FAA A&P Prep, Flight Training & Aircraft Maintenance
Earn your FAA A&P in 10–12 days. Start flight training at Freeman Field. Keep your aircraft airworthy with trusted in-house maintenance. Central Kansas's one-stop aviation hub.
Three Ways MAS Serves Aviation in Central Kansas
Whether you're preparing for your A&P, learning to fly, or keeping an aircraft airworthy — MAS has the expertise, credentials, and facilities.
FAA A&P Prep Course
Get Written, Oral & Practical Ready in 10–12 Days
Struggling to prepare for your A&P exams without a structured program?
- Accelerated 10–12 day program
- Small classes — up to 10 students
- Written + oral + practical prep
- DME coordination included
- ArmyIgnitED / CA friendly
- Optional lodging available
Flight Training
Earn Your Wings at Your Local Kansas Airport
Looking for a professional flight school close to Fort Riley or Manhattan?
- Discovery Flights available now
- Private, Instrument, Commercial
- Multi-Engine · CFI path support
- Flexible scheduling
- In-house maintenance = reliability
- Serving all of Central Kansas
Aircraft Maintenance
Annual, 100-Hour & Squawk Resolution — Done Right
Need a mechanic who can inspect, repair, and sign off your aircraft legally?
- Annual & 100-hour inspections
- Squawk troubleshooting
- Avionics coordination
- Transparent estimates — no surprises
- Owner-assist options
- IA-signed logbook entries
The Fastest Path to Your FAA A&P Certificate
The FAA A&P oral and practical exam is not a test of memorization — it's a test of whether you understand aviation maintenance at a professional level. At Matta Aviation Services, we teach the why behind every answer so you walk into that test station with real confidence, not guesswork.
Our accelerated 10–12 day program is built for military maintainers transitioning to civilian FAA certification, aviation professionals who need to formalize their credentials, and motivated candidates who are serious about getting this done right the first time.
You won't find a more practical, organized, instructor-led A&P prep program in Central Kansas. Small classes mean you get real attention — not a seat in a crowd.
Your 10–12 Day A&P Prep Path
- Aircraft Systems Overview
- FAA Regulations (14 CFR)
- Mathematics & Physics
- Weight & Balance
- Publications, Forms & Records
- Structures & Materials
- Hydraulic Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Avionics Fundamentals
- Landing Gear & Flight Controls
- Reciprocating Engines
- Fuel & Induction Systems
- Turbine Engines
- Propellers
- Engine Instruments & Fire Protection
- Oral Exam Simulation
- Practical Test Stations
- DME Coordination
- Exam Logistics & Scheduling
- Certification Application Support
Military maintainers: MAS is ArmyIgnitED and Credentialing Assistance friendly. Bring your maintenance experience — we'll get you certification-ready. Learn about military funding →
Learn to Fly Right Here in Junction City
Most people in Central Kansas don't realize there's a legitimate, instructor-led flight school minutes from Fort Riley, Manhattan, and downtown Junction City. Freeman Field (3JC) is your local gateway to the sky — and Matta Aviation Services is here to take you there.
Eduardo Matta is a Commercial Pilot with CFI, CFII, and MEI certificates and over 3,000 flight hours. Training here is not generic ground-school theory — it's structured, professional flight instruction built on 22 years of Army aviation discipline.
Discovery Flight
First time in the cockpit — take the controls with an instructor and experience real flight.
Book NowPrivate Pilot (PPL)
Earn your Private Pilot Certificate and fly solo, cross-country, and beyond.
Start PPLInstrument Rating
Fly through clouds and IMC conditions with confidence using your instrument rating.
Learn MoreCommercial & CFI Path
Build hours and credentials to fly professionally or teach the next generation.
Build Your CareerMaintenance You Can Trust. Documentation You Can Rely On.
Your aircraft is an investment, a tool, and a responsibility. At MAS, every maintenance action is backed by A&P and IA authority — meaning we not only perform the work, we can sign it off and return your aircraft to service with full airworthiness authority.
