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bok269 · May 10th, 2008, 18:34

I've decided that the pilot lifestyle is not well suited for me. Instead, I plan on studying Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering in college and hopefully get a job in the aerospace industry once I graduate. I'm currently 16 and a junior in high school. While I don't plan on making it a full-time career, I am currently working on my PPL and plan on flying on the GA side for years to come. In addition, I am wondering if it would be worth it to get my A&P. Would it be helpful to someone who is designing airplanes for a living? Are there any colleges that offer an A&P course (other than the ERAU, Purdue, etc.)? Could I study for an A&P part time while attending school full time?

I appreciate the help.

May 10th, 2008, 18:34	#1
bok269 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 25	A&P: Worthwhile for Engineers? I've decided that the pilot lifestyle is not well suited for me. Instead, I plan on studying Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering in college and hopefully get a job in the aerospace industry once I graduate. I'm currently 16 and a junior in high school. While I don't plan on making it a full-time career, I am currently working on my PPL and plan on flying on the GA side for years to come. In addition, I am wondering if it would be worth it to get my A&P. Would it be helpful to someone who is designing airplanes for a living? Are there any colleges that offer an A&P course (other than the ERAU, Purdue, etc.)? Could I study for an A&P part time while attending school full time? I appreciate the help.