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GET YOUR CAREER OFF THE GROUND!

EASA PART 147 APPROVED

basic training courses B1.1/B2

WITH A NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING. (EUROPEAN REGULATIONS)

www.aviationinstitute.co.nz


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AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERS

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are a

vital part of any airline operation, ensuring

that aircraft are available for service and

maintained in an optimal and safe condition.

Large aircraft are complex machines

which need to be serviced by teams of

technicians and engineers. Licensed Aircraft

Maintenance Engineers have the additional

responsibility of certifying work carried out on

the aircraft.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers regularly

perform inspections of aircraft structure,

mechanical and electronic systems, engines

and cabin to ensure that everything is

functioning correctly and meets regulatory

and safety requirements.

Their work typically involves assembling and

disassembling aircraft components for repair

and overhaul, as well as replacing or reinstalling

parts after further testing and inspections.

Aircraft maintenance engineers need to have

first-hand knowledge of aircraft structures,

mechanical and electrical systems and

electronics as well as the approved repair

techniques and procedures required to

service them.

They must learn how to use specialised tools

and equipment to do their job correctly, and

apply safe work practices. Engineers also

need to have an understanding of how aircraft

fly (aerodynamics) and how different materials

will react during flight in order to completely

understand the maintenance requirements of

the aircraft they will be servicing.

The airline industry is a highly regulated

environment that strives to maintain the

highest safety standards at all times, so

Engineers need to refer to a wide range of

documentation when performing their duties,

and are actively involved in keeping accurate

records of the work that they perform.

An exciting career and a vital role to play in the success of any airline or maintenance organisation.


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EASA APPROVED TRAINING COURSESA typical pathway to becoming a Licensed

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer involves

successfully completing an approved Training

Course which ensures full coverage of all

subjects and international compliance with the

strict requirements of the aviation industry.

The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute

offers a multi-stream (B1.1, B1.3, B2) Basic

Training Course which is fully approved

under European Aviation Safety Agency Part

147 regulations. This regulatory body was

formed by the airworthiness authorities of

the European Union in 2003 and is today

one of the foremost agencies of its type with

regulatory and executive tasks in the field of

civilian aviation safety around the world.

As an EASA Approved Training Organisation,

the Air New Zealand Aviation Institute is

authorised to issue course completion

certificates to graduates of our EASA

Basic Training Course. This ensures that

the qualification you obtain with us will be

recognised around the world, or is easily

transferable to regions where there is a

direct correlation between EASA and your

local airworthiness regulatory authority. This

is possible because EASA legislation and

regulations are either already adopted, or

closely align with the rules and legislation

currently in place, for example, in Asia and

the Middle East.





AIR NEW ZEALAND AVIATION INSTITUTE

The Aviation Institute has campuses in

Auckland and Christchurch, New Zealand and

counts among its customers over 11,000 Air

New Zealanders, the staff of airlines, militaries

and MROs from Asia, Oceania and the Middle

East, as well as individuals seeking to up-skill

or enter the aviation industry.

Our domestic and international customers

are able to access the full spectrum of

training programmes that we provide to the

Air New Zealand Group and benefit from the

operational industry experience we embed

into those programmes.

A typical business customer for the Aviation

Institute is an airline seeking to address

manpower shortages with one of our ab-

initio programmes, or to solve a short-fall in

training capacity, driven by either a lack of

own facilities, or an increase in demand due

to the acquisition of new or additional aircraft.

The Aviation Institute has 5 schools catering

for different roles with135 dedicated training

staff and 47,000 student enrolments in the

last financial year.

The Aviation Institute’s School of Flight

provides ab-initio flight and bridging training

with 5 New Zealand based flying schools,

and is a TRTO with nine full flight simulators.

Aircraft types catered for are B767, B777-

200/300, B787, A320 (x2), ATR72-500,

ATR72-600, Q300, and B1900D.

The School of Engineering operates from both

Auckland and Christchurch campuses, providing

apprentice-level programmes for domestic and

international companies and students.

Its EASA approved 2-year maintenance

course is increasingly popular, with

international students outnumbering those

being trained for the New Zealand industry.

