AMAC Aerospace has announced the launch of AMAC Academy, a new aircraft maintenance training programme aimed at developing the next generation of licensed aircraft maintenance engineers through hands-on, industry-focused training.
The academy, based at AMAC Aerospace Switzerland AG at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, is scheduled to welcome its first intake of students in January 2027.
Designed in accordance with European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-147 and Swiss Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) requirements, the academy will prepare students to obtain the EASA Part-66 Basic Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML) in either Category B1.1, covering mechanical systems and turbine-powered aircraft, or Category B2, specialising in avionics systems.
The initiative reflects AMAC Aerospace‘s commitment to addressing the growing demand for qualified aircraft maintenance professionals at a time when the global MRO industry continues to face an increasing shortage of licensed engineers.
Unlike conventional classroom-based programmes, students enrolled at AMAC Academy will train within AMAC Aerospace’s active maintenance facilities, allowing them to gain practical experience alongside experienced aviation professionals while working in a live operational environment.
The curriculum combines theoretical instruction with hands-on exposure to aircraft, maintenance workshops, systems and components, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of modern aircraft maintenance practices. The full-time programme will be conducted entirely in English to cater to an international student base.
Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will receive a Certificate of Recognition, enabling them to apply for an EASA Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML) while benefiting from reduced practical experience requirements.
Under EASA regulations, graduates of an approved Part-147 training organisation can apply for an EASA Part-66 licence after four years of practical experience, compared to the standard five-year requirement, providing a faster pathway into the licensed aircraft maintenance profession.
Commenting on the launch, Ruedi Kurz, Director, AMAC Academy Training, said the programme has been designed to combine regulatory compliance with practical industry exposure.
“Our training programmes are designed to fully meet all EASA Part-147 requirements and equip students and professionals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to succeed in today’s aviation industry,” Kurz said.
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The launch of AMAC Academy comes as aircraft maintenance organisations worldwide are investing heavily in workforce development to address the growing shortage of skilled technicians and licensed aircraft engineers. With commercial aviation and business aviation fleets continuing to expand, developing a sustainable pipeline of qualified maintenance personnel has become a strategic priority for the global MRO industry.
By integrating regulatory-approved training with real-world maintenance operations, AMAC Aerospace aims to equip future engineers with the technical expertise and practical skills needed to support increasingly sophisticated aircraft fleets while contributing to the long-term sustainability of the aviation maintenance workforce.
