Supplementary training as an aircraft mechanic, helicopter
At Rega, training to become an aircraft mechanic is defined as secondary training, and is carried out in accordance with the provisions laid down by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The Swiss Aircraft Maintenance Association (SAMA) (www.svfb.ch) organises and monitors this training in collaboration with the aircraft maintenance firms concerned. The training lasts three years. Applicants are not required to sit an entrance examination.
Rega is responsible for carrying out the practical training. The theoretical part comprises nine modules, and takes the form of courses (at school) and self-study. The modules are delivered in English. Each module finishes with an examination (multiple choice/essay).
Persons who successfully complete this training are awarded the "EASA Part-66 B1.3 Lizenz Luftfahrzeugmechaniker Helikopter" diploma.
- Successfully completed technical apprenticeship (in accordance with SAMA)
- Particularly suitable professions:
- Polymechanic Level E, specialising in maintenance
- Automotive mechantronics engineer, formerly known as car mechanic
- Agricultural machinery mechanic
- Engineer, Level E
- Or another 4-year traineeship approved by the Federal Office of Civil Aviation FOCA
- Very good knowledge of electrical systems and/or electronics
- Very good spoken and written knowledge of English, level: "First Certificate in English" or higher
- Age at the time of recruitment: 20 to 25 years
- Driving licence, category B
- Place of residence: max. 60 minutes from the place of work at the Rega Center, Zurich Airport
Swiss Aircraft Maintenance Association (SAMA)
Federal Office of Civil Aviation FOCA