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AME (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) is responsible to ensure that the aircraft is airworthy i.e. operating properly or not before each flight. The safety, proper maintenance and airworthiness (Fit to fly) of aircraft and thus safety of its passengers is responsibility of AME. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) inspects, services, carries out minor repairs, major repairs and overhauls civil aircraft and certifies whether the aircraft is fit to fly or not. AME Licence is issued by Government of India. An AME is authorised to carry out maintenance repair and certification of aircraft listed in his licence. Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are highly paid professionals worldwide.
ndian AME license is valid internationally in all (193) ICAO signatory countries
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Star Aviation Academy (SAA) is the best Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or AME institute for (Mechanical B1.1 and Avionics Stream B2) training. This premier AME College is located in the National Capital Region (NCR) on the Dwarka Expressway( NH248BB). We have the best record in AME Module examinations and an excellent placement record.
SAA was established in 2005. The AME training provided at SAA was approved by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Government of India in July 2006. We provide training which meets International standards. The Indian Civil Aviation Requirement CAR 147(Basic), which regulates AME training in India, has been adopted from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) CAR 147. AME Training at Star Aviation Academy conforms to EASA and International Civil Aviation organisation (ICAO) norms.
We train professional Aircraft Maintenance Engineers who are passionate about the aircraft and the profession. Our experienced instructors, in-house real aircraft and state-of-the-art labs with real aircraft components will prepare you for a rewarding career in the Aviation industry. In the two year(2400 Hrs) training, you will gain theoretical knowledge, hands-on experience through practical work on aircraft, case studies, troubleshooting exercises, and more. We train you for future employment
#1 Ranked AME College in India. Approved by Directorate General of a Civil Aviation.
Excellent Apprenticeships and Placements.
Practical Training assignments with Air India, GMR-GACL on Airbus 320 Aircraft.
Best Institute for Aircraft Maintenance Turbine Aircraft-.Mechanical (B1.1) & Avionics Stream (B2) – in India.
The applicant must have passed 10+2 examination in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from a recognized board or university or Three year AICTE approved Diploma in Engineering. He should be physically fit.
Application for admission should be made on the prescribed form which can be downloaded from our website.
At Star Aviation curriculum and other activities are designed to carve out successful Aircraft Maintenance Engineers out of young school pass-outs. Every activity is designed to groom them to become good human beings, professional AME’s and successful persons in life. Training has been divided into six Terms of four months each to sychronise with DGCA Licence examinations. Student are sensitized about importance of DGCA Licence examinations. Our faculty members have decades of experience in Aircraft maintenance and teaching. Students are taught through power point presentations. Modern teaching aids like Vedio Aided Computer Based Instructions (VACBI) and Flat Panel in class room enhance the teaching and learning experience. Each subject is given a thorough treatment in classroom followed by practical demonstration. Our methodology is learning based. Revision classes are held before examination. Teaching skills and dedication of our faculty has been instrumental in excellent performance of our students in DGCA exams. Success in DGCA examination has led to excellent placement record. We endeavour to better our own performance everyday.
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Passed out recently in 2021. Healthy environment for studies. Moral support from all staff members.
Homely environment. Detailed knowledge on topic and sub topic by the faculty.
Immense help for module exam prepration.
Happy to share you under this atmosphere, I cleared all the modules within two years.
Raunaq
I felt very good experience in this college .
It’s a best college for the study of aircraft maintenance Engineers.
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Glad to choose star aviation. I feel proud. They provide quality training. My brother got multiple job offers just in one month after passing out.
Mohit Kumar
Best AME college in India… to secure ur career in ame.. best faculty and friendly instructor…
Shivprasad Deshmukh
Best Aircraft maintenance engineer college DGCA approved.
Best results and best instructors.