The Aviation Institute has campuses in Auckland and Christchurch, New Zealand and counts among its customers over 11,000 Air New Zealanders, the staff of airlines, militaries and MROs from Asia, Oceania and the Middle East, as well as individuals seeking to up-skill or enter the aviation industry.





+ SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

FACILITIES

The School of Engineering operates from

campuses in Auckland and Christchurch,

both of which have dedicated training aircraft,

workshops and classrooms. A new purpose

built aircraft maintenance training campus

was opened in Christchurch in 2015 adjacent

to the Air New Zealand Engineering and

Maintenance MRO Hangar.

+ INSTRUCTORS

Our instructors are Aircraft Maintenance

Engineers who also hold instructional

qualifications. As part of their continuing

professional development, our instructors

regularly participate in industry work placements

to ensure that they remain at the forefront of

their vocational and academic specialism.

+ key facts and figures

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

The Aviation Institute is an EASA Part 147 approved training organisation for both basic maintenance and aircraft type training.



The programme delivers a combination of

theoretical and practical modules over a

period of 82 training weeks including

time spent in a Part 145 Approved

Maintenance Organisation.

Air New Zealand Aviation Institute’s EASA

Part 147 Approved Basic Training Course

offers international students the unique

opportunity to study in New Zealand,

learn from one of the world’s leading airlines

and obtain an internationally

recognised qualification.

The 2 year programme is also approved by

the New Zealand Qualifications Authority

as a New Zealand Diploma in Aeronautical

Engineering (European Regulations) –

Level 5, so graduates receive both an

aviation industry recognised and academic

qualification. During the first year, students

study a comprehensive syllabus providing

a sound overview of all aircraft systems,

mechanical and avionics, and both fixed

wing, and helicopter. During all phases

of training theory lessons are mixed with

practical courses to develop good hand skills

and reinforce learning. Students then start

their 2nd year undertaking common EASA

modules before moving on to specialised

studies in either the Mechanical (B1.1) or

Avionic (B2) disciplines. It is during this 2nd

year that EASA examinations for licence

are sat. This phased approach provides the

big picture earlier and allows international

students to acclimatise before sitting

formal regulatory exams. Graduates, having

satisfied the examination and assessment

requirements of the EASA course, candidates

are able to continue their training with a third

party sponsor or employer in an approved

maintenance organisation in order to gain

relevant and documented experience towards

making an application for Licence (LAME) in

the appropriate category.

EASA BASIC TRAINING COURSE

The Aviation Institute’s EASA Part 147 Approved Basic Training Course is for students who wish to become Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in either the Mechanical (B1.1 or B1.3) or Avionic (B2) category.



Our EASA courses are scheduled approximately every 4 months providing start dates that suit both northern and southern hemisphere school years. The following courses have been scheduled in 2016.

SCHEDULING

Programme Start Date End Date Location

B1.1 or B2 7 March 2016 December 2017 Christchurch

B1.1 or B2 11 July 2016 May 2018 Christchurch

B1.1 or B2 31 October 2016 August 2018 Christchurch

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The diagram on the following page provides

a summary of these phases. Following

a New Zealand induction, students are

enrolled into the National Certificate in

Aeronautical Engineering. Concepts and

topics are introduced through a combination

of classroom study, practical training in

aviation workshops and familiarisation visits

to an operational aircraft maintenance base.

Students receive an ideal introduction to their

future career and working environment, whilst

building a solid foundation of knowledge that

will be revisited in depth during their second

year of study.

The next phase builds on this newly acquired

proficiency with a 21-week programme of

common EASA modules (1-10). In the case

that a difference exists in the level required

for either the B1 or the B2 streams, the

subject is taught to the highest level. This

means that students who wish to convert

between a B1 or B2 licence at some point

in the future will already be qualified to

the required standard for those common

modules, without the need for

additional training.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

The Aviation Institute’s EASA Part 147 Approved Basic Training Course is delivered in 4 phases, providing students with a comprehensive programme that combines theory, practical and a dedicated period of on-job Training.


