Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) is a technical aviation course that trains you to inspect, maintain, and repair airplanes and helicopters so they are safe to fly. This training combines theory classes with hands-on work in workshops and hangars. AME focuses on keeping every part of an aircraft in airworthy condition. You learn to find faults, fix electrical and mechanical parts, and certify an aircraft before it can take off.
Completing this course makes you a vital part of the aviation industry. Planes cannot fly unless AME engineers declare them safe.
In AME you study both theory and practice. You learn:
How aircraft parts work.
Aircraft electrical and instrument systems.
Aerodynamics and structures.
Safety rules and aviation laws.
You also work in labs and workshops to build real skills.
This makes learning interesting and useful. Some students may find the mechanics and details challenging, but hands-on practice makes it easier.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering(AME) Colleges in Kerala provide this course with good infrastructure and tools for learning. Kerala colleges are approved by DGCA (aviation authority), giving you a valid license after completion.
The course often includes a mix of classroom study and practical training with aircraft parts and systems. Many colleges also help students prepare for aviation jobs later.
After finishing the AME course, you are qualified to work in aviation and related fields. Jobs include maintenance roles in airlines, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) companies, and technical support teams.
In India, starting salary for an AME is around INR40,000 to INR80,000 per month with a few years’ experience, and even higher as you grow in skill and responsibility. This can vary by airline, company size, and your work location.
Positive :
AME is a respected technical career with strong demand.
You learn both theory and real hands-on skills.
With experience, your salary can grow well.
Consider :
It can be technical and detailed study.
Requires good focus in science subjects like PCM.
AME is a smart choice for students who enjoy aircraft technology and want a stable, growing career in aviation.