Maximum focus on practice as well as theory too
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AME (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) is responsible to ensure that the aircraft is airworthy i.e. operating properly or not before each flight. The safety, proper maintenance and airworthiness (Fit to fly) of aircraft and thus safety of its passengers is responsibility of AME. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) inspects, services, carries out minor repairs, major repairs and overhauls civil aircraft and certifies whether the aircraft is fit to fly or not. AME Licence is issued by Government of India. An AME is authorised to carry out maintenance repair and certification of aircraft listed in his licence. Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are highly paid professionals worldwide.
Indian AME license is valid internationally in all (193) ICAO signatory countries
Star Aviation Academy is authorised by DGCA under CAR 147(Basic) to provide AME training as per CAR 66 syllabus. This syllabus is laid down by DGCA to obtain Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Licence in various categories. AME licence is issued by DGCA after the student has passed module examination conducted by DGCA, obtained requisite practical experience and passed skill test. He should also be medically fit.
AME rated in B1.1category on the aircraft is responsible for maintaining and repairing all mechanical systems i.e. structure of aircraft, airframe, engines, engine control systems, fuel system, landing gear systems, hydraulic system, Aircraft control surfaces and their related actuating systems, cabin, air-conditioning and pressurization. He is in-charge of aircraft while the aircraft is on ground and all work on aircraft is carried out under his supervision. Most systems in modern aircraft are controlled by computers. He is required to have knowledge of such computer systems also. He may also be given limited scope authorisation on Avionic systems also.
An AME rated in B2 Category is responsible for maintaining all avionic systems on an aircraft in airworthiness condition. These systems include Electrical systems, generation, distribution and control of electricity, Instrument systems, Navigation, attitude indication, airspeed and altitude indication systems, Auto pilot system, radio navigation, radio communication systems, RADAR systems, emergency warning systems, Advanced digital communication systems, Collision avoidance system, Ground proximity warning system, precision approach, auto landing system etc . These systems are computerised in modern aircraft. He may also be given limited scope authorisation on Mechanical systems (B1.1) also.
Safety of aircraft and passengers is the most important factor in aviation. An aircraft is a high technology machine made of thousands of components, parts, engines, avionics systems and uses latest technologies. With time and use, parts tend to wear and tear down. Hence, regular inspection and maintenance of aircraft are necessary. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is specially trained to inspect an aircraft, diagnose problems, carry out repairs, component replacements, report the problems found, rectify the problems and keep it fully serviceable and certify the aircraft for being fit-to-fly.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) is a job of high responsibility and dignity as it deals with well being and protection of life of hundreds of passengers and very costly aircraft. Before a flight take off, it is the responsibility of licensed AME to inspect and certify the aircraft for its airworthiness. If the aircraft has some defect, he is responsible for troubleshooting and rectifying the problem and then certify its fitness-to fly.
All airlines, all civil aircraft operators, maintenance and repair workshops and large number of Government organisations employ Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. AME’s are backbone of aviation industry. They are highly trained and motivated to maintain, repair and certify highly complex aircraft. This is a job of high responsibility. Therefore, this job is also highly paid.
An AME having B1.1 or B2 licence on Airbus 320 gets about Rs. 2.2-3.5 Lakh per month. A Category “A” Licence holder on A 320 gets between Rs. 70,000/- to 90,000/-per month. AME is also entitled to perks as per airline policy.
Perks normally involve free air tickets for self and family, free medical and stay in top hotels while on duty. You also get to wear Airline uniform and stripes on your shoulder. Distinctive look gives you a special aura.
There is excellent career scope for AME in aviation industry. After completion of course students can apply in 300+ companies for the jobs. To mention a few of them, these are Scheduled Airlines, Non Schedule operators, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Organisations, Technical Publication Companies, DGCA, Civil Aviation Department, AAI, BSF, State Governments, Aircraft Manufacturers, Aircraft Parts Manufacturers, Aircraft Component Repair workshops, Training Schools, Flying Training Schools etc.
DGCA has prescribed 2400 Hours training for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering licence in DGCA approved AME School. AME School conducts semester/Phase examinations and issues Certificate of Recognition as authorised by DGCA. The license Examination (Module Examinations) are conducted by the DGCA.