The third phase of training involves students

or sponsors selecting a trade specialisation in

either B1.1 Aeroplanes Turbine Engines, B1.3

Helicopters Turbine Engines or B2 Avionic

category of Licence. Students then focus on

the theoretical and practical training relevant

to their chosen career path.

The final phase of the programme is a

posting to a Part 145 Organisation for 8

weeks of “on job training” (OJT). Students

following the B1.1 and B2 streams are

posted to Air New Zealand Technical

Operations, where they will experience

a sizeable line and base maintenance

operation. Students following the B1.3

stream are posted to specialist helicopter

maintenance facilities. This phase is key to

consolidating the knowledge and skills learnt

in classrooms, workshops or training hangars

and marks a vital transition into the real world.

It is a huge confidence builder that prepares

the student for their sponsor’s organisation or

their first job.

Our phased approach therefore provides

coverage of key topics at a basic level before

building on this foundation knowledge as the

student progresses through the course. This

enables students to keep sight of all relevant

information and see how it all fits together,

instead of studying subjects in isolation or as

separate, disconnected elements.

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+ Acclimatise Quicker

Domestic and international students study

together in the same classroom, providing

greater opportunities for International

students to assimilate into their new

environment, make friends and strengthen

their English language skills.

+ Develop Greater Systems Knowledge

All students receive a comprehensive

understanding of mechanical and avionic

systems of fixed and rotary wing aircraft at

a Certificate level before studying licence

subjects at the level required by EASA Part

66. Students see the bigger picture earlier

and build on this knowledge, instead of

studying subjects separately as

unrelated topics.

+ Achieve improved results

Students for whom English is a second

language receive training during their first

36 weeks at a level that is more appropriate

to their language abilities at that time. This

allows them to make progress at a realistic

pace and reach the right level in preparation

for the forma EASA module examinations,

which are not taken until phase 2. This crucial

“settling-in” period allows students to adjust

to their new environment and to establish a

strong examination technique, conducive to

obtaining good results.

+ Have career path flexibility

Students or sponsors can delay making a

final trade determination until the second year.

By this time students will have developed

an affinity for mechanical or avionic aspects,

allowing them to make an informed decision

and choose the most appropriate path for

specialisation. Even downstream changes can

be accommodated more easily thanks to a

common core of subjects taught at the highest

level earlier on in the programme.

Embedding the National Certificate inside of the approved EASA curriculum offers significant benefits over the traditional method of teaching subjects solely “by the modules”. Instead, with our integrated approach, students are able to:

PROGRAMME BENEFITSPROGRAMME BENEFITS



ENTRY REQUIREMENTSStudents attending this programme must

have successfully completed an Air New

Zealand Placement Test. International

Students must be High School graduates,

aged 18 years or over, and able to

demonstrate competency in English language

to a level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Ideally

applicants will have completed Maths,

Physics and English in Year 12.

The placement test will consist of:

+ A multi choice English paper.

(1 hr max)

+ A maths & physics paper

(1 ½ hr max)

The Placement Test is conducted in a

supervised environment that is coordinated with

our agent network, or with offshore diplomatic

posts & sponsor companies where possible.

COURSE FEES2016 Course fees for the B1.1or B2 strand

are $62,100.00 New Zealand dollars.

NOTE: Course Fees do not include the

additional cost of Personal Protective

Equipment, Textbooks, Medical & Travel Insurance

or Living Expenses. Pricing for these additional

items can be viewed on our website.

COURSE APPROVALThe Air New Zealand Aviation Institute is a Part

141 and 147 approved maintenance training

organisation for both basic and type training.

The programme outlined above is an approved

basic training course as described in EASA

147.A.200 for categories B1.1 Aeroplanes

Turbine Engine B1.3 Turbine Helicopters and B2

Avionics.

In addition to the EASA industry approval, this

programme also leads to the New Zealand

Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (European

Regulations) - Level 5.

ENROLMENTSFurther information and an enrolment form: Aviation Study Centre

W: www.aviationstudycentre.com/apply

E: [email protected]

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FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

Q) Which course of study should I

choose if I would like to become an

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

A) The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute’s

EASA Part 147 Approved Basic Training

Course is an ideal way for candidates

to study to become a Licenced Aircraft

Maintenance Engineer. International

candidates are invited to apply for the EASA

Basic Training Course which is 81 weeks

duration (for the B1.1 Mechanical stream)

or 82 weeks duration (for B2 Avionics). In

general, you should allow for around 94

weeks in total to take into account semester

breaks and holidays.

