AME In Ireland
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in Ireland
Programme Content
Programme Structure
- Duration: 2 years (24 months)
- Training Split: 50% Theoretical + 50% Practical
- EASA Part 66 regulation standard
- 12 modules with multiple-choice examinations
- Minimum attendance: 3,072 hours
- Pass mark required: 75% for all examinations
Year 1: Theoretical Training
21 weeks of comprehensive theoretical knowledge
Core Theoretical Modules
- Mathematics - Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry
- Physics - Matter, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Light and Sound
- Electrical Fundamentals - Basic electrical theory
- Digital Techniques & Electronic Instrument Systems
- Materials and Hardware - Aircraft materials and hardware
- Maintenance Practices - Safe maintenance procedures
Year 2: Practical Training
Hands-on experience in two comprehensive phases
Phase 1 - Workshop Training
Duration: 11 weeks
Training is delivered in dedicated training workshops where you will gain the hand skills and know-how to use the tools and instrumentation required to safely maintain modern jet aircraft.
Phase 2 - Live Environment
Duration: 6.5 weeks + 1 year maintenance experience
Practical training conducted in the busy environment of live aircraft maintenance at Aviation Group on Boeing 737, 757, and 767 aircraft.
Phase 2 Activities
You will be actively involved in actual maintenance activities, carrying out or assisting in tasks such as:
- ✓Engine replacement
- ✓Cabin refurbishment
- ✓Structural repair
- ✓Flight control replacements
- ✓Landing component replacements
- ✓System testing
Certification & Outcome
Programme Completion Requirements
- Pass all examinations with 75% minimum
- Complete all practical assessments successfully
- Meet minimum attendance requirement of 3,072 hours
- Complete all module hours as required
License Achievement
- EASA Part 66 A1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License
- Successful completion of EASA Part 147 approved programme
- One year of practical experience included
- Globally recognized EASA qualification
Career Progression
This programme is aimed at anyone who wishes to gain the skills and experience that will allow them to perform maintenance work on large commercial aircraft such as Airbus and Boeing. This programme will enable you to become an EASA qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
This is a career with long-term growth possibilities that will allow you to travel all over the world, as EASA approved qualifications are recognized globally. EASA qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are highly sought after due to the high standards of maintenance work and safety they must maintain.
Success Stories
Many of our former trainees have become world leaders in the aviation community:
- ★Vice President & Head of Technical EMEA with AerCap
- ★Vice President, Technical with Aergo Capital
- ★Operations Manager with KLM Asia
Why Train at Aviation Institute?
Excellence & Experience
- 30 years of training world-class Aircraft Maintenance Engineers
- 2013 and 2015 WorkSkill Aircraft Maintenance Champions
- Last 5 Irish National Skills Champions trained here
- Most experienced and knowledgeable trainers in the industry
Support & Opportunities
- Support in gaining work experience and employment
- Experience in live aircraft maintenance environment
- State-of-the-art training facility near Shannon Airport
- 50+ years of aviation experience backing the institute