The duration of training at the institute is 2400 hrs. to be completed in 2 years. Out of this 2400 hrs. organised training 2050 Hrs. training will be in class rooms and labs in AME School. 350 Hrs. training will be in actual maintenance environment on operational aircraft in an airline or at MRO.
Star Aviation has tied up with Air India Engineering Services Limited and GMR Aero for 350 Hrs. training.
a) Total Aviation Experience requirement to obtain B 1.1 or B2 license is four years as per Aircraft Rule 61 and CAR 66 for students who have passed two years AME training in DGCA approved AME school. Two year training period is credited towards Aircraft Maintenance Experience.
b) Thereafter one has to gain two years’ practical aircraft maintenance experience. This two years’ experience can be obtained by working in an Airline as paid employee or as apprentice or working on operational aircraft with any operator or MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) facility.
N.B. There is no requirement of two year training after the training at AME School.
For obtaining Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License in:
B1.1 category students will have to clear 11 modules of DGCA Module examinations.
B2 category students will have to clear 10 modules of DGCA examinations.
After completing two year training and requisite modules for B1.1 category of licence and one year additional Aircraft Maintenance Experience one can apply to DGCA for Category ”A” Licence. With this licence one may be given limited certification Authority to its holder and normally entitles its holder to a salary of Rs. 70-90 thousands per month.
After having worked as Category “A” licence holder for one year for B1.1 or having passed requisite modules and having total four years’ Aircraft Maintenance Experience for B2, one may be deputed by the airline to undergo B1.1 or B2 Type Rating full course. Successful completion of B 1.1 or B2 Course is followed by Skill Test. After passing skill test one gets B1.1 or B2 Licence.
B1.1 or B2 licence authorizes its holder Full Scope certification authority on the aircraft listed therein.
Present Industry norm on Salary:
An Airbus 320 licence holder AME is normally paid Rs. 2-2.25 Lakh per month.
Eligibility for Admission into Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
The minimum qualification for admission to the course is a pass in
The student will have to produce a medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner with minimum MBBS qualification to certify that he / she has no physical disability, normal color vision, no night vision defect, no hearing defect and does not suffer from Fits.
Indian AME Licence is valid in ICAO signatory countries (193 countries). Indian AME Licence entitles its holder to all privileges as for EASA licence of the same nomenclature. India is signatory to Chicago Conference of 1944 and hence all Indian licences are recognised in all ICAO signatory (193) countries. On strength of Indian AME licence a person is eligible to work in foreign Airlines/Maintenance Repair Organisations.
Indian Licence versus EASA licence from outside European Union
An EASA licence if done outside EU is not valid in EU. Validity of Indian AME licence and such EASA licence is same. However, Indian AME licence can be done at a fraction of cost of EASA licence. One may refer to EASA charter and relevant rules on International Co-operation on https://www.easa.europa.eu/document-library/regulations/mutual-recognition
Following factors may be considered:
1. DGCA approval.
2. You should select an AME School based on its performance in DGCA module examinations in past. Good results in Module examinations lead to better employment for students. Schools may publish their Module results on their website. Please check the result on school website.
3. Quality and adequacy of Class Rooms and Workshops.
4. Access and transportation if you are day scholar.
5. Hostel facility.
The few steps from aircraft to car after successfully repairing an aircraft are the ones I have enjoyed most in my life. It gives one distinct satisfaction when an aircraft, which he has repaired, takes to the sky. The relief and gratitude you see in the eyes of passengers of a flight delayed due technical reasons is to be seen to be believed. They see a savior in the AME who has successfully repaired the aircraft. On many occasions passengers have actually come and thanked me even though I was just doing my duty.
This profession gives you work satisfaction every time. Work is properly quantified and allows objective self-assessment of oneself.
