How to Start and Grow an Aircraft Maintenance Business in 30 Days or Less

A&P Mechanics: Tired of feeling undervalued?

Do you drag yourself out of bed, just to spend the majority of your day investing your blood, sweat, and maybe even tears into a company that doesn’t seem to care? Do you feel like just a number? Or like you’re never getting ahead? Do you wish you could be excited to start your day, make more money doing it, control your schedule, and loving what you do—all while building your own aviation empire? 

Then let me tell you how I made the jump from being a depressed aircraft mechanic employee to a purposeful aircraft maintenance business owner. I want to share my story to show you what’s possible. Whether you want to create additional income on the side as an independent aircraft mechanic or open an aircraft maintenance business of your own, this will be invaluable. You can change your life for the better!

Isn't that a lot of work? 🤔

In my experience, yes. BUT... It doesn't have to be. Here's why...

When I set out to build an aviation maintenance company of my own, I faced a lot of struggles along the way and, through a lot of trial and error, I figured out how to navigate and surpass them.

I wished there was an easier way to get started, but there was nothing to help someone that wanted to start an aviation business. So, I took what I had learned and and put together a way for you to fast track your journey and avoid the struggles. Now you can follow our How To Start an Aircraft Maintenance Business Course to get your business started and then grow your business with the customers we bring to you in our Mechanic Portal. It’s quite the short cut. 

Not anymore. Here's all you have to do:

It’s a step-by-step guide to getting you where you want to be. No hangar required. No business experience necessary. You’ll learn everything you need to start an aircraft maintenance business with the lowest amount of cash possible! 

You can hit the ground running with customer leads, get a premium listing on Phalanx Aviation’s mechanic directory, and access to our large tech pub library with over 280 manuals (and growing). 

But before you do...

Let me tell you how I became the owner of an aircraft maintenance business

It all began when I graduated from A&P school. It was 2009, in Des Moines, IA, where I grew up, the opportunities for aircraft mechanics were scarce. For many months, I struggled to find my first job as a newly licensed A&P and for the first time in my life, I packed up my bags and left everything familiar behind—heading to Ft. Rucker, AL, for a job maintaining Bell 206s and UH-60 helicopters.

This was my first real mechanic job, and for a while, things were good. I was making decent money, and I even started to form a few connections. But not long after, a feeling of being just another cog in the machine started to set in. I began to feel invisible, like my work and my contribution didn’t really matter.

On top of that, I was over a thousand miles away from home. The distance from family and friends weighed on me, and I found myself feeling more and more isolated. Ever been there? That feeling of emptiness, like you’re giving everything and getting nothing back? I reached a breaking point, and I knew something had to change. Are you feeling the same way?

I wanted to have the freedom to live where I wanted, but there weren’t many mechanic jobs that pay well in my hometown. We’re not a big aviation state. I didn’t want to feel like a number anymore either and I wanted to make top notch pay. I thought and thought about how I could do this…. 

Then it hit me...

I have to start my own aircraft maintenance business!

So, I took matters into my own hands. I started mapping out my future and deciding right then and there that I was going to create a life where I could make exceptional money and choose where I wanted to work. That’s when I decided to start my own aircraft maintenance business. That was the start of a wild ride, full of major challenges and hard lessons, but I had my AH HA moment and I could see a way out!

I’m so glad that I stuck with it. Being an aviation business owner has made it so I’m not watching the clock anymore and I feel more fulfilled with what I’m doing. Most importantly, I’m free!
 
Not only did I start feeling better, but I discovered a ton of other amazing benefits of owning an aviation company that helped shape me into the person I am today.
 

Sure I knew that owning a business would come with some perks, but I didn’t know that it would also come with many hidden benefits: 

First, not only did I start making more money than I did as a mechanic, but...

I learned how to use my company to financially support my aviation hobby and best of all it’s 100% legal! 👍

Listen, I’m not a social butterfly, but owning an aircraft maintenance business allowed me to be comfortable in my own skin. This allowed me to meet so many more inspiring people. From customers to fellow employees, my social network blew up!

Believe it or not, I actually got in better shape! This is because I wanted to get up in the morning and get after the day instead of dragging myself out of bed each morning.

Michael Sawyer Working On Beech A60

Life is all about the journey. So far, my journey has been action packed! I’m looking forward to what’s ahead, but now… 

It’s time for you to start!

With Grease Pilot, You Can:

Why Start an Aircraft Maintenance Business?

  • Freedom: Choose where, when, and how you work.
  • Financial Growth: Make more money while doing what you love.
  • Purpose: Be more than just a number—build something meaningful.

Let’s talk about how you can start your journey to freedom. When I started my first aircraft maintenance business I discovered:

If you want to enjoy the freedom that comes with owning an aircraft maintenance business try out our tools for starting and growing an aircraft maintenance business.

What You’ll Get with the Course:

You’ll receive lifetime access to:

  • 5 Modules and 29 Lessons covering every step of starting your business.
  • 22 Essential Forms & Templates to jumpstart operations.
  • A website template for your business to get online quickly.

Plus, you’re covered by our 100% Risk-Free Guarantee. Try the course for 7 days. Not satisfied? Get your money back—no questions asked.

How to Start an Aircraft Maintenance Business Course

Contains: 5 Modules, 29 Lessons
Everything you'll need to start and grow a profitable aircraft maintenance business.

Module 1: Business Set Up

Module 2: Location & Service Area Prep

Module 3: Your First Customers

Module 4: Reflection & Growth

Module 5: Additional Resources

BONUSES INCLUDED

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22 Essential Forms & Templates

All the documents you'll need to start and operate an aircraft maintenance business.

Business Website Template

A quick, plug and play way to get your aircraft maintenance business online.

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We’re not here to take your money. Our mission is to grow the aviation entrepreneurship family. That’s why we support a 7 day 100% money back guarantee. If you’re not satisfied with the course, simply complete a refund form and we’ll give your money back. We also include a 60 day money back program. Check out our refund page for more information.
 

Get Your Shop Up And Running... IN 30 DAYS!

You can be up and running in as little as 30 days with our How To Start An Aircraft Maintenance Business Course. See how we’ve started several shops with a total start up cost of $550.00 (This includes the course price). If you’re down about your job, or looking for a new spark in your life, this is a chance that could literally change your life!
 

"I felt stuck in my job. Starting my aviation business not only changed my career—it changed my life."

How It Works:

  1. Purchase lifetime course access.
  2. Get instant access to tools, templates, and lessons.
  3. Follow the course to launch your business in as little as 30 days.
  4. Scale your business with the Mechanic Portal’s leads and resources.

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