Aviation Maintenance Technology

Tools & Supplies

 Vendor information supplied through the program is for students' educational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement.

Textbooks

A list of designated textbooks for each class can be found by searching in the textbook section of the BRCC Bookstore's Website: http://www.efollett.com/

  • Advisory Circular 43.13-1B/2B with Ch1
  • Aircraft Weight and Balance Handbook
  • AMT Series, Airframe Structures
  • AMT Series, Airframe Systems
  • AMT Series, General
  • AMT Series, Powerplant
  • Aviation Mechanic Handbook
  • Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms
  • Essentials of College Mathematics
  • FARs for Aviation Maintenance Technician
  • Non Destructive and Ultrasonic Testing
  • Test Guide, Airframe
  • Test Guide, General
  • Test Guide, Powerplant

Computer

Available through the BRCC Bookstore or other retailers

  • Laptop Computer (required)

Tools

Note:  Students will be eligible for discounts with some vendors. MATCO Tools offers a Student Finance Program to assist with large tool purchases.  Contact the program director for more vendor information. 

  • Toolbox with Lock 

Required Tools

  • Adapter, 1/2” Male to 3/8” Female and 7/8" deep 1/2" drive socket or an Aircraft Spark Plug Socket
  • Caliper, 6”
  • Cold Chisel, 1/4” (or 5/16")
  • Combination Square
  • Ear Protection
  • Feeler Gauge Set
  • File Card
  • Files
    • Mill File, 6"
    • Round File, 8”
    • Half Round File, 8”
  • Goggles
    • Safety
  • Hacksaw with Assorted Blades
  • Hammers
    • Ball Peen
    • Soft Faced
  • Inspection Light
  • Inspection Mirror
  • Magnifying Glass (10 Power)
  • 115 Piece Drill Index, Numbered 1-60, Fractional 1/16"-1/2", Lettered A-Z
  • Pick-up Tool, Magnetic
  • Pliers
    • Channel Lock
    • Diagonal Cutting
    • Duckbill
    • Longnose
    • Snap Ring Pliers (Int/Ext)
  • Protective Clothing for Welding
  • Punches
    • Center Punch (Automatic Center Punch recommended)
    • Punch Set, Pin
    • Punch Set, Aligning
  • Respirator, NIOSH/MSHA-approved*
  • Ruler, Steel, 6” (Fractions, Decimals)
  • Safety Wire,
    • .032”, 1#
    • .040”, 1#
  • Scissors
  • Screwdrivers
    • Screwdriver Set, Common
    • Screwdriver Set, Phillips
  • Scribe (may come in Combination Set)
  • Sockets
    • Socket Set, 1/4” Drive
    • Socket Set, 3/8” Drive
  • Tool Box with lock
  • Vise Grips
  • Volt-Ohm Meter, Digital
  • Wire Stripper/Crimper
  • Wrenches
    • Adjustable, 4"
    • Adjustable, 10"
    • Wrench Set, Combination (5/16”-7/8”)
    • Wrench Set, Allen (1/16”-3/8”)

Recommended Tools

  • Drive Torque Wrench w/removable ratchet head and crow foot adapters
  • ¼” Drive Hex Socket Drivers
  • Gloves
    • Disposable Polyethylene (100)
    • Solvent-resistant
  • Pliers, Cleco
  • ¼” Drive Multi-Position Head Ratchet
  • Ratcheting Screwdriver
  • ¼” Universal Sockets
  • 4-way Angle Head Wrench Set