Engineering Pathway

Aircraft Maintenance will focus on aircraft engineering theory and practical training.

Hands-on learning

All students will have enrichment opportunities linked to Civil or Military & Defence. 

This course will also develop your practical hand skills using specialist aircraft tooling and virtual reality (VR) simulation to carry out maintenance on aircraft systems and structures.

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering programme is designed to enable you to gain the required theory qualifications and practical experience to become an Aircraft Fitter/Technician assisting in carrying out routine maintenance on jet aircraft and leading to a CAA Part 66 A1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence.

During this course, you’ll study: 

  • Theory of Flight

  • Line and Base Aircraft Engineering

  • CAA Part 145 Maintenance Procedures

  • CAA Part 66 Procedures

  • Aircraft Jet Engine Ground Running Procedures

  • Human Factors within Aviation

  • Civil Legislation in Aviation

  • Aviation Mathematics and Science for Technicians

  • Aviation Mathematics and Science for Technicians

Where to start

Looking to start this pathway? Book an Open Day to chat with our lecturers about our courses and take a look at our Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technical Training options.

Success Stories

Sebastian O'May

Aircraft Maintenance Technician at BAE Systems. 

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Ellie Ford

Air Systems Operator in training at the RAF.

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One giant leap towards your future

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