Partnership CENFORTEC & TECNAM: Shaping the Future of Aircraft Maintenance
The new alliance creates exclusive internship opportunities and professional development pathways for students at Europe’s largest Aircraft Maintenance Technician School.
CAPUA, Italy / Cascais, Portugal – March 31, 2026 – Tecnam, a global leader in aircraft manufacturing, and CENFORTEC, Europe’s largest Aircraft Maintenance Technician School, are proud to announce a strategic partnership designed to bridge the gap between aviation education and the modern labor market.
Established in Portugal in 2011, CENFORTEC currently trains over 300 students and has built a renowned reputation for technical excellence. By partnering with a major Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) like Tecnam, CENFORTEC is set to offer its students unprecedented access to the aviation industry.
This collaboration brings significant benefits to the institution by strengthening the vital connection between classroom education and the practical demands of the aerospace sector. For CENFORTEC students, the alliance greatly expands internship opportunities, promoting the acquisition of hands-on, practical experience and the development of essential skills for their future careers.
Furthermore, this partnership contributes to the continuous enhancement of CENFORTEC’s training programs, solidifying its position as an institution deeply committed to educational quality and the high employability of its graduates.
“Together we can create the invisible heroes of aviation,” said André Garcia CEO at CENFORTEC. “This partnership with Tecnam is a tremendous milestone that will give our students the real-world OEM exposure they need to excel in their careers and keep the global fleet flying safely.”
“At Tecnam, we know that the safety and efficiency of our aircraft rely heavily on the expertise of the technicians on the ground,” added Walter Da Costa, Chief Sales Officer at Tecnam. “We are thrilled to partner with Europe’s largest maintenance training facility to help nurture the next generation of highly skilled aviation professionals.”
About CENFORTEC
CENFORTEC is a training center specializing in Part 147 aircraft maintenance, certified by ANAC (National Civil Aviation Authority), in accordance with EASA Regulation 1321/2014 (European Union Aviation Safety Agency), certificate PT.147.005, and DGERT 2278/2016. We offer a high-quality certified training system, with classroom instruction or online distance learning. We have established several partnerships with major aeronautical companies for on-the-job training and employment opportunities for our students.
More info: https://cenfortec.pt/
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