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How to Become an AME (Canada)
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How to obtain an AME licence in Canada

Educational overview of the typical path (always confirm with Transport Canada).

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What is an AME licence?
Certification to sign and release aircraft maintenance in Canada (within scope).

An AME licence confirms you meet experience, knowledge, and competency requirements for a given category.

Licence categories
  • M1 — smaller aircraft (per category scope)
  • M2 — larger/complex aircraft (per category scope)
  • E — Avionics
  • S — Structures
Disclaimer (important)
Read before taking action.

Educational information only. Requirements, forms, and policies may change. Always confirm using official Transport Canada sources and your regional office guidance before making decisions.

Tip: keep a well-organized “dossier” with documents, translations, experience evidence, and training history to reduce back-and-forth.

Typical path for Canadians
High-level overview (varies by case).
  • 1) Complete applicable training (e.g., approved school/program when required)
  • 2) Build documented practical experience
  • 3) Meet exam/knowledge requirements
  • 4) Submit application package to Transport Canada
Typical timelines

Timelines depend on region, office workload, and how complete/clear your package is. A strong package usually moves faster.

Typical path for foreign applicants
The focus is proving equivalency through documentation.
  • 1) Organize work history (companies, aircraft types, scope of tasks)
  • 2) Gather training evidence (certificates, courses, logbooks, letters)
  • 3) Obtain certified translations when applicable
  • 4) Submit package and respond to any follow-up requests
Certified translations (when applicable)

If documents are not in English or French, you may need certified translations accepted by authorities. Confirm requirements with your regional office.

Document checklist (common items)
Adjust based on your case and official guidance.
  • • Valid identification
  • • Experience evidence (letters, records, logbook)
  • • Training certificates and course records
  • • Task evidence (ATA/scope when available)
  • • Certified translations (if applicable)
Form 26-0638E

Include it when required/requested. The correct version and usage may change— confirm with Transport Canada.

Example email to Transport Canada
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Subject: AME Licence Application – Request for guidance

Hello,

I would like to request guidance regarding the process and documentation required to apply for an AME licence in Canada (category: M1/M2/E/S).

I can provide my work experience records, training certificates, and any other supporting documentation as required. Could you please confirm the current requirements, forms to submit (including 26-0638E if applicable), and the recommended next steps?

Thank you,
[Your full name]
[Phone]
[City/Province]

Important notes

Some regions may have pilot projects, specific local interpretations, and requirements about approved schools/programs. Always confirm.

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