THE PROBLEM:
Thousands of military-trained mechanics are ready to serve again — but outdated FAA rules are holding them back. Sign the petition today.
Every year, thousands of military-trained aviation mechanics complete their service — highly skilled, mission-tested, and ready to bring their talents to the civilian aviation industry.
Despite years of hands-on experience maintaining some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, veterans are forced to repeat training, pay thousands in unnecessary fees, and take redundant oral and practical exams — all to prove skills they already have.
At the same time, America is facing a critical shortage of certified aviation mechanics. Airlines are short-staffed. Safety and reliability are at risk. And our veterans — trained at taxpayer expense — are being told they need to start over.
This makes no sense.
That’s why we’re calling on the FAA, the Department of Transportation (DOT), and Congress to make common-sense reforms that will benefit veterans, strengthen our aviation workforce, and ensure the smart use of public resources.
We urge them to:
- Remove unnecessary oral and practical testing for military mechanics with verified experience.
- Allow military mechanics to test for General, Airframe, and Powerplant (A&P) certifications without delay.
- Recognize military training and records as valid qualifications — just like we do for military pilots.
- Partner with veteran-led organizations like Warriors in Need (WIN) to support a smoother transition to civilian careers.
These are not new skills that need to be learned. These are veterans who have already done the job — and done it well — under the most demanding conditions.
They’re ready to keep our country flying. We just need to let them.
Let them work. Sign this petition and demand action now.
**WIN DOES NOT RECEIVE ANY DONATIONS MADE THROUGH THIS PETITION SITE**
To learn more go to Warriors In Need (WIN) at https://warriorsinneed.org
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THE PROBLEM:
Thousands of military-trained mechanics are ready to serve again — but outdated FAA rules are holding them back. Sign the petition today.
Every year, thousands of military-trained aviation mechanics complete their service — highly skilled, mission-tested, and ready to bring their talents to the civilian aviation industry.
Despite years of hands-on experience maintaining some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, veterans are forced to repeat training, pay thousands in unnecessary fees, and take redundant oral and practical exams — all to prove skills they already have.
At the same time, America is facing a critical shortage of certified aviation mechanics. Airlines are short-staffed. Safety and reliability are at risk. And our veterans — trained at taxpayer expense — are being told they need to start over.
This makes no sense.
That’s why we’re calling on the FAA, the Department of Transportation (DOT), and Congress to make common-sense reforms that will benefit veterans, strengthen our aviation workforce, and ensure the smart use of public resources.
We urge them to:
- Remove unnecessary oral and practical testing for military mechanics with verified experience.
- Allow military mechanics to test for General, Airframe, and Powerplant (A&P) certifications without delay.
- Recognize military training and records as valid qualifications — just like we do for military pilots.
- Partner with veteran-led organizations like Warriors in Need (WIN) to support a smoother transition to civilian careers.
These are not new skills that need to be learned. These are veterans who have already done the job — and done it well — under the most demanding conditions.
They’re ready to keep our country flying. We just need to let them.
Let them work. Sign this petition and demand action now.
**WIN DOES NOT RECEIVE ANY DONATIONS MADE THROUGH THIS PETITION SITE**
To learn more go to Warriors In Need (WIN) at https://warriorsinneed.org
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This initiative benefits everybody involved. I urge you to support Jim Ingram in his relentless and very productive efforts to help veterans and at the same time to help the FAA system. It's one of those no-brainer ideas that deserves consideration and support. Thanks for listening.
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This initiative benefits everybody involved. I urge you to support Jim Ingram in his relentless and very productive efforts to help veterans and at the same time to help the FAA system. It's one of those no-brainer ideas that deserves consideration and support. Thanks for listening.