A&P License (Airframe and Powerplant License)

An A&P License, or Airframe and Powerplant License, is a professional certification for aircraft maintenance technicians. It authorizes them to inspect, repair, and maintain aircraft components, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation standards. The license is issued by the FAA after rigorous training, testing, and experience, validating a technician’s expertise in working on the aircraft’s structure (airframe) and engine systems (powerplant). Holding an A&P license is essential for working on commercial, private, or military aircraft, helping to maintain the safety and reliability of aviation operations.