Vocational Areas

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

NCS Code: 3155.0100

An Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) inspects, maintains, repairs, and certifies the airworthiness of aircraft, ensuring they meet strict aviation safety standards set by the DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation). No aircraft can take off without a licensed AMT's sign-off, making this one of the most responsible and in-demand roles in the aviation sector. AMTs work with airlines, maintenance, repair, defence establishments, aircraft manufacturers, and private charter companies in India and globally.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Technical Knowledge of Aircraft Systems (Mechanical, Avionics, Hydraulics)

• Precision, Attention to Detail & Problem-Solving

• Proficiency in Reading Technical Manuals & Engineering Drawings

• Knowledge of DGCA / EASA / FAA Regulations

• Teamwork & Communication in High-Pressure Environments

• Physical Stamina & Safety Consciousness

SUCCESS STORY

Sonalika Mishra, from Narasinghpur, Odisha, dreamt of the skies—and made it happen through sheer grit. After completing her schooling at Government Girls' High School, she pursued Aircraft Maintenance Engineering at Utkal Aerospace Engineering College, Bhubaneswar, followed by six months of hands-on training with Air India in Kolkata. She then completed 200 hours of rigorous flight training at Redbird Flight Training Academy and cleared all DGCA examinations to earn her Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). In a state where female commercial pilots remain rare, Sonalika's achievement is a landmark — she is now set to serve as a First Officer (Co-Pilot) in a commercial airline, proving that for young women in Odisha, the sky is truly no limit.

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