What is the FAA 8083?
The Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—Airframe (FAA-H-8083-31B) is one of a series of three handbooks for persons preparing for certification as an airframe or powerplant mechanic. Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook – Powerplant (FAA-H-8083-32B) was developed as one of a series of three handbooks for persons preparing for mechanic certification with airframe and powerplant ratings, or both.