Summary of Professional Courses in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

Overview

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License (AMEL) program, conducted by Aircraft Maintenance College 66 (AMC66) in the Netherlands in partnership with Kenya Aeronautical College, offers training leading to a European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-66 license. This licensing certifies engineers to maintain and ensure the airworthiness of aircraft.

Course Highlights

1. Location & Certification
   • Training in the Netherlands (AMC66) and Africa (Kenya Aeronautical College).
   • EASA Part-147 certified training center with examinations offered in Africa.
2. Engineer Responsibilities
   • Maintain and certify aircraft.
   • Ensure passenger safety and compliance with aviation standards.
   • Specialize in specific categories of maintenance (e.g., airframe, avionics).
3. EASA Part-66 Licensing Categories
   • Category A: Certifies limited and simple maintenance tasks; can only certify their own work.
   • Category B1: Covers airframe, engines, and electrical systems; includes Category A privileges.
   • Category B2: Focuses on avionics and electrical systems.
   • Category B3: Piston-engine, non-pressurized aircraft below 2,000 kg MTOM.
   • Category C: Certifies base maintenance activities and complex group releases.
4. Disciplines Covered
   • Fixed-wing aircraft (turbine and piston engines).
   • Rotary-wing aircraft (helicopters with turbine and piston engines).
   • Avionics systems (e.g., navigation, communication, radar).
5. Modules Covered Key modules include Mathematics, Physics, Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals, Human Factors, Basic Aerodynamics, Aviation Legislation, Aircraft Systems, Engines (Gas Turbine and Piston), and Maintenance Practices.
6. Training Format
   • Classes and exams conducted at Kenya Aeronautical College, Wilson Airport, Nairobi.
   • On-the-Job Training (OJT) ensures practical skill acquisition.

Benefits

• Access to EASA-approved training and certifications.
• Opportunity for hands-on learning and certification.
• Career prospects in a highly regulated and respected global industry.

OJT and Examination

• OJT provides practical, hands-on training in real-world scenarios.
• Exams for various modules are available regionally, ensuring accessibility for African candidates.

This program equips candidates to pursue a fulfilling career in aircraft maintenance and engineering, with a focus on safety, precision, and technical excellence.