and a practical test for each rating. • Pass all the prescribed tests within 24 months.
