FAA Aviation Mechanic DME Practical Tests
Schedule your A&P General, Airframe, or Powerplant practical with an FAA-Designated Mechanic Examiner.
A&P Practical Tests Administered On-Site
We hold an FAA Designated Mechanic Examiner (DME) appointment and administer the oral and practical portions of the FAA Aviation Mechanic certification at our Bulverde, Texas facility. Whether you graduated from a Part 147 school or qualified through documented experience, we'll get you scheduled and ready to test.
Test Sections We Administer
General (G)
Required of every applicant — covers basic mechanic knowledge, regulations, math, physics, and tools.
Airframe (A)
Sheet metal, fabric, composites, hydraulics, fuel, electrical, instruments, and assembly/rigging.
Powerplant (P)
Reciprocating and turbine engines, propellers, fuel metering, ignition, and engine systems.
What to Bring on Test Day
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- FAA Form 8610-2 properly endorsed
- Computer (Knowledge) Test Reports for the section(s) you'll test
- Hand tools, calculator, and reference materials as appropriate
- Examiner fee (call for current rate)
Examiner Fee Schedule
Fees are set by the examiner and payable on test day. Initial-test rates vary based on aircraft and prep — call for a current quote. Retest fees are fixed.
| Test / Section | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Oral & Practical (initial) | Call for current rate |
| Airframe Oral & Practical (initial) | Call for current rate |
| Powerplant Oral & Practical (initial) | Call for current rate |
| General — Oral Retest | $100 |
| Airframe — Oral or Practical Retest | $150 |
| Powerplant — Oral or Practical Retest | $150 |
| Re-test of complete section after failure | Full initial fee |
All fees subject to change. Cash, check, and major cards accepted.
Schedule Your A&P Practical Test
Call to confirm dates, fees, and pre-test paperwork.