This training initiative caters to skilled aircraft maintenance technicians aspiring to advance their careers by obtaining the Airframe and/or Powerplant ratings from the FAA. Tailored for professionals with hands-on experience and intermediate to advanced skills in airframe, powerplant, or both, the course combines classroom instruction and exam prep.

To excel in this program, it is essential to:

1. Allocate sufficient study time and thoroughly review the FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbooks.

2. Utilize the resources available on the FAA website.

3. Familiarize yourself with all practical test standards.

4. Possess proficiency in operating a scientific calculator.

These preparations are key to success in the program and achieving your goals in aviation maintenance.

sUAS stands for Small Unmanned Aircraft System. It's a system that includes an unmanned aircraft and the equipment needed to operate it safely and efficiently. A sUAS typically includes a fixed or rotary-wing aircraft and a Ground Control Station (GCS). 

sUAS are known for being versatile, compact, and affordable. They are a subset of UAS, or Unmanned Aircraft Systems, and are usually less than 55 pounds (25 kilograms) in weight. 

sUAS are used for a variety of purposes, including:

Search and rescue

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) uses sUAS for search and rescue, disaster relief, and other emergency services. 

Security

The Teal 2 sUAS can travel up to 5 kilometers from its operator, allowing security forces to observe terrain beyond visual line of sight.