Have you always loved airplanes? Have you always wanted to really see what's inside them and work with them every day? You should look into getting your college training in aircraft maintenance, maybe even a college degree. Those who do aircraft maintenance are often called aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics or aircraft service technicians. Those involved in aircraft maintenance make sure that aircraft are maintained and repaired properly so they can fly high and safe. Aircraft service technicians are responsible to inspect aircraft engines, landing gear, and all other parts required for safe flying. They also do preventive maintenance and keep records on all maintenance that is performed.
Most aircraft service technicians get their education through an Aviation Maintenance Technician school certified by the FAA. There are about 170 of these schools throughout the United States. THE FAA requires by law that these schools necessitate students to have at least 1900 class hours. These training programs generally last anywhere from 12 months to 24 months. Some schools actually award associate's degrees (2 years of study) and bachelor's degrees (4 years of study) in avionics, aviation technology, or aviation maintenance management.
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