Arthur Walter Tobey - Mechanic, Ground Instructor

Arthur Tobey is an FAA-certified aircraft mechanic and ground instructor based in Hubbard, OH. Arthur Walter Tobey holds an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic certificate. An A&P certificate is the most comprehensive FAA mechanic certification, authorizing the holder to inspect, maintain, and repair both aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, control surfaces, landing gear) and engines (reciprocating, turbine, and turboprop powerplants). A&P mechanics are qualified to perform the broadest range of aircraft maintenance, including annual inspections when combined with an Inspection Authorization (IA). Arthur holds a Ground Instructor certificate. This certificate authorizes the holder to provide ground training for pilot certification and endorsements. Arthur Tobey also holds an FAA Inspection Authorization (IA), the highest level of maintenance certification issued by the FAA. An IA authorizes the holder to perform annual inspections on aircraft, approve aircraft for return to service after major repairs or alterations, and supervise progressive inspection programs. Inspection Authorization holders must meet stringent experience requirements and pass annual refresher training to maintain their authorization. The FAA airman records for Arthur Tobey are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.