Aircraft Technician
Make the dream of working with airplanes and helicopters come true! Become an aircraft technician and get hands-on experience with, for example, F16, Airbus A380, and Chinook. You can take the training in Hvidovre and become part of an exciting industry where you work with some of the world's most impressive aircraft.
KOPIERET
(in danish)
46 SEK
Job Opportunities
As a trained aircraft technician, you have job opportunities within the aviation industry, even if you want to work internationally. Aircraft technicians mainly work in aircraft workshops in both civilian and military airports. This gives you the chance to work with different types of airplanes and helicopters and have a versatile career. You become an important part of a team that ensures aircraft are in top condition and ready to fly.
Further Education
As an aircraft technician, you have good opportunities for further education. You can choose to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering, where you can specialize further in the design and maintenance of machines and engines. Alternatively, you can train to become an electronics engineer, focusing on the electrical systems in aircraft and other advanced technologies. These further education options allow you to take your career to the next level and open doors to even more exciting job opportunities in both the aviation and technology industries.
Find your options in Adgangskortet.
You can also continue your education with short, competency-giving AMU courses.
Grundforløb 1 (GF1)
20 uger
Kommer du direkte fra 9. eller 10. klasse, skal du starte på Grundforløb 1 (GF1). Læs mere om vores forskellige fagretninger på GF1 her.
Basic Course (GF1)
20 weeks
Main Course
1-6,5 years
Dual Education System
Typically, you will be at the school for 6 periods of 10 weeks each, and the rest of the time you will be at an apprenticeship placement.
Subjects
In the aircraft technician education, you will be taught subjects such as aerodynamics, engines, aircraft structure, and aircraft instruments. You will also have subjects like physics, mathematics, and electronics. This ensures that you gain a broad and in-depth understanding of both the technical and theoretical aspects of aircraft technology.
Apprenticeship
In the aircraft technician program, you need to apprentice at a company. You must find an apprenticeship yourself. The internship allows you to apply your skills in real-life situations and gain valuable experience in the industry. Are you ready to take the first step toward an exciting career as an aircraft technician? We are here to support you in finding the right apprenticeship.
Job tasks
As a trained aircraft technician, you have a range of exciting and responsible tasks. You will work on the maintenance and repair of airplanes and helicopters, including engines, aircraft structures, and avionics systems. You will perform inspections and troubleshooting to ensure that the aircraft are in top condition and meet all safety standards. Additionally, you will update and prepare documentation and user manuals, often in English. Your role as an aircraft technician is crucial to keeping planes in the air.
Specializations
B1 Aircraft Technician (Mechanics)
Duration: 5 years (including Basic Course 2)
In Level 2, the focus is on mechanics. You will develop your skills and delve deeper than in the previous level. You will continue to alternate between periods at school and your apprenticeship company, where you can handle more complex tasks with your new knowledge.
At Level 2, you can choose from the following specializations:
- Aircraft with turbine engines
- Aircraft with piston engines
- Helicopters with turbine engines
B2 Aircraft Technician (Avionics)
Duration: 6 ½ years (including Basic Course 1)
In Level 3, the focus shifts to electrical components and systems. You will learn to repair and troubleshoot systems such as instruments, navigation, and communications. Upon completing Level 3, you will have an in-depth and broad knowledge of both mechanical and electronic parts.
Local Education Plan (LUP)
This is how the apprenticeship works
Find apprenticeship
It's important to find the right apprenticeship. Starting from Basic Course 2, you should actively search on lærepladsen.dk.This way, we ensure that you find an apprenticeship that matches your ambitions and interests.
The School Training Center at TEC
Can't find an apprenticeship right away? No problem! You can spend part or all of your apprenticeship at our School Training Center. Here, you'll work in workshops with modern facilities and dedicated instructors who ensure you receive high-quality education. We closely collaborate with local companies, so you'll gain plenty of hands-on experience.
Questions and Answers
Here you can find answers to the most common questions about the education. If you don't find the answer, we are ready to help.The aircraft technician education lasts up to 6.5 years in total, depending on the choice of specialization.
You can choose from the following specializations:
- Level 1: Aircraft with turbine engines, aircraft with piston engines, helicopters with turbine engines.
- Level 2: Aircraft with turbine engines, aircraft with piston engines, helicopters with turbine engines.
You need to find an apprenticeship yourself, but we will assist you in searching and finding the right company where you can gain practical experience and learn from experienced professionals.
As a trained aircraft technician, you can work in the maintenance and repair of airplanes and helicopters at both civilian and military airports. You can also choose to further your education and become a mechanical engineer or electronic engineer.
You will be taught subjects such as aerodynamics, engines, aircraft structure, aircraft instruments, physics, mathematics, and electronics.