Aircraft mechanics have a B.Sc. degree with 2 years practical experience or Senior Secondary with 3 years Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or diploma in engineering. Airmen from the Indian Air Force with Senior Secondary Examination qualification and experience of working on aircraft engines, frames, electrical and electronic equipment are also considered for recruitment.
The sophisticated new generation aircraft systems need adequately trained technical personnel for their maintenance. Training is imparted in maintenance of aircrafts for 100% flight safety. The courses in Aircraft Maintenance are open to both men and women and are granted recognition by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The course duration is 3 years 6 months and the training is imparted in Mechanical maintenance and in Avionics.
Mechanical stream covers categories ‘A’ and ‘C’ of the AME Licence Exam and Avionics covers categories ‘E’ (electrical), ‘I’ (instrumentation) and ‘R’ (radio) of the AME Licence Exam conducted by DGCA.
Training in aircraft maintenance engineering -
Students on completing 10+2 with PCM with 60% marks/B.Sc with 55% marks can seek admission to 3 year course in the subject. Some institutions may accept candidates securing 50% marks in Physics and Maths but candidates will have to clear an entrance examination. Age - 20 years maximum.
18 subjects are taught ranging from theory of flight (Aerodynamics), workshop technology, A/C Metallurgy, A/C Electricity and Electronics, CAR and A/C Rules to Engineering Drawing and Jet Engineers with such sophisticated appliances as radio equipments, compass systems, gyroscopic instruments, aviation direction finder (Black Box) reciprocating in - line and radial engines. The practical course package includes training in fitting shop, welding shop, machine shop, airframe shop, engine shop and aircraft and electrical shop.
The Institute is in possession of an aircraft complete in all respects for the practical ground training of students. It has also arrangements with aviator’s cooperative society for the apprenticeship of training.
The candidates enrolled for a course in AME complete the syllabus, pass internal examinations and apply for licence from DGCA. They have to clear written and oral tests. Students are advised to enroll only in DGCA approved institutions.
Associate Membership of the Aeronautical Society of India
The Society conducts associate membership examination. Sections A and B of this examination has been recognised by the Ministry of Education, at par with a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering from an Indian university. Established in 1948 this is a professional body with a large number of corporate members, including all major organisations and industries in the aeronautics field in the country and also some of the world’s leading aeronautical industries. Students passing A&B of the Society’s examination are eligible to appear in the GATE or post graduate studies at IITs. Candidates who have passed Associate Membership Examination of the Society are eligible for relaxation of 12 months experience requirements for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers licence conducted by the Director General of Civil Aviation. The Engineering Council of London grants direct entry in part two of their examination for those who have passed sections A & B.
Aeronautical engineering can be studied with this society through correspondence. The examination consists of three parts-Studentship, Section A and Section B. About 200 aeronautical engineers pass out from various institutions in the country every year. The Aeronautical Research and Development Board has introduced several schemes in the interest of the students and employers. A scholarship is made available to the candidates from the first year of admission. A scholarship scheme for practising aeronautical engineers is at the pilot stage. An increase in research and development facilities within the country offers challenging prospects to aeronautical professionals in fields such as missile development, civil and military aircrafts manufacture etc.
Educational qualification for membership examination -
The minimum educational qualification for appearing in this exam is a pass in Class X. Students who have passed the studentship or who have cleared the 10+2 stage with Physics and Maths are eligible for part A. Candidates who have passed a Diploma in Engineering are also eligible for the test. Airmen of the Indian Airforce and Air technical personnel can appear in the section A of the exam directly.
Section B examination can be taken by candidates who have completed Section A of the Society or hold a degree in engineering. There are 8 speciality streams in section ‘B’-Aerodynamics/Structural mechanics/Propulsion/Avionics/Production/Maintenance/Navigation and Operation/Communication.
Examination centres are at Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore, Kharagpur, Chennai and Tiruvananthapuram.
Address for contact : Aeronautical Society of India, 13-B Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi.
Courses and Institutions
Training Institutes -
Students after Class XII with Physics and Maths may enroll for a 3-4 years course in an Aeronautical Engineering equivalent course for the AMAeSI (Associate Membership of Aeronautical Society of India). Institutes conducting the course make arrangements for practical training.
