Piston Engine Service School

Recognized as one of the leading centers of aviation education in the country, Pennsylvania College of Technology has been solely appointed and authorized by Lycoming to conduct the Lycoming Piston Engine Service School.

Lycoming, through Pennsylvania College of Technology an affiliate of Penn State University, offers in Williamsport, PA, two hands-on training courses designed specifically for Lycoming engine owners, operators, mechanics, pilots and instructors. The first is the Lycoming Piston Engine Service School, a comprehensive four-day refresher course on Lycoming current-production engines, and the second is the follow-up Disassembly/Reassembly Course, a three-day hands-on instruction in the proper procedures for disassembling and assembling Lycoming 4 and 6-cylinder engines.

Designed for Lycoming engine owners, operators, A&P mechanics, instructors and students.

Conducted at Pennsylvania College of Technology's airport facility, the Service School is a comprehensive four-day, hands-on, refresher course on Lycoming's current production piston aircraft engines.

Pennsylvania College of Technology has been solely authorized by Lycoming to conduct the Piston Engine Service School. Located in Williamsport, PA, Penn College is an affiliate of Penn State University, and is one of the leading centers of aviation education in the country.

The Lycoming Service School

Course Description

A mechanic's refresher course on Lycoming's current production piston aircraft engines, covering:

Engine construction.
Theory of operation.
Engine servicing.
Inspection, servicing and troubleshooting of related components.

The instructor is an experienced teacher with specific knowledge of Lycoming engines. Courses are held at our airport facility in Montoursville, in a dedicated classroom stocked with sample parts and visual aids. Class sizes are small to allow for personal attention, questions and in-depth discussions. Each course consists of four seven-hour days, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break. Upon completion, the course can be used for qualification for the IA renewal program FAR 65.93 (a)(4). To receive a certificate, attendance for all four days is mandatory.

You may take this course for credit (two credits) or non-credit. To qualify for these credits, students must pass a written test given at the end of the course.

To take the course for credit, students must pay the current credit tuition for two credits. Current Penn College students may elect to use this course as an elective toward graduation.

Course Highlights

Students learn about:

The history of Lycoming engines.
Engine model coding.
Service bulletins, letters, instructions, and other publications.
Starter ring gear supports.
Crankshafts, crankcases, valve trains and camshafts.
Assemblies: cylinder, connecting rod and piston.
Systems: exhaust, oil, ignition, induction, fuel and turbocharger.

Disassembly/Reassembly Course

Course Description

This hands-on course is conducted seven hours a day, for three consecutive weekdays, and is usually scheduled to immediately follow a Service School session. Class size consists of two-student teams, each working on 4- or 6-cylinder Lycoming engines, learning proper procedures for engine disassembly and reassembly. To qualify for this course, students must have completed the Service School within the last seven years.

Course Highlights

During the course, students learn about:

Proper lubrication points.
Proper torquing and adjustments.
Magneto-to-engine timing.
Proper procedures for disassembly and reassembly.

Who would benefit from taking these courses?

The Lycoming Service School and Disassembly/Reassembly Course are each designed for A&P mechanics, IA certified mechanics, engine owners and operators, pilots and instructors of aviation-related subjects.

Course fees and other details

Tuition for the Service School is $600 (U.S.) per student. For the Disassembly/Reassembly Course, tuition is $575 (U.S.). Tuitions include all course materials and a one-year subscription to all Lycoming service bulletins, letters and instructions. Attendees of the Disassembly/Reassembly Course may opt to receive an engine overhaul manual of their choice.

Attendees are responsible for transportation to and from Williamsport, meals and lodging. The school has negotiated a special rate with a nearby hotel, which includes travel to and from classes. When you call to register, we can provide you with the telephone number to call for reservations.

Please note: The courses are conducted in English.

Prices subject to change without notice.

How to register

Select the appropriate class from the following schedules:

2008 Lycoming Piston Engine Service School

January 21, 22, 23, 24
February 5,6,7,8
March 10, 11, 12, 13
April 7, 8, 9, 10
April 14, 15, 16, 17
May 12, 13, 14, 15
May 27, 28, 29, 30
June 2, 3, 4, 5
September 8, 9, 10, 11
September 15, 16, 17, 18
October 6, 7, 8, 9
November 3, 4, 5, 6

2008 Disassembly/Assembly Course

January 25, 28, 29
February 11, 12, 13
April 18, 21, 22
May 16, 19, 20
September 19, 22, 23
November 7, 10, 11

To register for the course of your choice, call or fax:

Tel: 570.327.4775 Fax: 570.321.5546

Contact Info

To register for the course of your choice, call or fax:

Telephone:
570.327.4775

Fax: 570.321.5546