Why Train as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in Kenya?
Aircraft maintenance is one of the most in-demand and highest-paying careers in aviation. With growing air travel in Africa, skilled AMEs are urgently needed.
Africa needs 10,000+ aircraft maintenance engineers by 2030. Airlines like Kenya Airways, Ethiopian, and RwandAir are actively recruiting.
EASA Part-66 license is recognized in 50+ countries. Work in Europe, Middle East, Asia, or anywhere in the world with your certification.
95% of our graduates get employed within 3 months. We have direct partnerships with MROs in Kenya, India, and Vietnam.
What You Will Learn
Program Structure
Phase 1: Theory (18 Months)
Classroom training at Wilson Airport covering all EASA Part-66 modules
Phase 2: OJT (6 Months)
Hands-on training at approved MROs in Kenya, India, or Vietnam
Certification
EASA Part-66 B1.1 (Turbine) and/or B2 (Avionics) license
OJT Placement Pathways
- Location: Wilson Airport & JKIA
- Duration: 6 months
- Cost: USD 1,000
- Aircraft: Cessna, DHC-8, ATR
- AirWorks, GMR Aero Technic
- Duration: 1-3 years
- Cost: USD 9,290+
- Aircraft: A320, B737, B787
- VAECO, Hanoi
- Duration: 2 years
- Cost: USD 28,050+
- Aircraft: Full widebody fleet
Frequently Asked Questions
The Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering at Harmonics Air Centre is 18 months of theory followed by 6 months of On-the-Job Training (OJT), totaling 24 months to full EASA Part-66 certification.
The full program costs USD 4,200 - 7,200 (KES 550,000 - 930,000) depending on the modules chosen. This includes EASA Part-66 B1.1 (Turbine Aeroplanes) and B2 (Avionics) modules.
Requirements include: KCSE C+ overall with C+ in Mathematics, Physics, and English. Age 17+ years. No prior aviation experience needed.
Entry-level AMEs in Kenya earn KES 80,000-120,000/month. With EASA Part-66 license and experience, salaries reach KES 200,000-350,000/month. International positions pay USD 3,000-6,000/month.
Yes! The EASA Part-66 license is recognized in all European Union countries, UK, Middle East, and most international airlines worldwide. It's the gold standard for aircraft maintenance certification.
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