Aeronautics

Training and education

A variety of training programs to suit every need

A wide range of degrees and programs in the field of aeronautics is offered in the Aix-Marseille area, ranging from specialized vocational degree programs to academic engineering programs.

- Vocational degree programs such as the CAP (Certificat d’Aptitude Professionnelle) and the BTP (Brevet de Technicien Supérieur) offer training in areas such as mechanics, electricity and electronics as well as in more specialized degrees such as aircraft mechanics or aviation maintenance.

- Engineering schools offer specialized training in mechanical, electronic and optoelectronic systems as well as material engineering. They develop partnerships to be able to train engineers capable of integrating different technologies into one system. They provide companies with highly qualified engineers and research teams capable of conducting R&D projects.

- L’Ecole de l’Air (French Air Force Academy): Since 1937, the Ecole de l'Air in Salon-de-Provence has trained French Air Force officers. The training program gives access to the Ecole de l'Air Engineering diploma.
www.aea.asso.fr 

-  L'Ecole du Personnel Navigant d'Essais et de Reception (EPNER): The EPNER in Istres, is one of the four Western schools of reputation and influence the form international specialists flight test.

- L’Ecole du Personnel Navigant d’Essais et de Réception (EPNER): In Istres, EPNER offers programs to train flight test specialists, and is one of the four test pilot schools of the western hemisphere of international recognition and reputation.