Training pathways
There is no single route. National qualifications, Part-147 approved training and on-the-job experience combine differently depending on your profile and country.
Vocational secondary education
Most EASA member states offer vocational programmes in aeronautical maintenance at upper-secondary level, often with options in avionics, systems or structures. In France, these are the CAP (a two-year vocational certificate) and the Bac pro (a three-year vocational upper-secondary diploma).
Short specialisation courses
One-year post-vocational courses deepen a speciality such as avionics or turbine- or piston-engined aircraft. In France these are called “mentions complémentaires”; their names have recently changed, so check the current title with the school.
Higher technical diplomas
Two-year post-secondary technical diplomas train senior technicians able to work on systems and organise maintenance. The French equivalent is the BTS Aéronautique.
Part-147 approved training organisations
A Part-147 approved maintenance training organisation delivers basic training courses and type training recognised for the Part-66 licence. Completing a full Part-147 basic course reduces the practical experience required. Some national qualifications are delivered by Part-147 approved organisations: ask exactly what is recognised.
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships combine classroom learning with periods in a company, building maintenance experience that counts towards the licence.
Part-66 licence: A, B1, B2
See the Part-66 licence page for details.
- Category A: simple line maintenance tasks and minor defect rectification, within the authorised task list.
- Category B1: mechanical work — structure, powerplant, mechanical and electrical systems.
- Category B2: avionics and electrical systems.
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