Q) How much does this course cost

A) The 2016 International fee for this course

is $62,100 (New Zealand Dollars), payable in

two installments.

Q) Is the EASA Basic Training Course

conducted as a full-time course

A) Yes. A typical training day is from 08:30

to 15:30 which leaves you free time in the

evenings and at weekends. You will also

have to submit assignments and dedicate

an appropriate amount of time to study

throughout the course.

Q) What are the pre-requisites to enrol

on this course

A) International candidates must be at least

18 years of age when commencing the

course. You must complete an IELTS English

test (or equivalent) and obtain at least level

5.5. Candidates should also have completed

High School, preferably with passes in Maths,

Physics and English in Year 12. You must

take the Air New Zealand Placement Test

will be organised with one of our student

recruitment agents or made available online.

This test consists of a Maths & Physics test

and an English test. There is currently no

charge for the Placement Test.

Q) Do I need a Student Visa to study in

New Zealand

A) Visas applications are made on an

individual basis and we suggest that you

refer to the NZ immigration site for more

details: www.immigration.govt.nz/

migrant/stream/study. Once a student is

successfully enrolled on one of our courses

and has paid their first year of fees, we will

support your application for a Student Visa.

Our agents will also be able to assist you with

this process.

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Q) Can I work during the time that I am

studying in New Zealand

A) Immigration New Zealand will assess

each student visa application on a case-by-

case basis. In most circumstances you will

be granted the possibility of undertaking

paid work up to 20 hours per week. On

graduation, you may be eligible for a Study to

Work Visa after gaining a qualification in New

Zealand . We strongly recommend that you

consult the latest information found at the

following link:

www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/

stream/study/canistudyinnewzealand/

allaboutvisas/#work

Q) What is an EASA Part 147 approved

Basic Training course and how does it

compare to other Aircraft Maintenance

training courses

A) Our EASA Part 147 approved Training

Course is an internationally recognised

programme leading to a Licenced Aircraft

Maintenance Engineer qualification. This course

includes theory and practical training, licence

exams and 8 weeks of Part 145 organisation

experience (On Job Training). Air New Zealand

is an award winning global airline and our

course reflects the same high standards of

training that we would expect to provide to our

own staff. You will be taught by experienced

professionals from the industry and train at our

dedicated facilities in New Zealand.

In order to comply with standard EASA

Licence issuing requirements, candidates

are then required to gain further relevant

and documented practical experience for

approximately two more years with an

employer or a third-party sponsor in an

approved organisation before you make an

application for licence.

Q) When do your courses start

A) Our courses typically start in January /

February or in September / October

every year.

Q) Can I complete the 2 years of

additional OJT with the Air New

Zealand Aviation Institute ?

A) We do not currently offer On Job

Training (OJT) to individuals, beyond the

8 weeks that are included in the EASA

course. Some limited opportunities exist for

company sponsored cadets but we are not

currently able to offer this type of training to

individuals. This situation may change in the

future, but we advise prospective students to

look into other options for performing the two

years of additional Practical Training required

by EASA in order to obtain their licence.

Most aircraft maintenance organisations will

recognise your course completion certificate

and the training standards of Air New

Zealand Aviation Institute.

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Q) Do you offer accommodation and

Student Support services

A) Whilst we do not operate our own

accommodation facility, the majority of our

students find suitable rental or homestay

arrangements near our Christchurch or

Auckland Training Schools to suit individual

requirements and budgets.

Successful candidates enrolling on our

course will have access to our Student

Support Officers in order to assist with this

aspect and other enquiries during your time

studying with us at the Aviation Institute. In

addition, we provide you with an International

Student Induction course on your arrival,

which will cover a range of useful topics

including New Zealand law, health and safety,

banking etc and help to settle you into your

new environment.

