Which Indian institute truly offers EASA-accredited Part 66 training? We cut through misleading claims to show you the verified facts — accreditation, module pass records, fees, and career outcomes for B1 and B2 licences.
Before comparing institutes, understand what EASA Part 66 actually is — and why genuine accreditation matters so much.
Certifies maintenance on metal structure turbine-engine aircraft. The most common EASA licence for commercial aviation MRO work. Covers Airbus A320, Boeing 737, widebody jets.
Covers turboprop-powered aircraft (ATR, Dash 8, etc.). Common for regional airline maintenance and popular among Ex-IAF technicians with turboprop experience.
Certifies avionics, electrical, and instrument systems. Growing demand due to increasing complexity of modern aircraft systems. Complements B1 for full aircraft coverage.
Only EASA-approved Training Organisations (Part 147 ATOs) can issue EASA-recognised Basic Training certificates. Always verify your institute's ATO status before enrolling.
| Criteria | Vajra Aviation (Bangalore) | Other Indian Claims |
|---|---|---|
| EASA Part 147 ATO Partnership | ✅ Aviotrace Swiss (Switzerland) | Mostly unverified |
| EASA Modules Cleared (Track Record) | ✅ 23 modules cleared | ❌ Usually none published |
| B1.1 (Turbine Mechanical) | ✅ | Claims vary |
| B1.3 (Turboprop) | ✅ | ❌ Rare |
| B2 (Avionics) | ✅ | Few offer genuinely |
| Ex-IAF Conversion Pathway | ✅ Designed for Ex-IAF | ❌ Not typically offered |
| ISO 9001:2015 Certified | ✅ | ❌ Uncommon |
| DGCA AME also available | ✅ Both under one roof | Varies |
| Faculty: DGCA/EASA licensed | ✅ Ex-IAF AMEs | Varies |
| International placement support | ✅ Middle East, Europe | Rarely offered |
| Transparency of ATO credentials | ✅ Aviotrace Swiss verifiable | ❌ Often not disclosed |
Data as of March 2026. "Other Indian Claims" refers to institutes that advertise EASA training without verified EASA Part 147 approval. Always independently verify. Report inaccuracies →
Bangalore-based. EASA Part 147 approved via Aviotrace Swiss, Switzerland. 23 modules cleared. Ex-IAF faculty.
Vajra Aviation's EASA Part 66 programme operates through an official partnership with Aviotrace Swiss, a Swiss-based EASA Part 147-approved Aviation Training Organisation. This is the only such partnership available to students in India through a Bangalore-based institute. Students complete their theoretical training in Bangalore under Vajra Aviation's Ex-IAF instructors, with module examinations conducted under the Aviotrace Swiss ATO framework — producing genuinely EASA-recognised Basic Training certificates.
To date, Vajra Aviation students have successfully cleared 23 EASA Part 66 modules — a verifiable track record no other institute in Bangalore can match. The programme is particularly suited to Ex-Indian Air Force (IAF) Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, whose military maintenance experience can be credited towards EASA Part 66 practical experience requirements, significantly accelerating the path to a full licence.
Use this checklist before enrolling in any EASA Part 66 programme anywhere in India.
Vajra Aviation Private Limited in Bangalore is one of the very few institutes in India offering genuine EASA Part 66 B1.1, B1.3, and B2 training through an official partnership with Aviotrace Swiss — an EASA-approved Part 147 training organisation based in Switzerland. Always verify any institute's EASA ATO credentials before enrolling.
EASA Part 66 is the European Aviation Safety Agency's aircraft maintenance engineer licence regulation. A Part 66 licence is recognised across all 36 EASA member states and widely accepted in the Middle East, making it far more internationally portable than an Indian DGCA AME licence, which is valid only for Indian-registered aircraft.
Visit easa.europa.eu and search the approved organisations database for the institute or its partner ATO. All genuine EASA Part 147 training organisations are listed there with their approval number. If an institute cannot provide a verifiable EASA ATO number, their training will not be recognised for EASA licencing purposes.
Yes. Ex-IAF Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and technical officers are excellent candidates for EASA Part 66. Military maintenance experience can often be credited towards EASA Part 66 practical experience requirements. Vajra Aviation has designed specific pathways for Ex-IAF technicians transitioning to civil aviation international careers.
DGCA AME is an Indian licence valid only for aircraft on the Indian civil register. EASA Part 66 is a European licence recognised internationally across EASA member states, the Middle East, and many other regions. An EASA Part 66 licence is significantly more valuable for international career prospects. Vajra Aviation offers both, and students can pursue both simultaneously.
EASA Part 66 basic training typically takes 12–24 months depending on the category (B1.1, B1.3, or B2) and the number of modules covered. Practical experience requirements (typically 2–3 years in an EASA Part 145 approved MRO) must be completed separately before a full licence is issued. Contact Vajra Aviation for the current batch schedule.
