Maintenance Training

Master the mechanical foundations of modern aircraft through intensive, hands-on shop experience and classroom theory.

Pioneering maintenance training.

Joby Academy is authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to offer a Light Sport Repairman Maintenance Airplane (LSRMA) course. Individuals who complete the course receive an FAA repairman certificate with a maintenance rating, allowing them to perform maintenance, inspections, and alterations on airplanes within the light sport category, in accordance with 14 CFR 65.107.

The LSRMA course includes a minimum of 120 hours of instruction delivered over approximately 12 weeks. The first 11 weeks are delivered online, and students can complete the coursework from anywhere with an internet connection. Students are expected to spend 8-10 hours per week studying the course content, including readings, videos, and assignments. The in-person training consists of six consecutive 8-hour days of hands-on instruction and practical assessments. A detailed daily schedule will be provided closer to the start date. This practical portion must be attended in person in Watsonville, CA.

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Instructor and student examining mounted aircraft engine in hangar

Maintenance Training Pricing

Course Fees

The total cost for the LSRMA course is $7,000. This total includes access to all required course materials, and covers the full cost of the Independent Rotax Maintenance Training (iRMT) certification, valued at $1,600.

LSRMA Course Base Includes materials & iRMT certification

$7,000

On-Site Lab Material Use Consumables, rivets, sheet metal, and test fixtures

Included

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course suitable for someone who is just a hobbyist or aircraft owner?

Absolutely! Whether you are looking to start a new career in aviation maintenance, or you are an existing light sport aircraft owner looking to perform your own condition inspections, this intensive 12-week course is designed to give you the foundational knowledge and practical skills you need.

What happens after I pay the deposit?

Once your deposit is confirmed, our admissions team will contact you within 48 hours to complete your enrollment packet and provide you with access to the online learning portal ahead of your cohort's start date.

Does this course guarantee a job at Joby Aviation?

While Joby Academy provides industry-leading instruction, completion of this course does not provide a guaranteed pathway or employment to work on the Joby S4 electric aircraft. Our goal is to train the next generation of general aviation professionals.