College of the North Atlantic (CNA) - Gander

College Diploma – Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician

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Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada

College / Diploma CA$11,316/yr

Program overview

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician two-year program offers specialized practical training in the safety inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of aircraft structures and systems:

  • Comprehensive Technical Scope: Covers fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, including powerplant systems, avionics, airframe structures, and ground handling procedures.

  • Transport Canada Accreditation: Meets basic training requirements for M1 (Small Aircraft), M2 (Large Aircraft), and E (Avionics) license categories.

  • Licensing Fast-Track: Grants qualified graduates a 21-month experience credit toward the required 48 months, along with exemption credits for required Transport Canada knowledge exams.

  • Industry Learning Outcomes: Focuses on safety practices, technical execution, regulatory compliance, and workplace professionalism required to write the final Aircraft Maintenance Regulations license exam.

  • Diverse Career Prospects: Prepares graduates for technician roles across fixed-wing/rotary commercial airlines, helicopter operators, aircraft manufacturers, repair/overhaul facilities, flying schools, and government departments.

Eligibility & requirements

Academic Background: Grade 12 / High School Completion.

Minimum GPA: 60.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

  • IELTS: 6.0

  • TOEFL: 79.0

  • PTE: 53.0

  • Duolingo: 105

Direct Admission:

  • Applicants awaiting official language test results can apply directly and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

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