What is the normal duration a mechanic certificate with airframe and/or powerplant ratings?

What is the normal duration a mechanic certificate with airframe and/or powerplant ratings?

• A. 5 years
• B. 10 years
• C. Indefinite with annual renewal
• D. Until surrendered, suspended, or revoked

Answer: (D)

Mechanic certificates with airframe and/or powerplant ratings are lifelong credentials. They don’t have an expiration date or a required renewal for the certificate itself. The certificate remains valid until it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked by the FAA. Separate privileges, like an Inspection Authorization, have their own renewal requirements, but they don’t change the basic duration of the mechanic certificate.

Mechanic certificates with airframe and/or powerplant ratings are lifelong credentials. They don’t have an expiration date or a required renewal for the certificate itself. The certificate remains valid until it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked by the FAA. Separate privileges, like an Inspection Authorization, have their own renewal requirements, but they don’t change the basic duration of the mechanic certificate.