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Old 1st May 2009, 15:04
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mono
 
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I think you are going to get a shock!

Assuming you want to certify and not just maintain the a/c (to work on a/c you don't need any qualifications just a suitably experienced engineer to oversee your work). Then you are going to need 5 years relevant experience, with at least 6 months in the preceding 2 years on the specific types you want to certify. It may be that your pilots' qualifications will give you some reduction in the experience requirement down to 3 years (but don't bank on it) In short it's a long haul to support what may be a hobby. But then again if that's what you want then go for it.
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