Aviation Maintenance Technician: General

This handbook covers the first section of the FAA's required curriculum and gives an introduction to aviation along with basic lessons on mathematics, physics, and electricity. Containing up-to-date information that meets 14 CFR Part 147 requirements and Subject Matter Knowledge Codes from the FAA mechanics knowledge tests, this comprehensive book also covers specific aviation concerns such as mechanic privileges, forms, and aircraft hardware and tools. This revised edition comes complete with full-color illustrations, an extensive glossary, and additional career information, and is ideal for at-home, classroom, or university-level training.

Dale Crane is an airframe and powerplant mechanic, designated mechanic examiner, commercial pilot, and flight instructor. He is the recipient of the FAA's Charles Taylor "Master Mechanic" Award for his 50 years of service to the aviation maintenance industry. He lives in Basin, Wyoming.