Study local, go global with Asian Aviation Centre and Aviation Australia
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Ever considered studying overseas? Kalana Isuranga did just that, joining the aircraft maintenance engineering program at Aviation Australia.
Kalana had aspirations of becoming a qualified aircraft maintenance engineer, with prospects of gaining an European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA) and U.A.E. General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) approved license.
“Amongst all of the EASA Part 147 approved training organisations, Aviation Australia had the best reputation in the aviation industry. This was evident in Australia and also overseas,” said Kalana.
Kalana completed the eighteen-month course consisting of theoretical and practical training. He completed the first 6 months at Asian Aviation Centre were he was able to completed the 8 EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) modules with the EASA Exams.
Arriving in Brisbane, Australia during summer, Kalana immediately felt at home, as the climate in Brisbane is very similar to that in Sri Lanka. The instructors at Aviation Australia assisted him to feel at home, helping with every aspect of moving to a new country.
“Australians are nice and pleasant people. If I ever had a problem with something I approached the Aviation Australia social support services, who were helpful to me and always solved my problems… they even helped me to find somewhere to live,” said Kalana.
The practical training at Aviation Australia allows students to gain hands-on experience in an operational hangar, under the supervision of qualified, industry-experienced instructors.
“The hangar and engine workshop quickly became my favourite place. All of the instructors pay individual attention to you and make sure you’re keeping up with the class,” explained Kalana.
Kalana graduated with a Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and soon will be working as an aircraft engineer for the Vietnam Airlines Engineering Company (VAECO).
“Studying with Asian Aviation Centre and Aviation Australia was the best decision I made, as their qualifications are well received in the industry and are licensed by EASA, and GCAA. Not only this but their modern, practical resources and highly qualified instructors made it the best place to study,” said Kalana.
The next course operated by the Asian Aviation Centre and Aviation Australia will take place in April 2020. To inquire visit aac.lk.