A&P General Written Test Prep

In development

Preparation for the FAA Aviation Mechanic General knowledge test, with practice questions explained the way a hangar instructor would explain them.

Course outline

Draft outline. Our lead instructor is still shaping this course, so modules may change before it opens.

Module 1. Fundamentals of electricity and electronics
- Ohm's law and power
- Series and parallel circuits
- Batteries
Module 2. Aircraft drawings
- Lines and symbols
- Reading blueprints and schematics
Module 3. Weight and balance
- Arms, moments, and datum
- Finding the center of gravity
Module 4. Fluid lines and fittings
- Rigid and flexible lines
- Fittings and identification
Module 5. Materials and processes
- Aluminum alloys
- Hardware
- Safety wire and cotter pins
Module 6. Ground operations and servicing
- Towing and tie-down
- Fueling safety
Module 7. Cleaning and corrosion control
- Types of corrosion
- Prevention and treatment
Module 8. Mathematics and physics
- Unit conversions
- Pressure, temperature, and volume
Module 9. Regulations, maintenance forms, records, and publications
- 14 CFR Parts 39, 43, 65, and 91
- Maintenance record entries
- FAA Form 337
- Advisory circulars
Module 10. Inspection concepts and human factors
- Inspection types
- Maintenance error and its causes