• Responsive image

    Register Now:

    SCHEDULE A VIRTUAL MEETING»
    Virtual Oral Refresher Course $419
    Online Oral Prep

    Subjects: Virtual Oral Refresher Course are scheduled at 8:00 pm Dallas, Texas central time zone.

    • General (AMG): Every Monday
    • Airframe (AMA): Every Tuesday
    • Powerplant (AMP): Every Wednesday

    Registration Info: Yurge Trujillo
    Phone: +1 682-278-8515
    WhatsApp Chat
    email: info@etapro.aero
    Register Now $419
    Practical Shop/Oral Refresher Course $699
    Training Center
    ETAPro A&P Shop Center
    Dallas Executive Airport
    Address: 5303 Apollo Dr,
    Dallas, TX 75237

    Oral & Practical Preparation Payment Plan $116.50/month for 6 months SUBSCRIBE

    Become an Aviation Mechanic
    Practical ONLY $ 459 Oral / Practical $ 699
    Knowledge Test Preparation $99
    Knowledge Test Preparation
    Knowledge Test Preparation Center
    Jet Test
    Address: 2300 Valley View Ln
    Irving, TX 75062 USA

    Suite #250

    Phone: +1 817-435-4363
    Office Hours:
    8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
    Monday - Friday
    Airman Testing Community Advisory
    Register Now $99
    • Schedule Practical Shop Refresher Course 2023
      USA Students Scheduled
      • January, 14
      • February, 11
      • March, 11
      • April, 08
      • May, 13
      • June, 10
      • July, 08
      • August, 12
      • September, 09
      • October, 14
      • November, 11
      • December, 09

      The Second Saturday of every month.

      Schedule »
      International Students Scheduled
      • January, 28
      • February, 25
      • March, 25
      • April, 22
      • April, 29
      • May, 27
      • June, 24
      • July, 22
      • August, 26
      • September, 30
      • October, 28
      • November, 18
      • December, 16

      The last Saturday of every month.

      Schedule »
    • Examiner
      • A&P Dual Rating US $900
      • Single Rating - General & Airframe or General & Powerpalnt US $600
      • Add on Rating - Airframe or Powerplant US $400

      Schedule Exam»

      Designated Mechanic Examiners (DME)

      McCoy Aeronautical Services administers the FAA Airframe & Powerplant Oral & Practical Examinations in Dallas , Texas at Dallas Executive Airport.

      As a North Texas FSDO FAASTeam Lead for the North Texas FSDO he believes in the FAASTeam Mission Statement –

      “Lower the Nation’s aviation accident rate by conveying safety principles and practices through training, outreach, and education; while establishing partnerships and encouraging the continual growth of a positive safety culture within the aviation community.”

      Jeffrey McCoy
      Phone: +1 817-454-1673
      Whatsapp Chat
      email: dme@mccoy.aero
      www.mccoy.aero
      Dallas Executive Airport
      Address: 5303 Apollo Dr,
      Dallas, TX 75237
      Hangar 9

    • FAA A&P Certificated 2023

Available courses

Aviation Mechanic Knowledge Test Prep Guide

Enrolment on payment

Aviation Mechanic Knowledge Test Prep Guide

Use this Test Guide to prepare for your Knowledge Test exam:
Read the question, select your choice for the correct answer, and then read the explanation. Use the references that accompany the correct answer at the bottom of each page to identify additional resources for further study. Upon completion of your studies, take practice tests on your ASA app install on on your phone or tablet.

Follow the list in order for each section of General | Airframe | Powerplant in the study mode.

Total Bank Questions: 3,012:

General: 665 Exam: 60

Airframe: 1,070 Exam:100

Powerplant: 1,017 Exam: 100

General Oral Questions

Aviation Mechanic General Oral

To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge and demonstrates skill to perform the following oral elements of this subjects.

Section I- Aviation Mechanic General

A. Basic Electricity
B. Aircraft Drawings
C. Weight and Balance
D. Fluid Lines and Fittings
E. Materials and Processes
F. Ground Operation and Servicing
G. Cleaning and Corrosion Control
H. Mathematics
I. Maintenance Forms and Records
J. Physics for Aviation
K. Maintenance Publications
L. Aviation Mechanic Privileges and Limitations

Airframe Oral Questions

Aviation Mechanic Airframe Oral


Section II—Airframe Structures

A. Wood Structures
B. Aircraft Covering
C. Aircraft Finishes
D. Sheet Metal and Non-Metallic Structures
E. Welding
F. Assembly and Rigging
G. Airframe Inspection

Section III—Airframe Systems and Components

K. Aircraft Landing Gear Systems
L. Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power Systems
M. Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems
N. Aircraft Instrument Systems
O. Communication and Navigation Systems
P. Aircraft Fuel Systems
Q. Aircraft Electrical Systems
R. Position and Warning Systems
S. Ice and Rain Control Systems
T. Fire Protection Systems

Powerplant Oral Questions

Aviation Mechanic Powerplant Oral

To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge and demonstrates skill to perform the following elements of this subjects.

Section IV- Powerplant Theory and Maintenance

A. Reciprocating Engines
B. Turbine Engines
C. Engine Inspection

Section V- Powerplant Systems and Components

H. Engine Instrument Systems
I. Engine Fire Protection Systems
J. Engine Electrical Systems
K. Lubrication Systems
L. Ignition and Starting Systems
M. Fuel Metering Systems
N. Engine Fuel Systems
O. Induction and Engine Airflow Systems
P. Engine Cooling Systems
Q. Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems
R. Propellers

General Practical

General Practical

To do well on the practical projects exam, you need incorporate your past experience and skills as much as possible. Insure that you become familiar with FAA publications in order to identify the projects listed below.

