Higher vocational education at tertiary level – e.g. the vocational examination leading to a Federal Diploma – is gaining in visibility and status. Furthermore, with the introduction of the new title suffixes, these qualifications will be internationally comparable, without equating them with a higher education degree.

In the past, we have held discussions with various member companies regarding the Swiss national S-license, issued by the Federal Office of Civil Aviation FOCA. During these discussions, the requirements for such a license as a specialist were interpreted in different ways, particularly with regard to providing evidence of the necessary practical experience.

We are delighted to welcome Resource Group as a new member of SAMA and are pleased to introduce a special offer available exclusively to SAMA members.

We would like to take this opportunity to remind you of the invitation to our General Assembly 2026, which you received personally by letter last week.

Career information on technical apprenticeships, licences and much more – for anyone interested in an exciting career in aviation.

A new version of the FOCA/SAMA's 'Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Basic Practical Logbook' was published on 19 February 2026.

We are happy to welcome ROTORTEC AG as the very first new member of SAMA in 2026.