Mechanic (ADS) To Pilot Sponsorship
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Posted: January 30, 2026
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Quick Summary
To pilot sponsorship, you must be a certified mechanic with a valid pilot's license and be willing to finance your flight training while working to build experience as an A&P mechanic.
Required Skills
Job Description
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