Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) Apprenticeships in New York

One path is supervised on-the-job training: log the practical experience required under 14 CFR 65.77 under a certificated mechanic, document it (FAA Form 8610-2), then pass the FAA written, oral, and practical tests (14 CFR 65.75).

Under 14 CFR 65.77, you need at least 18 months of documented practical experience for a single rating (Airframe or Powerplant), or 30 months working both at the same time, under a certificated mechanic — then you pass the FAA written, oral, and practical tests.

Sikorsky's S-92-family helicopters are assembled at Lockheed Martin's Systems Integration facility in Owego, New York, which built the 23 VH-92A presidential helicopters that serve as Marine One. Beyond that, FAA-certified maintenance shops across New York offer on-the-job training where you can log experience toward your A&P certificate under 14 CFR 65.77.

No. Some of the FAA-approved Part 147 aviation maintenance schools in New York include Aviation High School (Long Island City), Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology (Flushing), Dutchess Community College (Wappingers Falls), Hudson Valley Community College (Albany), Mohawk Valley Community College (Rome), Wilson Technological Center (Farmingdale). You don't have to attend one — the FAA also recognizes documented on-the-job training under 14 CFR 65.77 as a path to A&P eligibility.

The opportunities listed above are on-the-job training roles offered by maintenance shops; pay and terms are set by each shop and shown on the individual listing.