Thousands of Aircraft Mechanics Improperly Licensed

FAA admits as many as 1,300 repair certificates may have been issued by a questionable licensing operation.

April 24, 2009

A News 8 investigation has found that thousands of FAA-certified aircraft mechanics nationwide, including hundreds in Texas, have been improperly licensed since 1993.

The mechanics include those who work in the airline industry for aircraft manufacturers and for privately-owned aircraft maintenance facilities known as "repair stations." Many of them fix planes Texans fly on.

"Every time a problem comes to light it seems to be cyclical," said Gabe Bruno, a former FAA manager.

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To view a letter on the matter from Elliott "Skip" Davis Sr., President/CEO of Aviation Courses Ltd. click here.