There are 12 Sections in this General Study Guide. You must pass all 9 projects during your exam with the DME.


Section I- Aviation Mechanic General
A. Basic Electricity
B. Aircraft Drawings
C. Weight and Balance
D. Fluid Lines and Fittings
E. Materials and Processes
F. Ground Operation and Servicing
G. Cleaning and Corrosion Control
H. Mathematics
I. Maintenance Forms and Records
J. Physics for Aviation
K. Maintenance Publications
L. Mechanic Privileges and Limitations

This study guide list some sample practical projects that are similar to the ones that you will encounter during your exam. The same references may also be used to provide information pertaining to the practical projects. It would be impossible to provide a study guide that would cover all possible questions and projects that might be ask during the exam. However, this study guide does cover all of the subject areas for each section and should prove to be a valuable study aid in preparing for the exam.

Remember, it is not the purpose of the exam to test you on everthing that there is to know about the subject area but to test you on the basic information contained in that subject area.

If you can answer the following sample questions, complete the practical projects and know how they relate to other questions, answers and projects in the the subject area, you should be ready to complete the exam.

Preparing for the FAA Mechanics Practical Exam

To prepare for the FAA Mechanics practical exam as per the ACS Aircraft Maintenance, it is recommended to follow the following steps:

  1. Review the Study Guide: The study guide provides information on the subject areas that will be covered in the exam and includes sample practical projects and questions.
  2. Familiarize yourself with the references: The references mentioned in the study guide can be used to provide information on the practical projects. Make sure you understand how to use these references effectively.
  3. Practice the sample questions and projects: The sample questions and practical projects listed in the study guide are similar to the ones that you will encounter during the exam. Practice these to get an understanding of the type of questions and projects that may be asked.
  4. Understand the basic information: It is important to understand the basic information contained in each subject area, as this is what the exam is designed to test.
  5. Relate questions and projects: Try to relate the questions and practical projects to each other to get a better understanding of the subject area as a whole.
  6. Don't focus on testing everything: The exam is not designed to test you on everything you know about the subject area, but on the basic information.
  7. Stay relaxed and focused: On the day of the exam, it's important to stay relaxed and focused. Go through your study material one last time before the exam and make sure you understand the basic information.

By following these steps, you will be well prepared for the FAA Mechanics practical exam and increase your chances of success.

Airframe Practical

Airframe Practical

To do well on the practical projects exam, you need incorporate your past experience and skills as much as possible. Insure that you become familiar with FAA publications in order to identify the projects listed below.

There are 17 Sections in this Airframe Study Guide. You must pass all 7 projects during your exam with the DME.
Section II—Airframe Structures 3 Projects

A. Wood Structures
B. Aircraft Covering
C. Aircraft Finishes
D. Sheet Metal and Non-Metallic Structures
E. Welding
F. Assembly and Rigging
G. Airframe Inspection

Section III—Airframe Systems and Components 4 Projects

K. Aircraft Landing Gear Systems
L. Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power Systems
M. Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems
N. Aircraft Instrument Systems
O. Communication and Navigation Systems
P. Aircraft Fuel Systems
Q. Aircraft Electrical Systems
R. Position and Warning Systems
S. Ice and Rain Control Systems
T. Fire Protection Systems

This study guide list some sample practical projects that are similar to the ones that you will encounter during your exam. The same references may also be used to provide information pertaining to the practical projects. It would be impossible to provide a study guide that would cover all possible questions and projects that might be ask during the exam. However, this study guide does cover all of the subject areas for each section and should prove to be a valuable study aid in preparing for the exam.

Remember, it is not the purpose of the exam to test you on everything that there is to know about the subject area but to test you on the basic information contained in that subject area.

If you can answer the following sample questions, complete the practical projects and know how they relate to other questions, answers and projects in the the subject area, you should be ready to complete the exam.

Powerplant Practical

Powerplant Practical

To do well on the practical projects exam, you need incorporate your past experience and skills as much as possible. Insure that you become familiar with FAA publications in order to identify the projects listed below.

There are 15 Sections in this Powerplant Study Guide. You must pass all 9 projects during your exam with the DME.


Section IV—Powerplant Theory and Maintenance 3 Projects

A. Reciprocating Engines
B. Turbine Engines
C. Engine Inspection

Section V—Powerplant Systems and Components 6 Projects

H. Engine Instrument Systems
I. Engine Fire Protection Systems
J. Engine Electrical Systems
K. Lubrication Systems
L. Ignition and Starting Systems
M. Fuel Metering Systems
N. Engine Fuel Systems
O. Induction and Engine Airflow Systems
P. Engine Cooling Systems
Q. Engine Exhaust and Reverser Systems
R. Propellers

This study guide list some sample practical projects that are similar to the ones that you will encounter during your exam. The same references may also be used to provide information pertaining to the practical projects. It would be impossible to provide a study guide that would cover all possible questions and projects that might be ask during the exam. However, this study guide does cover all of the subject areas for each section and should prove to be a valuable study aid in preparing for the exam.

Remember, it is not the purpose of the exam to test you on everything that there is to know about the subject area but to test you on the basic information contained in that subject area.

If you can answer the following sample questions, complete the practical projects and know how they relate to other questions, answers and projects in the the subject area, you should be ready to complete the exam.

Aircraft Handbooks & Manuals

FAA Handbooks Textbooks
AMG Texbook
AMA Texbook vI
AMA Textbook vII
AMP Texbook vI
AMP Texbook vII
AC 43.13
AMT Test Supplement
FAA-H-8083-1B Aircraft Weight and Balance Handbook
Companion Guide to the Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Airman Certification Standards
Plane Sense General Aviation Information