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Aeronautics (Aviation Maintenance Technology)  Frequently Asked Questions (and the Answers) Q. Who can enroll in the Chaffey College Aeronautics program? A. Anyone eligible to enroll at Chaffey College can take the program. No prior mechanical experience is necessary. The program is excellent for those who are seeking a career in aviation maintenance, a foundation for higher education in aircraft maintenance or engineering, homebuilders, pilots, and aircraft owners. Q. What can I do with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate? A. As a certificated mechanic, you are authorized to maintain and repair all civilian fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. This includes helicopters, small general aviation aircraft, large commercial transport aircraft and those in between. Q. Do I have to obtain my FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificates if I enroll in the program? A. No, you do not. Although it is recommended that you do obtain the FAA certificates, it is not a requirement for enrollment in the program. An FAA mechanic certificate is required to perform maintenance and repairs on civilian aircraft. There are however, exceptions to this, such as working for an FAA certificated repair station, working for an aircraft manufacturer, or building an experimental aircraft (homebuilt). Q. Does Chaffey College offer a certificate for completion of this program? A. Yes. Chaffey College offers individual school certificates for completion of the airframe section and the powerplant section. Contact a counselor for specific information. Q. How long does the program take to complete? A. The program takes approximately 2 years to complete when attending full time. Full time is Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, or Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Q. Can I enroll in the program part time? A. Yes, you can. However, it will take longer than two years to complete the program. The lecture and lab courses are offered separately so students can enroll as needed to fit their schedule. The prerequisite courses must still be completed before advancing. Q. Are the courses offered at night? A. Currently, Chaffey College does not offer Aeronautics and night. This is however under consideration. Q. Are any Aeronautics courses offered during the summer? A. An open aeronautics lab is usually offered during the summer. Please check the school schedule for specific information. Q. What are the requirements for obtaining the FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificates? A. There are two ways to obtain an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate: meet the minimum FAA work experience requirements (see the FAA website or contact your local FAA office for details); OR, attend an FAA approved school. In an FAA approved school, students must complete a specific number of hours in the General, Airframe, and Powerplant subject areas, as required by the FAA. In addition, there are required lecture topics and lab projects which must be completed. The required lecture topics and lab projects can normally be completed within the prescribed FAA hour requirements. Q. Will I get any credit toward my Airframe and Powerplant for any related education which is already completed? A. The FAA requires completion of a specific number of hours and subjects, which must be carefully documented. This will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the instructors. Q. Can I transfer to Chaffey College from another aviation maintenance school? A. Yes. All hours and courses taken at any FAA part 147 approved aviation maintenance school can be transferred to the Chaffey College Aeronautics program. An official copy of transcripts and records of hours from the previous school will be required for an evaluation. |
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