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aircraft maintenance apprentice Review

at British Airways

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Heathrow Airport (LHR), Hounslow, UK

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

5/5
On the job training working on aircraft working whilst completing course work and modules to gain an A License

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5
it's different every day and i'm always learning new things

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5
i have learnt a range of skills such as team work, leadership, communication, problem solving and skills being hands on

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

5/5
in the first year we work away on the cotswolds getting our modules then in years 2 and 3 we get experience working on aircraft.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5
we get a range of support at work including support with are apprenticeship and also wellbeing support

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

5/5
we have to gain our modules and complete coursework and on the job working hours

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

5/5
i get the support i need to succeed in my apprenticeship .

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

5/5
We get to volunteer within the company.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Very interesting if your hands on and get to do something new most days and gain skills for life

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?

Show passion in aviation and show it hands on and prioritise safety
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