A&P General · Content Area
Ground Operations and Servicing
Ground Operations and Servicing is a content area on the FAA Aviation Mechanic General Knowledge Test (A&P General), administered by FAA. It falls under the Aviation category.
Domain Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Ground Operations and Servicing |
| Exam | FAA Aviation Mechanic General Knowledge Test (A&P General) |
| Domain Weight | — |
| Governing Body | FAA |
| Available in App | A&P Cert Prep: FAA Mechanic |
| Official Source | FAA official website ↗ |
A&P General Ground Operations and Servicing: FAQ
How much of the A&P General covers Ground Operations and Servicing?
Ground Operations and Servicing is one of 8 content areas tested on the A&P General, which contains 60 questions total. FAA does not publish specific domain weightings for this exam, but Ground Operations and Servicing appears in the official exam objectives. The C3RT app covers all 8 content areas.
What is the A&P General exam format and how does Ground Operations and Servicing fit in?
The A&P General has 8 content areas across 60 questions in 2 hours, with a passing score of 70%. Ground Operations and Servicing is content area 4 of 8. The other content areas are Basic Electricity, Aircraft Drawings, Weight and Balance, and Fluid Lines, Aircraft Materials and Processes, Cleaning and Corrosion Control, Mathematics and Physics, Maintenance Publications and Records, Mechanic Privileges and Federal Aviation Regulations.
How do I study for the Ground Operations and Servicing section of the A&P General?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT A&P Cert Prep: FAA Mechanic app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Ground Operations and Servicing questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the A&P General and what is the passing score?
The A&P General consists of 60 questions in 2 hours, with a passing score of 70%. It is administered by FAA and the exam fee is $150 USD (PSI testing center fee). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 8 content areas.
Where can I find official FAA resources for Ground Operations and Servicing?
The official source for A&P General content outlines and study resources is the FAA website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Ground Operations and Servicing, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with FAA. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 60+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 8 content areas.
Ground Operations and Servicing is a content area on the FAA Aviation Mechanic General Knowledge Test (A&P General), a Aviation exam administered by FAA. C3RT is not affiliated with FAA. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the FAA website.