Federal Register #FAA20269274

FAA Notice: Petition for Exemption for ATEC Credential Holders

This notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addresses a regulatory exemption request, not a procurement opportunity. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Petition Details: - Submitted by the Aviation Technician Education Council (ATEC) - Seeks exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations section 65.75(c) - Credential and Eligibility: - ATEC General Aviation Maintenance Credential awarded to students who: - Complete the Choose Aerospace Aviation Maintenance Curriculum - Receive an instructor endorsement - Pass a comprehensive, proctored exam - Exemption would allow credential holders to take the FAA Aviation Mechanic General written knowledge test within 12 months of credential receipt - Would permit students from organizations without FAA part 147 certification to take the test - No products or services are being procured or awarded - No OEMs, vendors, or contract value involved

Description

This notice summarizes a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The petition is submitted by the Aviation Technician Education Council (ATEC) requesting an exemption to allow ATEC members who have earned the ATEC General Aviation Maintenance Credential to take the FAA Aviation Mechanic General written knowledge test within 12 months of receiving the Credential. The exemption would permit Credential holders to present the Credential as evidence of eligibility to take the test, enabling students from organizations without FAA part 147 certification to take the test without meeting certain experience or certification requirements. Comments on the petition must be received by September 23, 2026.

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