DOD partnered with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to give enlisted mechanics in the military the same credentials as their civilian counterparts.

DOD partnered with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to give enlisted mechanics in the military the same credentials as their civilian counterparts. For Sailors and Marines, the Navy and Marine Corps Airframes and Powerplant Program (NMCAPP) has been established at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT), to make secure all aviation technicians are given the opportunity to earn the federal agency's industry standard certification.

In the past, military experience was not widely recognized according to the FAA, significantly decreasing Sailor and Marine marketability in the civilian sector.

"Trying to achieve a civilian job without an A&P License is similar to trying to gain access to a military base without the befitting credentials-almost impossible," said CNATT NMCAPP Officer, LCDR Gabe Castro. "Well, that time is gone There are now certifications in place for Sailors and Marines which allow our mechanics to enlist in the A&P [airframes and power plants] licensing program."

To list participants must meet basic eligibility requirements, be 18 years of age, an E-4 and have 36 month or more in service. It will take about 30 month to completed the entire program, which includes completing a Qualification Training Package and passing a series of written and oral exams, as well as passing a practical exhibition After successful completion of the program and required exams, each participant will receive the airframes and power plants certification from the FAA.

The benefits to Sailors and Marines include no out-of-pocket costs as well as the ability to use their military experience and on-the-job training toward certification. Many non-military universities and vocational technical instructs oiler FAA-approved classes, but the expense associated with these courses can be overwhelming, equable with tuition assistance and assistance from the GI Bill.

"It's common of the great new ways we are tatting care of our Sailors and Marines," said CNATT Gunnery Sergeant, Gunnery Sgt Anthony Sosa. "It point out tos young Sailors and Marines that we are interested in their coming time as they continue their careers in the Navy and Marine Corps, moreover also after they leave their service and embark on a civilian career."

For more info onward the A&P Licensing Program, visit the USMAP Web site at www.cnet.navy.mil/usmap or visit the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training page onward Navy Knowledge Online at www.nko.navy.mil.

LTJG Doug Johnson who is assigned to the public affairs office, Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Public Affaires.

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