Mechanic (SDL) To Pilot Sponsorship

Looking for a way to finance your flight training while working to build experience as an A&P mechanic? The American Flyers Mechanic to Pilot sponsorship program might be just what you’re looking for. Selected candidates will work as an A&P mechanic while earning monthly flight training scholarships in addition to a monthly salary. 

Mechanics will earn training for the Private, Instrument, and Commercial pilot licenses, with possible extensions available to also receive certified flight instructor certificates (CFIA & CFII). Opportunities for continued employment with American Flyers as a Flight Instructor or A&P are possible upon completion of this program.

Benefits

• Complete flight training at American Flyers without the burden of educational loans or any debt
• At completion of Co-op program, you earn the opportunity to become a full-time flight instructor or mechanic for American Flyers
• Group Medical Insurance Program
• 401k with Company Contributions (after one year of full-time employment)
• Life insurance (after one year of full-time employment)

Qualifications

• Must possess A&P certificates
  
• Successful interview
• Ability to work in the United States (we do not sponsor work visas at this time)
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking the English language

Maintenance Position Responsibilities

• 50-hour, 100-hour inspections on Cessna 172, Piper100i and Piper Seminoles
• Scheduled and unscheduled daily maintenance 
• Air-worthiness directives 
• Powerplant and electrical troubleshooting
• General maintenance