At AST, we’re committed to delivering the highest standard of training, giving you the perfect launchpad for a successful career in Aircraft Engineering. Our students are our top priority, and we uphold the highest ethical standards to ensure you gain essential skills and knowledge before stepping into the dynamic world of airlines and live maintenance hangars.
Your journey at AST will be anything but ordinary. In our Approved Basic Training you'll engage in hands-on training under the guidance of seasoned aircraft engineers in our well-equipped training hangar. This practical experience is invaluable, setting you apart as you pursue your Aircraft Engineering career. Our Approved Training Course prepares you for both the theoretical and practical aspects of your Aircraft Engineering Licence, ensuring you are job ready.
Our Part-66 Category B Approved Basic Training course meets the rigorous standards of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UKCAA). With a 60:40 split between theory and practical training, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to excel. The practical component focuses on developing your hand skills and aircraft maintenance techniques in fully equipped workshops, simulating a real commercial maintenance environment.
As part of your training, you’ll experience 8 weeks of Aircraft Maintenance Environment Training (AMET) in a Part-145 environment, further enhancing your practical knowledge and experience. We partner with various Airlines and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Organizations, both in the UK and abroad, to facilitate your AMET placement, helping you fast-track your career in Aircraft Engineering!
Located at the bustling Perth Airport, our campus features a modern, purpose-built training hangar, complete with well facilitated classrooms and workshops. The open hangar area mirrors an active commercial maintenance setting, ensuring you gain practical experience in a real-world context. Nestled in the scenic Perthshire hills, the airport is not only a hub for professional flying but also home to the Scottish Aero Club and ACS Aviation, offering pilot training opportunities.
With speciality retail outlets, and a café on-site, our campus provides a vibrant and supportive environment for your studies.
Take the first step towards an exciting career in Aircraft Engineering. Apply now and discover how AST can help you achieve your dreams! Your future in aviation awaits—let's take off together!
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