The AME apprenticeship requirement plays a key role in getting the skill development. While working in the Hangar/workshop area on original aircraft component/equipment boosts confidence levels. The experience requirements or apprenticeship depends upon the nature and scope of training requirement relevant o the appropriate category of a candidate. For Cat A it is 1 year, For Cat B1, B2 and their sub-categories it is 2 years. However, this apprenticeship requirement enhances to 5 years if a candidate makes entry after completing B.tech degree or attending any other un-organised training not acceptable to the DGCA.