The base maintenance certifying licence
Category C allows an engineer to certify base maintenance of a complete aircraft, after work has been done and certified by B1 and B2 staff.
It is usually reached later in a career, with experience as a B1 or B2 engineer.
What Category C involves
Base maintenance
Heavy checks in the hangar.
Coordination
Bringing B1 and B2 work together.
Certification
Release of the complete aircraft after base maintenance.
Experience
Built over years as B1 or B2.
Growing into Category C
Most engineers begin with B1 or B2, gain type ratings and experience, and then move towards Category C responsibilities.
- Start with B1 or B2
- Type ratings
- Supervisory roles
- Category C
Your first step at Redwings
Begin with DGCA-approved basic training in B1.1, B1.2 or B2 at Redwings.
- Basic training
- Module exams
- Experience
- Licence
Train at Redwings Aerotechnique, Bhopal
Redwings Aerotechnique is a DGCA-approved CAR-147 basic maintenance training organisation in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. It is part of Redwings Group, which also runs its own DGCA-approved CAR-145 maintenance, repair and overhaul organisation. This connection means students learn aircraft maintenance from people who work to real industry standards every day.
Students can choose the B1.1 (turbine aeroplanes), B1.2 (piston aeroplanes) or B2 (avionics) stream, or the dual programme AME + B.E. Classes follow the DGCA syllabus and are supported by an engine system lab, airframe system lab, electrical, radio navigation, instrument and battery workshops, a general workshop, audio-visual classrooms and a library. Teaching and counselling are available in Hindi and English.
Admission is through the Redwings Aerotechnique admission test, or by direct joining after an eligibility check. Merit scholarships are offered on the admission test score. Redwings students have recorded 100% results in DGCA module examinations across several sessions, and the first Redwings batch achieved 100% placement in airline and MRO jobs.
You are welcome to visit the Bhopal campus to see the labs and workshops, meet the faculty and talk to the admission team before you decide. Parents can join the counselling session too.
Visit or call us
- Pragyan Nursing College Campus, Abbas Nagar, Gondermau, Bypass Road, Gandhi Nagar, near R.G.P.V., Bhopal 462036
- +91 95891 97505
- +91 96855 57506
- redwingsaerotechnique@gmail.com
Why students choose Redwings
How engineers grow towards Category C
Category C is usually a later step in an aircraft engineer’s career. It is associated with base maintenance, where large scheduled checks involve many tasks carried out by different specialists.
The role
In base maintenance, B1 and B2 engineers certify the individual tasks within their privileges. Category C relates to certifying the completed base maintenance check of the aircraft as a whole, confirming that the full work package has been completed and properly recorded.
Skills needed
This role needs broad knowledge of the aircraft, strong understanding of regulations and maintenance programmes, attention to documentation, and the ability to coordinate teams and resolve problems before the aircraft is released.
Building experience
Most engineers first work as B1 or B2, gain type ratings, and take on supervisory responsibilities in hangars before moving towards Category C roles.
Where it starts
Every path towards senior certifying roles begins with solid basic training. At Redwings Aerotechnique, students build their foundation in the B1.1, B1.2 or B2 streams, learn regulations in Module 10 and see real base maintenance standards through the Redwings Group MRO.
Questions answered
Short, clear answers to the questions students and parents ask most. Still unsure about anything? Our admission team is happy to help.
Is Category C for beginners?
No, it usually comes with experience.
Who certifies line work?
Category A, B1 and B2 holders within their privileges.
Does Redwings teach Category C?
Redwings provides basic training for B1.1, B1.2 and B2.
Where can I read about categories?
See our AME Licence Categories page.
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