Some institutes are :-
School of Aeronautics, H 974, Palam Extn., Part 1, Sector - 7, Dwarka, New Delhi-110045, Email : soapalam@mantraonline.com
Course – Aircraft Maintainance Engineering
Eligibility – 10+2 with PCM with 50% marks Minimum age 17 years
Delhi Institute of Aeronautical Studies, 551-A, 3rd Floor, Chirag Delhi, New Delhi-110 017
School of Aviation Science & Technology, Delhi Flying Club Ltd., Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi-110003
School of Aviation Science & Technology (Faculty of Engineering) is a pioneer institution with unique contribution in Aviation industry . The institution conducts the following courses :
Courses
-- Full time regular courses of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. AB-Initio BAMEL/Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence Training Programme (Approved by Director General of Civil Aviation) for appearing in Categores ‘A’ & ‘C’ (Airframe & Engine) and category ‘R’ (Radio Communication & Navigation) Licence examination conducted by D.G.C.A, Govt. of India.
Three years may be extended depending upon D.G.C.A. requirements.
Duration -
Eligibility -
Senior School Certificate (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Maths & English (PCME) with 60% marks (in aggregate in PCME) or B.Sc. (P) in Physics, Chemistry & Maths (PCM) with 55%.
Age limit - Upper age upto 20 years for 10+2. Upper age upto 22 years for B.Sc.
Selection - A written test is conducted for selecting candidates for the course. The test is of 12th standard level in PCM & E.
-- ‘On-the-job practical training programme’ to cover AME Licence in Category A and C on Cessena A-152 Aircraft/Engine.
Duration -
One year/six months
Eligibility -
SSC or equivalent with English, Physics, Chemistry, Maths plus two and half years AME training programme from an Institution approved by DGCA
Courses for Flight despatcher -
(10+2 with Physics and Maths), Private Pilot Licence (10+2 with Physics and Maths), Commercial Pilot Licence (only for PPL holders), Radio Telephony Restricted (Aeromobile)
Rajiv Gandhi Memorial College of Aeronautics, Opp. Sanganer Airport, Jaipur-302 001. (Approved by DGCA, Govt. of India, New Delhi).
Course - Aircraft Maintenance Engineers.
Eligibility - 10+2 with Phy, Chem & Maths and have secured at least 50% agg. marks in Phy, Chem. and Maths. Diploma in any branch of Engineering Direct admission to those scoring 60% or above in PCM. Age – 17-23 years. Session - July.
Bharat Institute of Aeronautics, Patna Airport, Patna 800014
Institute of Aviation Tech.,1265, Sector 6, Bahadurgarh, Haryana 124507
Hindustan Electronics Academy, 61, Cambridge Road, P.B.No. 806, Ulsoor, Bangalore 560008
Flytech Aviation Academy, 102, AI-Kauser, Street No.1, Road No.10, West Marredpally, Secunderabad-500 026 (A.P) URL:www.flytechaviation.com
Institute of Aeronautical Engg., Building No. R-40, Old Airport Road, Secunderabad - 500011 (B.Tech. in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering AICTE approved).
Nehru College of Aeronautics and Applied Sciences, Coimbatore
VSM Aerospace, Chelekere Village, (near Kammanahalli), Bangalore 560043
Punjab Aircraft Maintenance Engineering College, Civil Aerodrome, Patiala-147001 (Licence and Diploma Course)
Hindustan Institute of Aeronautics, 5, Temple View, Near Neori Mandir, Lal Gathi, Bhopal (M.P.)
Institute of Aeronautics & Engineering has the following branches: Shahpur road, NH 12, Bhopal (MP) and 21, Road No. 7, Extension Cross Road, No.3 Dalma view colony, Sonari, Jamshedpur-831011 Bihar. IIAS, P-254 Michael Nagar, Jessore Road, West Bengal - 743296
Courses - It offers courses for the mechanical branch (airframes and engines) and avionics branch (electrical and instruments). Both the branches have 30 seats per session. The three-year programme has been divided into six semesters that include six months on the job practical training on aircraft.
Selection – Joint entrance exam held by DGCA approved institutes.
Indian Institute of Aeronautics (Unit of Takniki Vikash Sansthan, approved by DGCA Govt. of India) 18/55, Punjabi Bagh (west) New Delhi - 110026, Website - iia_delhi.tripod.com.
College of Aeronautical Engineering & Technology, 125/1, Mangal Pandey Nagar, Opp. CCS University, Meerut (UP) 250005. E-mail - caet-mrt@yahoo.com
Course – Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME).
Duration – 3 years (additional 1yr. for BE Aeronautics)
Eligibility – 10+2 with 50 % in Phy. and Maths/Diploma in Engg. or B.Sc. with PCM. Age – 17 years
Indian Institute of Aircraft Engineering, Maurya Lok Complex, Patna - 800001, Bihar.
