Academy 147

22/06/2026

Why Aircraft Maintenance Training Must Go Beyond Shadowing

Effective Aircraft Maintenance Training is critical for developing safe and competent aviation technicians. We often hear the same phrase when a new technician starts:

“Have him shadow one of the senior guys for a few weeks.”

At first, that sounds reasonable. Shadowing has its place. Watching an experienced technician work can help a new hire understand flow, habits, standards, and expectations. But somewhere along the way, many organizations began treating shadowing as if it were a complete training program.

It is not.

Contact us: https://academyaviationgroup.com/get-in-touch/

https://academyaviationgroup.com/news/aircraft-maintenance-training-beyond-shadowing/

Discover why shadowing alone isn't enough for aircraft maintenance training and how structured programs improve safety, competency, and retention.

20/05/2026

What separates a course that prepares you for an exam from one that prepares you for a career?

In our latest interview, Andrew Trinchero, Managing Director of Academy Aviation Group, breaks down what aircraft type training really means for licensed technicians and why it's one of the smartest investments in a long-term aviation career.

Key takeaways from the conversation:

- Why type-specific training is the dividing line between knowing an aircraft and truly knowing one
- How global regulatory approvals (FAA, EASA, UK CAA, GCAA, CAAS, DGCA, CASA) expand career mobility
- What makes Academy's instructor-led, hands-on approach different
- How to choose a training provider that prepares you for the job, not just the test

Read the full interview
https://academyaviationgroup.com/news/aircraft-type-training-careers/

Academy Aviation Group's Andrew Trinchero on why aircraft type training opens doors for licensed technicians and how global regulatory approvals make it count.

08/05/2026

Advance your aviation maintenance expertise with Training Courses.

We’re offering specialized training opportunities covering some of business aviation’s most recognized aircraft platforms, including , , , and .

Upcoming Courses:
| May 18–22
| May 25–29
| Jun 1–5
| Jun 8–12

For team enrollment, personalized guidance, or course details, please contact Carole RUH | [email protected] | +33 646712173 or complete the registration form on our website: https://lnkd.in/ejTD5Qhw

Invest in knowledge. Strengthen your team. Support excellence in aviation maintenance.

04/05/2026

When the Classroom Doesn’t Close

In aircraft maintenance training, the real measure of a course isn’t the final exam. It’s what happens months later, in a hangar, when an experienced technician is staring down an intermittent fault that refuses to be reproduced on the bench. This is the story of one of those moments, and what it reveals about how Academy Aviation Group builds training relationships that outlast the syllabus.

Read the full article here: https://academyaviationgroup.com/news/when-the-classroom-doesnt-close/

30/04/2026

Featured in , a proud moment for & Academy 147.

Our feature showcases what makes us different: personalized training, experienced instructors, and delivered aviation solutions.

“Global yet Nimble” - captures our vision of combining international reach!

Ready to elevate your aviation training?

Visit our website to discover how we can support your organization: https://academyaviationgroup.com/

Read the full magazine here: https://issuu.com/bizavmedia/docs/business_aviation_magazine_issue_37_-_spring_2026?fr=sMWVkZDg0OTQxNTk



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23/04/2026

We are at Booth A2-203 | April 22-25, 2026 ready to:

✈️ Share insights on aviation training & development
✈️ Connect with maintenance professionals & operators
✈️ Discuss the future of aviation education
✈️ Meet some amazing faces from our community

Meet our team:
Carole RUH | Director of Sales | +33 6 46 71 21 73 | [email protected]

Krste Atanasovski | Operations Manager | +356 99917956 | [email protected]

Florian Schaller | Instructor at Academy 147

Stamatina Kiriazou | Creative Experience Designer | [email protected]

Let's make this year unforgettable in AERO Friedrichshafen

06/04/2026

At Academy 147, we believe that the biggest milestones are not just measured in years, but in people, growth, and the journey we build together.

This week, we celebrated Krste Atanasovski’s 10-year anniversary with the company, a milestone that deserves recognition and appreciation.

Here’s to many more years of working, growing, and celebrating together.

26/03/2026

Why Critical Thinking Matters in Aviation Maintenance Training?

Our Experienced Instructor, Florian Schaller, said that:

"One of the important maintenance issues in the real world, which students do not learn from manuals, is that many aircraft malfunctions occur during flight, but most troubleshooting and testing are done on the ground. Therefore, a major factor is absent during troubleshooting, which is actually present during flight, i.e., temperature, pressure, vibrations, airflow, and speed. As a result, it is possible that a system may pass all tests on the ground, but it can have the same problem during flight. In such cases, it is possible that the maintenance personnel may have actually followed all the procedures described in the manuals and performed all the tests, but the problem is still there..."

Read the full article here: https://academyaviationgroup.com/news/why-critical-thinking-matters-in-aviation-maintenance-training/

Academy 147, part of Academy Aviation Group, will be at AERO Friedrichshafen, and we would be happy to continue this discussion in person. If you would like to talk about maintenance training, human factors, or instructor-led practical training, feel free to contact us and book a meeting with our team during the event here: https://academyaviationgroup.com/events/aero-friedrichshafen-2026/

We look forward to meeting you at .

Academy 147

Manuals are essential in aviation maintenance, but experience and critical thinking prevent misapplication. Learn Florian’s instructor perspective and the evidence behind it.” Learn why critical thinking matters in aviation maintenance training.

05/03/2026

is returning to the world’s leading trade show for General Aviation, 2026 ✈️

Events like remind us why we love being part of the aviation community. From general aviation enthusiasts to maintenance professionals, it’s always great to connect with people who share the same passion!

We’re excited to be back again this year and look forward to meeting many of you in person.

📍 Booth A2-203
📅 April 22–25, 2026

If you’re attending Friedrichshafen, come by and say hello or book a meeting with our team.
🔗 Learn more and schedule a meeting here: https://academyaviationgroup.com/events/aero-friedrichshafen-2026/

See you in !

02/03/2026

🚨 Upcoming B1/B2 EASA Part-147 Type Training – Don't Miss this Intake!

Advance your aircraft maintenance career with ’s comprehensive B1/B2 Theoretical & Practical Type Courses, designed for engineers aiming for type endorsement and real operational readiness.

Gulfstream G280
📅 9 March – 21 April 2026

Bombardier Challenger 300 / 350
📅 23 March – 1 May 2026

Our programs combine deep theoretical knowledge with real-world troubleshooting practice, covering airframe, powerplant, electrical, and avionics systems using approved maintenance data and real maintenance scenarios.
✔ ATA-structured system training
✔ Hands-on practical assessments
✔ Approved documentation usage (AMM, IPC, FIM)
✔ System testing, fault diagnosis & troubleshooting
✔ Multiple international Part-147 certificates available
✔ Ideal for engineers preparing for base & line maintenance responsibility

🎯 Why join?
Because type training isn’t just a requirement - it’s what positions you for license endorsement, career progression, and operational authority.

📩 Seats are limited and filling quickly.
Contact: [email protected]

🌐 More courses available on our website:
https://academyaviationgroup.com/easa-compliant-courses/