14 CFR § 65.79 - Skill requirements.

Each applicant for a mechanic certificate or rating must pass an oral test and a practical test, as appropriate to the rating sought, by demonstrating:

(a) Until July 31, 2023, the prescribed proficiency in the assigned objectives for the subject areas contained in the Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Practical Test Standard (incorporated by reference, see § 65.23), as appropriate to the rating sought.

(b) After July 31, 2023, satisfactory understanding of the knowledge, risk management, and skill elements for each subject contained in the Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Airmen Certification Standards (incorporated by reference, see § 65.23), as appropriate to the rating sought.

[Docket No.: FAA–2021–0237; Amdt. No. 65–63, 87 FR 31415, May 24, 2022]