P A&P Mechanics in Santa Maria, California
3 FAA-certified repair stations
Santa Maria, California has 3 FAA-certified aircraft repair stations and 56 FAA-certified A&P mechanics (6 with Inspection Authorization).The nearest airport is Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Fld (SMX), 3.2 miles away. All data is sourced from the FAA Airmen Certification database.
Aircraft maintenance in Santa Maria: Santa Maria has 3 FAA-certified Part 145 repair stations authorized to perform aircraft maintenance and inspections, plus 56 FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant mechanics (6 with Inspection Authorization).The closest airport is Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Fld (SMX). Source: FAA Airmen Certification database.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find an A&P mechanic near Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Fld?
3 FAA-certified repair stations and 56 FAA-certified A&P mechanics serve the Santa Maria area, nearSanta Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Fld (SMX). 6 mechanics hold Inspection Authorization (IA) for annual inspections. All listings are sourced from the FAA Airmen Certification database.
How many A&P mechanics are in Santa Maria?
Santa Maria has 3 FAA-certified repair stations and 56 FAA-certificated A&P mechanics, 6 of whom (11%) hold Inspection Authorization. This ranks #96 among 914 California cities with registered mechanics.
Are there repair stations in Santa Maria?
Yes — Santa Maria has 3 FAA-certified repair stations, including Coastal Valley Aviation, INC, Master Air Parts INC, Nickson's MacHine.
What's the nearest airport to Santa Maria?
The most common nearby airport for mechanics in Santa Maria is Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Fld (SMX), with an average distance of 3.2 miles.
What do A&P and IA mean?
A&P stands for Airframe & Powerplant — the two FAA ratings that authorize a mechanic to work on aircraft. IA (Inspection Authorization) is an additional credential for performing annual inspections. See the full glossary for more details.
How do I choose an A&P mechanic in Santa Maria?
For major repairs and inspections, consider one of the 3 FAA-certified repair stations in the area, which must meet stricter FAA oversight requirements than individual mechanics. For annual inspections, look for mechanics with Inspection Authorization (IA) — 6 of 56 mechanics in Santa Maria hold this credential. All mechanics listed here hold current FAA certificates sourced from the Airmen Certification database.
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Santa Maria Public/Capt G. Allan Hancock Field (SMX) anchors the region with long runways once used as a WWII training base. 56 A&P mechanics are listed, 6 holding Inspection Authorization (11%), plus 3 FAA-certified repair stations.
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These listings are from FAA public records. Certificate holders may not be actively practicing or accepting clients.