In addition to our regulatory approvals from

the airworthiness authorities of the EU

(EASA), New Zealand (CAANZ) and Australia

(CASA), the Air New Zealand Aviation

Institute is a registered Private Training

Establishment (PTE) which means that it is

fully recognised as an education provider by

the New Zealand Government. We therefore

subscribe to the Code of Practice for the

Pastoral Care of International Students.

More details about what this means can be

found in the following document:

www.nzqa.govt.nz/assets/Providers-

and-partners/Code-flyer-NZQA.pdf

Q) Do you offer scholarships

A) The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute

does not currently offer scholarships or

funding to individuals. However, we are an

approved provider of aviation training courses

and our EASA Basic Training Course leads to

an internationally recognised qualification that

is transferable and acknowledged by many

organisations around the world.

It is therefore possible that individuals can

find other funding opportunities by contacting

potential future employers or look at other

means of finance & sponsorship such as their

own government’s education scholarships for

offshore study.

A limited number of NZ scholarships

are awarded each year to International

Students and more information can be found

here: www.aid.govt.nz/funding-and-

contracts/scholarships

Q) Do you offer employment at the end

of the course ? What are my chances of

finding work in my chosen field

A) Like all responsible providers of education

and training, it is not possible to suggest that

completing a training course will guarantee

you a job at the end of it. The employability

of an individual depends on a number of

factors including their eligibility to work in a

country and the current market conditions at

that time.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (CONTINUED)


There are, however, numerous studies

that indicate a growing global demand for

qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. Our

own confidence in the EASA qualification

and the EASA regulatory system is a clear

indicator that we believe in a strong potential

for employment opportunities in this field,

around the world.

During your time at the Aviation Institute,

you will undertake modules dedicated to

“Job Skills” which will assist you to prepare

yourself for job interviews, create and

maintain an aviation-specific Curriculum

Vitae and learn about best practices from our

experienced instructors.

Your exposure to a training organisation like

ours, with its real-world experience, airline

personnel and its own dedicated training

infrastructure means that you will be learning

from the best and obtain a unique insight

into the industry in a way that is simply not

possible at many other academic institutions.

Your future chances of employment, as for

all our graduates, remain your responsibility

and are often a function of your performance

and achievements during training, as well

as your overall attitude and approach to

work. However, it can also be acknowledged

that following a recognised and approved

training course such as the EASA Part 147

Approved Basic Training Course will give

you and your prospective employers the

confidence that you have already built a very

solid foundation to your future career as an

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.

Q) Can I work in New Zealand after I

graduate

If you are studying in New Zealand and you

want to stay and work here after you have

completed your studies, you may be eligible

for a work visa under the Study to Work

category. The exact requirements, duration

and the terms and conditions of each visa

depend on a number of factors and are

explained further at the following link:

www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/

stream/work/worktemporarily/

requirements/studytowork.htm



Air New Zealand was incorporated in 1940, and provides domestic and international passenger

transport and cargo services around the globe.

It is a Star Alliance member, operating a fleet of 105 turbo-prop and jet aircraft to 52

international and domestic locations. Its 11,000 staff are proud to have played their part in

winning the ATW “Airline of the Year” award (2010 and 2012), making Air New Zealand the

first airline to win this award twice in 3 years.

AIR NEW ZEALAND



STUDYING IN NEW ZEALANDNew Zealand’s education system is

consistently ranked as one of the best in the

world, making it a popular destination with

the almost 100,000 international students

who enrol annually.

Rigorous organisational approvals are

required in NZ when delivering training

services to domestic and international

students. This provides sponsors and

individuals with reassurance that their

investment in training will be protected and

provide the outcomes sought. New Zealand

also ranks highly as a location to do business,

and is viewed as the least corrupt nation

globally. These rankings highlight the ease

and openness of doing business in

New Zealand.

