https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org...echanicsQA.pdf
14. Q. I have 10 years of experience as an Armed Forces jet aircraft mechanic. Why do I have to
demonstrate knowledge and skill in such areas as woodwork, welding, dope and fabric, weight and
balance, etc., for a civil mechanic certificate?
A. Mechanic certificate privileges allow mechanics to perform maintenance in a large number of areas.
The holder of a mechanic certificate is relatively unrestricted as to working on any particular type of
aircraft or to specialized maintenance functions. Therefore, the FAA must ensure that an applicant
is competent to perform in the broad work areas in which he is privileged to function.
Have fun getting woodwork, welding, dope and fabric experience!
