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Aviation’s aircraft mechanic shortage continues

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Aviation's aircraft mechanic shortage continues

The career that offers well-paid opportunities and ensures flight safety is experiencing a decline in professionals worldwide

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For many years, airlines, engineering companies and maintenance departments have struggled to hire maintenance engineers and technicians, and now there is a global shortage.

An aircraft mechanic's top priority is to ensure the safety and airworthiness of aircraft for passenger travel, air cargo, or ocean transportation for airlines, flight schools, and more. However, in Portugal there is a shortage of aircraft mechanics with the appropriate license for the necessary functions. The EASA License, which allows you to practice in this space and under standard conditions, is increasingly sought after.

According to the Pilot and Technician Outlook 2023-2042, 2.3 million new employees will be needed: "Long-term demand for newly qualified aviation personnel remains strong, as 649,000 new pilots, 690,000 new maintenance technicians and 938,000 new cabin crew members will be needed to fly and maintain the global commercial fleet over the next 20 years." Specifically, in Europe and Asia, new employees will be needed, including: Pilots: 143 thousand Technicians: 156 thousand Cabin crew: 235 thousand

To work in aircraft maintenance, individuals must undergo rigorous training and testing to become certified. At IFA Industries, you can choose category B1, subcategory B1. 1 (Turbine engines) or B1. 2 (Piston engines). Ensuring the safety and quality of aircraft operations is a crucial job, which is why the contribution of a TMA professional is so essential in the industry. These courses have almost 100% employability and the remuneration is proportional to the position, which means that you will achieve good working conditions.

What does an Aircraft Maintenance Technician do? Execution and supervision of maintenance work, to ensure the safety and airworthiness of aircraft with the necessary quality standards. Issuance of certificates attesting to the airworthiness of the aircraft, after maintenance of the structure and mechanical and electrical systems. Execution of complex tasks. Keep pilots and passengers safe and help them fly with an AMT route. Find out more about this course and profession at our Open Day - May 25th in Cascais, Lisbon.

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