NZ RECENT WORLD RANKINGS INCLUDE:

+ Auckland 3rd – Mercer “Quality of

Living 2014” survey

+ Auckland ranked in Top Ten Cities in

the World – The Economist “Global

Liveability Survey” 2011 to 2013

+ New Zealand ranked 3rd in the

Global Peace Index - Institute for

Economics & Peace

+ Auckland and Wellington 9th equal

– Mercer “Personal Safety

ranking 2011”

+ World Bank 2013 “Ease of Doing

Business” Index: New Zealand

ranked 3rd behind Singapore &

Hong Kong

+ 2013 Corruption Perceptions Index,

Transparency International: New

Zealand ranked 1st (least corrupt)

+ New Zealand ranked safest country

in the world in online OMGTens and

ClickTop10 surveys

A key decision for students, sponsors and

parents when determining a study destination

often includes the safety and well-being of the

student, how they will be received by their host

nation, and what opportunities exist outside of

the classroom. In all of these respects, cities in

New Zealand consistently rank as some of the

most liveable and safest globally.

In an ever-changing world, New Zealand is

considered an extremely safe location for

students, while providing an abundance of

cultural, metropolitan and adventure experiences

to enhance and complement your stay.

A key decision for students, sponsors and

parents when determining a study destination

often includes the safety and well-being of the

student, how they will be received by their host

nation, and what opportunities exist outside of

the classroom. In all of these respects, cities in

New Zealand consistently rank as some of the

most liveable and safest globally.

In an ever-changing world, New Zealand

is considered an extremely safe location

for students, while providing an abundance

of cultural, metropolitan and adventure

experiences to enhance and complement

your stay.




+ STUDENT FEES PROTECTION

The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute is a

registered Private Training Establishment

(PTE) and accredited by the New Zealand

Qualifications Authority (NZQA). This

government certification acts in the interests

of domestic and international students

to ensure that programmes are industry

relevant, quality assured and that student

fees are fully protected.

+ CODE

The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute has

agreed to observe and be bound by the

Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of

International Students. Copies of the Code

are available from the New Zealand. Ministry

of Education website at

www.minedu.govt.nz/international.

+ IMMIGRATION

Full details of immigration requirements,

advice on rights to employment in New

Zealand while studying, and reporting

requirements are available from Immigration

New Zealand, and can be viewed on their

website at www.immigration.govt.nz.

NOTE: Air New Zealand employment policy

requires all applicants to be New Zealand

citizens or have permanent New Zealand

residency in order to be considered for

positions with Air New Zealand.

+ ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH SERVICES

Most international students are not entitled to

publicly funded health services while in New

Zealand. If you receive medical treatment

during your visit, you may be liable for the

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSIn addition to being an exciting and diverse country, New Zealand places great

value on welcoming visitors, of which international students make up a large part.

New Zealand is committed to ensure that international students have a safe and

positive experience whilst studying here.



full costs of that treatment. Full details

on entitlements to publicly funded health

services are available through the Ministry of

Health, and can be viewed on their website at

www.moh.govt.nz.

+ ACCIDENT INSURANCE

The Accident Compensation Corporation

provides accident insurance for all New

Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary

visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be

liable for all other medical and related costs.

Further information can be viewed on the

ACC website at www.acc.co.nz.

+ MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE

International students (including group

students) must have appropriate and current

medical and travel insurance while in New

Zealand. This is a requirement under The

Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of

International Students. Insurance can be

arranged through ANZAI on request. If

students wish to purchase their insurance

elsewhere, ANZAI needs to be provided with

a copy of the insurance certificate and policy

wordings so we may determine whether

the insurance provides sufficient cover for

the student’s medical, travel and potential

repatriation needs

+ ACCOMMODATION

The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute

does not have any on-site accommodation,

although there are many offsite options to

suit the individual needs and budgets of

our students. For this 2 year programme,

Homestay accommodation is recommended,

but alternatives such as hostels or rented

houses are also available. For more

accommodation information please refer

to our website. Accommodation and living

expenses will depend upon individual choices

and it is expected that international students

will need to allow for around NZD$15,000

per year.



Partly driven by necessity, due to the unique,

geographically-remote location of its Islands in

the southern hemisphere, but equally fostered

through the pioneering and innovative spirit of

its people, New Zealand proudly counts some

of the world’s greatest aviators and inventors

among its own citizens and continues to set

new standards in the industry today. New

Zealand’s aviation history is said to have begun

in 1903, when Richard Pearse, a farmer and

inventor, first flew his monoplane aircraft in a

short but ground-breaking flight that arguably

pre-dates the first controlled flights made by

the Wright brothers.

