Savvy For Shops
The future of general aviation depends on mechanics like you. That’s why Savvy has invested in programs that support, train, and empower the people who keep aircraft flying safe, reliable, and legal.
Nationwide GA Mechanic Community
Free Online Training Modules for Your IA-Renewal
Expert Backup
GA MAINTENANCE IS MORE DEMANDING THAN EVER
Shops are booked out, workloads are heavy, and mechanics are pulled in multiple directions with limited time, data, and backup.
Beyond the broader workforce shortage, the immediate reality is clear: mechanics need practical tools, better information, and real support to work efficiently and confidently.
Savvy has seen these pressures firsthand through its work with aircraft owners and shops worldwide. Savvy for Shops is our commitment to helping mechanics directly—through training, data-driven guidance, and tools that reduce rework, save time, and lighten the load for the people who keep general aviation flying.
BUILDING A STRONGER FUTURE FOR GA MAINTENANCE
Under the banner Savvy for Shops, we’ve launched three new programs aimed squarely at the pressures facing today’s GA mechanics. These facilitate peer-to-peer collaboration among GA mechanics and shops, educate GA mechanics about the latest methods and techniques, and provide expert advice, troubleshooting assistance and second opinions by GA’s top subject matter specialists.
Modeled after the private forum Savvy’s IAs have used internally for more than a decade, this free online community is built specifically for GA mechanics.
ShopTalk is a place for mechanics only to:
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Talk through tough maintenance problems
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Share practical tech tips and real-world experience
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Discuss parts sourcing, tools, and shop operations
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Post job openings or career opportunities
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Learn from other mechanics who work on airplanes every day
Savvy’s team of nearly 50 A&P/IAs, analysts, and specialists are active participants in the forum–sharing insights, answering questions, and learning alongside you. Past discussion threads are also searchable, so the historical information is available, and nothing gets lost.
To get access, just click the button below and confirm your AMT status.
If you already have a Savvy account, once you request access, you’ll be able to access ShopTalk immediately at no cost. If you don’t have an account yet, the system will lead you through setting one up for free, and it only takes about 15 seconds.
This 8-hour, video-based online course is FAA-accepted and designed primarily for A&P mechanics with Inspection Authorization (IA) privileges who are required to complete 8 hours of certified training annually to maintain their IA. That said, the course is open to anyone interested in modern, evidence-based aircraft maintenance.
Course highlights include:
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FAA regulations relevant to IA maintenance
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Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
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Principles of troubleshooting
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Minimally invasive cylinder repair techniques
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Borescope inspections
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Engine monitor data analysis
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Real-world troubleshooting scenarios
The course consists of 8 modules with quizzes. Learners must complete all modules and pass each quiz to receive credit; there is no partial credit. Upon completion, certified mechanics receive a completion certificate that can be submitted to the FAA to document training.
Best of all, the course is completely FREE.
How to access the course:
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Visit certified.savvyaviation.org
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Create an account in the TalentLMS system
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Enter a mechanic certificate number if applicable (non-mechanics may enter any number)
Completing the course also earns participants a SavvyCertified badge, reflecting a commitment to smarter, safer, and more effective GA maintenance.
Watch the Course Description for more information:
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Modeled after our SavvyQA plan for aircraft owners, this affordable annual plan for shops will provide unlimited access to Savvy’s renowned team of 40+ veteran IAs, analysts and subject matter specialists, who will provide expert advice, troubleshooting and second opinions. From analysis of engine monitor data, borescope images, oil reports and oil filter debris to help sourcing hard-to-find parts and creating troubleshooting plans, shops and mechanics can count on Savvy to help with their thorniest maintenance problems.
WHAT MECHANICS & AIRCRAFT OWNERS ARE SAYING:
Mike Busch
Founder and CEO
“Our team knows firsthand the pressure mechanics are under today. Savvy for Shops is our way of providing the tools, training, and backup you deserve because GA can’t survive without you.”