AME course is neither B.Sc not B.Tech course. It is a course which leads to Licence of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer from Govt. of India. BSc is a three year course and B.Tech is four year course. AME course is of two year duration. Most of students get jobs in AME line after passing two year course. Probability of getting job is directly related to passing AME Module exams held by DGCA. For an AME licence holder BSc or B.Tech degree is not necessary for progression in his career as AME.
An Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence is issued in accordance with the provisions of the Aircraft Act 1934, the Aircraft Rules 1937 for the time being in force and in conformity with ICAO Annex 1 to the convention on International Civil Aviation signed on 7 December 1944. Aircraft Rule 61 details the procedure for grant of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers licence, its validity and procedure for renewal. The licences issued under this rule are valid for the particular type of aircraft, engines and equipment endorsed on the licence. Aircraft Maintenance Engineers from time to time get additional endorsements on their licences after acquiring experience and fulfilling the conditions mentioned in the said rule. The licences are renewed subject to the condition that the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer has been engaged in aircraft industry in the capacity of either Aircraft Maintenance Engineer or in a supervisory capacity including imparting of training to AMEs. “Open” licences may also be obtained which cover a class of aircraft up to a certain weight category as detailed in CAR 66. The Central Government may grant licences, authorisations or approvals as provided in the Aircraft Rule 61, to persons who meet the requirements specified in this rule. The Central Government may grant authorization to the holders of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence to carry out maintenance of any new aircraft, engine or system which has been brought into the organisation and which is not within the scope of his licence, and to issue a certificate of release thereof, provided that the Director-General is satisfied that the applicant has sufficient knowledge, experience and training, and has passed such examinations as specified by the Director-General. Upon being satisfied that the applicant has sufficient knowledge, experience, training and skill and has passed such examinations as specified by the Director-General, the Central Government may grant approvals to persons employed in an organisation approved by Director-General to certify maintenance work carried out on aircraft, engine or components, in accordance with the procedures specified by the Director-General.
DGCA has authorised AMO’s/Airlines which are approved under CAR 145 to issue approval to their appropriately qualified staff. Such persons can carry out aircraft certification within scope of his approval.
AME licence Module examinations are conducted by DGCA three times in a calendar year i.e., in the months of February, June and October at the designated centres namely New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kanpur, Bangalore, Chennai, Patna, Lucknow, Bhopal, Guwahati, Pune, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Bhubaneshwar, Ahmedabad and Kochi. This list is not exhaustive. The examination for AME licence will consist of two parts i.e., written papers followed by an oral cum-practical test (skill test).
Examination consists of modules as prescribed in CAR 66 to be passed to demonstrate theoretical knowledge. Specified module examinations can be taken as per procedure prescribed in CAR 66. Modular examinations are objective type multiple choice. There is no negative marking. To pass the Module examination one must score 75% in the examination in each Module.
This concept and examinations have been harmonized with European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations. Earlier system was in sync with British system which was then accepted in large number of countries. With formation of EU that system has given way to EASA system which is now standard in India also.
Different examination modules are prescribed for different types of Licence. One should consult latest CAR 66 to know the modules which are to be passed for the required licence. Some modules are common to both Mechanical and Avionic licences.
1. AMO/Airline train their appropriately qualified staff for specific aircraft maintenance tasks and conduct their examinations for approval. CAR 145 approved organisations grant approval to their suitably qualified staff which authorises them to certify the aircraft.
2. Approved Course: The type training programme of Aircraft / Power Plant /systems consisting of theoretical and practical is conducted by the manufacturer of aircraft or training establishments approved by FAA/ EASA /DGCA under CAR 147.
3. For small business aircraft it is permissible to learn theory from Aircraft manuals and pass Specific aircraft paper after requisite practical experience on type of aircraft. This examination is conducted by DGCA on need basis.
1. DGCA Approved AME Training Institutes: Training to become an AME is imparted in DGCA approved AME schools. Complete training period is counted towards Aircraft Maintenance requirements.
