How Long Is Your A&P Certification Valid and How to Maintain It?
Learn how long an A&P certification lasts and the requirements to keep it valid, including active work and refresher courses.
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An A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) certification remains valid indefinitely, but a mechanic must stay active in the field. To maintain it, work for at least 6 months within the previous 24 months in an aircraft maintenance role or related task. Otherwise, refresher courses or a re-examination by the FAA might be required to stay current.
FAQs & Answers
- How long is an A&P certification valid? An A&P certification remains valid indefinitely as long as the mechanic remains active in the field.
- What are the activity requirements to maintain an A&P certificate? To maintain your A&P certificate, you must have worked for at least 6 months in the past 24 months performing aircraft maintenance or related tasks.
- What happens if I don't meet the recency requirement for my A&P certification? If you do not meet the activity requirement, you may need to take refresher courses or pass a re-examination by the FAA to stay current.
- Does the FAA require periodic renewal of A&P certifications? No, the FAA does not require periodic renewal, but it requires mechanics to maintain recency through active work or additional training.