Transformative Milestone for Ghana's Aviation Workforce
40+ trainee engineers completed Phase 1 certification
August 2025 — First EASA Part 66 examinations successfully passed
In August 2025, the first batch of over 40 Aerojet Trainee Engineers successfully completed Phase 1 of EASA Part 66 certification, marking a transformative moment for Ghana's aviation technical workforce. These engineers have mastered European aviation safety agency standards through intensive theoretical coursework combined with practical workshop experience at the ATTC Kokomlemle training facility.
— Aerojet Aviation Leadership
Certification Achievement Details
Phase 1 completion signifies that trainees have successfully passed the rigorous EASA Part-66 module examinations covering:
- Mathematics and physics for aviation engineering applications
- Aircraft aerodynamics, structures, and systems covering fixed-wing principles and airframe design
- Gas turbine engine theory and maintenance practices for modern powerplants
- Digital techniques and electronic instrument systems including modern avionics
- Aviation legislation and human factors ensuring safety-conscious maintenance practices
- Materials, hardware, and maintenance procedures for practical workshop competency
Creating a Pipeline for the Accra MRO
"The completion of Phase 1 demonstrates the success of our training methodology. These graduates represent a new generation of African aviation professionals who can compete globally while strengthening their continent's technical capacity."
— Aerojet Academy Leadership
These certified engineers are now eligible to work internationally while retaining employment opportunities with African airlines and MRO facilities. The achievement directly supports workforce needs of the planned MRO facility at Accra International Airport. The trainees now progress to Phase 2, including additional modules and extensive practical experience, moving closer to full EASA Part-66 B1 or B2 licence eligibility.
Source: Aerojet Academy Examination Records, August 2025; LinkedIn posts by CEO Mazisi Parkes.