2. Procedure and stages at which the student appears in particular Modules of examinations are prescribed in CAR 66. As they progress in modular system their employability in Aviation industry rises with every examination.
3. There are 35 approved AME schools in India as of January 2019. One should select the school which has given good results in DGCA held AME licence examinations. Work culture you learn depends upon the AME school you attend and reputation of the AME school affects your chances of employment.
4. Passing of DGCA examinations is key to getting employment. Under CAR 147 student is required to be trained at an AMO/Airline. Student has opportunity to showcase his work and the airlines have an opportunity to judge the students based on their work, knowledge, attitude and work ethics. Deserving students are directly picked up by AMO/Airlines for regular employment.
1. AME’s are employed in all airlines, aircraft operators and Maintenance repair organisations. After passing out from a DGCA Approved AME school student joins an Aircraft Maintenance Organisation (AMO) or an Airline as Apprentice. All AMO’s/Airlines recruit apprentices as it is required by law. Apprentices are paid as per Government rules. They assist AME ‘s in technical work and learn it hands on under his guidance. He can simultaneously appear in Module examinations which he has not passed.
2. After completing apprenticeship one can remain employed as Technician till he has qualified experience requirements and modules for AME licence. Normally for each AME six technicians are employed.
3. If a student qualifies at least 8 modules within prescribed period then he can also apply at the employment portal of Ministry of Civil Aviation from where airlines are required to employ the apprentices. One may also get selected for a further training at a facility which is run by.
4. Boeing and Air India. During this training student is paid stipend and it leads to employment in good positions in airlines. Alongside he can appear in the modules which he has not passed. Once he has passed modules at least for CAT “A” licence then his career really takes off. Now airline/AMO plans further growth in his career. Once he has attained type-rating on any airline aircraft he comfortably commands a salary of Rs. 2,00,000/- plus.
5. Thereafter his career moves upwards sharply. Presently an AME qualified on a Boeing 737 or Airbus 320 gets about Rs. 2,00,000/-( TWO Lakh plus) per month. As his experience and qualifications increase so does his package. He is also entitled to complimentary air tickets and other perks if he is working in an airline as is the norm in most airlines. He leads a decent life, stays in top hotels, come across educated air travellers and enjoys the glamour of being in an airline technical staff.
Indian AME licence is valid in ICAO signatory countries(186 countries). B1.1, B1.2 or B2 licences entitle its holder to all privileges as are same as EASA licences of the same nomenclature. India being signatory to Chicago Conference of 1944, Indian licences are recognised in all ICAO signatory countries. On strength of Indian AME licence a person is eligible to work in foreign Airlines/Maintenance Repair Organisations. However, due to labour protection laws European Union does not allow direct hiring of Indian AME’s.
Indian licence can also be converted to foreign licence subject to passing Air Law examination of the particular country.
The few steps from aircraft to car after successfully repairing an aircraft are the ones I have enjoyed most in my life. It gives one distinct satisfaction when an aircraft, which he has repaired, takes to the sky. The relief and gratitude you see in the eyes of passengers of a flight delayed due technical reasons is to be seen to be believed. They see a saviour in the AME who has successfully repaired the aircraft. On many occasions passengers have actually come and thanked me even though I was just doing my duty.
This profession gives you work satisfaction every time. Work is properly quantified and allows objective self-assessment of oneself.
This is a profession where you can succeed by dint your capability and hard work.
The job of an AME is of great responsibility. He inspects, maintains, repairs and certifies airworthiness of the aircraft before flight. He is in charge of all work on aircraft when it is on ground.
He has to be knowledgeable and diligent. On his shoulders lies the responsibility of lives of passengers. An AME discharges his responsibility even in adverse conditions to the best of his ability so that travelling public’s trust in his professionalism remains intact. This is a profession which demands work and is highly paid.
There is acute shortage of qualified AME’s in market. In the short run the airline growth is being affected by this shortage. In foreseeable future almost all AME students are likely to get employed as Apprentice in AMO/Airline.