Whether or not Pearse flew in any acceptable

sense by modern standards, and regardless

of the exact date of events, his first aircraft

was undeniably a remarkable invention.

It embodied several advanced concepts

including a monoplane configuration,

wing flaps and a rear elevator, tricycle

undercarriage with a steerable nose-wheel,

and a propeller with variable-pitch blades

driven by a unique double-acting, horizontally

opposed petrol engine.

New Zealand has continued to foster an

innovative approach to aviation throughout

the years where it has played a significant

part in pushing boundaries and challenging

conventions. Through the exploratory and

collaborative efforts of its industry, New

Zealand companies continue to be at the

forefront of technological advances across

the aviation sector, in diverse areas ranging

from the use of biofuels to the adoption of

advanced navigational techniques.

Our national airline, Air New Zealand, regularly

introduces innovative products & concepts

and consistently sets new standards across all

facets of its operations, continuing a journey

that is rich in history and driven by the same

trailblazing approach that has helped transform

the New Zealand Aviation Industry into the

success that it is today.

NEW ZEALAND AVIATION INDUSTRYThroughout history, New Zealand has featured in a number of prominent aviation achievements and made significant contributions to the advancement and development of flight and international aviation services.



Throughout the years, New Zealand has

continued to develop the use of aviation in

diverse activities including aerial topdressing,

forestry, agriculture and tourism. Today, the

New Zealand Aviation Industry has over 1000

companies and employs more than 23,000

employees. The industry is worth more than

NZD$10 billion and continues to grow

annually at around 9%.

Many New Zealanders practically grow up

with aviation in one form or another. Recent

statistics show there is one aircraft per

thousand people and New Zealand has a

per capita ownership of helicopters that is

amongst the highest in the world. With over

20.5 million square kilometres of uncluttered

airspace and varied terrain, it is an ideal

location for flying and aviation training,

offering much more in terms of flexibility and

opportunities than is possible in many other

parts of the world.



+ First pilot school, ‘New Zealand

Flying School’ established by the

Walsh Brothers in Mission Bay,

Auckland, 1915

+ First “B&W” (Boeing and

Westervelt) Seaplanes imported

from Boeing, 1918 (also Boeing’s

first international sales & export

from the USA)

+ The “B & W”s were later used for

New Zealand express and airmail

deliveries with the country’s first

official airmail flight on Dec. 16,

1919 and a New Zealand altitude

record of 6,500 feet on June 25,

1919

+ 1928, the crew of the Southern

Cross Fokker monoplane

successfully cross the Tasman to

New Zealand after crossing the

Pacific from California to Australia.

+ 1930s - numerous Trans-Tasman

flights successfully achieved, each

time breaking new speed records.

+ 1934 - Jean Batten flew solo from

England to Australia becoming

the fastest solo woman pilot to

achieve the distance and breaking

all records in subsequent years,

including being the first woman to

fly across the Tasman.

+ First 180 and 240 minute ETOPS

flights in 1989 and 2010 achieved by

Air New Zealand

+ First sustainable bio-fuel flight,

2008 by Air New Zealand

+ First RNP equipped Airbus 320

fleet, 2009 - Air New Zealand

+ Air New Zealand is the only airline

to circumnavigate the globe with its

daily service to London via Hong

Kong or Los Angeles.

+ In 2014, Air New Zealand was the

first airline in the world to fly

commercial passengers on the

Boeing B787-9 variant of the

Dreamliner.

KEY FACTS



1. Email the Aviation Study Centre Admissions Office:

[email protected] if you have any questions

OR

visit the website and apply online at:

www.aviationstudycentre.com/apply

2. We will assess your application and get back to you within 5 business days with

a confirmation and further instructions.

3. Pay your deposit and sign your student agreement .

4. Apply for a visa - we will provide the necessary documents and information to

help you.

5. Arrange flights, accommodation and insurance.

6. Arrive and start your journey to becoming a world class aircraft maintenance

engineer!

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