Aircraft owners in Central Kansas deserve a mechanic who understands the regulatory environment, communicates clearly, and won't leave you guessing about what was done or what it cost.
Eddie Matta's dual background as a working A&P IA and an active flight instructor means he understands your aircraft from both ends — the maintenance dock and the cockpit. That perspective matters when diagnosing squawks.
Annual Inspections
FAA-required annual inspections performed by a licensed A&P IA — thorough, documented, and returned to service properly.
100-Hour Inspections
For aircraft operating for hire. Completed on schedule with attention to airworthiness and minimal AOG time.
Squawk Resolution
Grounded by a recurring write-up? We troubleshoot and fix the root cause — not just clear the write-up.
Avionics Coordination
ADS-B, GPS, and IFR avionics install, upgrade, and ATC compliance coordination with your avionics shop.
Owner-Assist Options
Learn how your aircraft works while keeping it legal. Owner-assist work under proper A&P supervision where allowed.
Transparent Estimates
You'll know the cost before we turn a wrench. No surprise invoices. Clear communication from start to sign-off.
Important: Always verify maintenance requirements with current FAA-approved data, applicable ADs, service bulletins, and your aircraft's maintenance manual. This is not a substitute for an inspection. Aircraft-specific requirements vary.
Your Aviation Training Hub — Online
The MAS Learning Management System expands your access to aviation training resources, course materials, and certification guidance — available anytime, anywhere.
A&P Prep Resources
Supplemental study materials for General, Airframe, and Powerplant subject areas.
ACS Decoder
Break down the Airman Certification Standards for every A&P knowledge area.
FAA Form 8610-2 Guide
Step-by-step guidance on completing your mechanic application correctly.
Ground School Resources
Pre-solo ground school content for student pilots starting flight training at MAS.
Student Portal
Course materials, scheduling tools, and progress tracking for enrolled students.
ArmyIgnitED / CA Funding
How to use military education benefits for your A&P prep course at MAS.
Visit lms.matta.aero
The MAS LMS is your online hub for A&P prep materials, ground school resources, student scheduling, and FAA certification guidance — all in one place.
Launch LMS →Results From Real Students & Aircraft Owners
MAS is built on results, not promises. Here is what students and clients have experienced.
“Eddie's approach to oral exam prep was unlike any study guide I'd used. He made me understand the system — not just the answer. I passed on my first attempt.”
“I never knew I could learn to fly this close to home. The discovery flight changed everything for me. Now I'm working on my instrument rating.”
“Clear estimate, no surprises, and my annual was signed off with full documentation. This is exactly how aircraft maintenance should work.”
22 Years of Army Service. Thousands of Hours in the Air. One Mission: Your Success.
Eduardo Matta Figueroa — Eddie — is a retired U.S. Army veteran with five overseas tours. He holds an FAA A&P, IA, Commercial Pilot, CFI, CFII, MEI, AGI, and IGI certificate. When he says he understands aviation from both the maintenance dock and the cockpit, he means it literally. That dual perspective is exactly what MAS students and aircraft owners get every time.
Central Kansas Aviation — Right Where You Are
Matta Aviation Services operates at Freeman Field (ICAO: 3JC) in Junction City, Kansas — serving aviation students, mechanics, and aircraft owners across Central Kansas including Fort Riley, Manhattan, and the surrounding region.
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Your Next Step in Aviation Starts at Matta Aviation Services
Whether you're chasing your A&P certificate, your pilot wings, or keeping your aircraft airworthy — we're ready to help you move forward. Select your path.
A&P Prep Course
Reserve your seat in the next accelerated 10–12 day A&P prep program. Small classes, structured instruction, full-spectrum exam prep.
Reserve Your A&P SeatFlight Training
Book your discovery flight or start your private pilot journey at Freeman Field. Flexible scheduling, professional instruction.
Book Discovery FlightAircraft Maintenance
Request maintenance or get an inspection quote from your A&P IA. Transparent estimates, thorough documentation.
Request MaintenanceQuestions? Contact Matta Aviation Services or visit mattaaviationservices.com