The B2 licence is the avionics category of the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence. It suits students who enjoy electricity, electronics, instruments and systems, and who like solving problems with test equipment and wiring diagrams.

What B2 engineers work on

B2 engineers maintain electrical power generation and distribution, lighting, flight and engine instruments, communication radios, navigation systems, autopilot and flight management systems, and the electronic parts of engine control and monitoring. On modern aircraft, almost every system has an electronic element, so B2 skills are needed throughout the aircraft.

How B2 training is structured

B2 students study the foundation modules along with Module 13 Aircraft Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems and Module 14 Propulsion. Electrical, electronic and digital modules are especially important for B2 because they form the base for everything else.

Skills that help

Patience, careful reading of wiring diagrams, logical fault finding and respect for sensitive components all make a good avionics engineer. Communication skills also matter because B2 engineers often work alongside B1 colleagues and flight crew to solve problems.

Career outlook

As aircraft become more digital, avionics knowledge becomes more valuable. B2 engineers work in airlines, MROs, avionics shops and with charter and helicopter operators.

B2 at Redwings

Redwings Aerotechnique offers B2 basic training with practice in the radio navigation, instrument, electrical and battery workshops, module-wise exam preparation and placement support.