Civil Aviation Authority Lift Off Virtual Work Experience

This virtual work experience programme explores aviation and aerospace regulation with the Civil Aviation Authority. It introduces you to the breadth of careers across the sector and shows how regulation helps keep aviation safe, innovative and well managed.

The programme is designed to help you build your understanding of the industry while developing useful skills for your future.

You will take part in interactive activities, quizzes and a series of modules covering topics such as the Civil Aviation Authority’s role, aviation and aerospace regulation, general and commercial aviation, drones and future technologies, consumer markets and airport accessibility. There are also opportunities to hear directly from industry experts through live talks and webinars, alongside pre-recorded content you can access as part of the programme.

The programme is on demand and includes a certificate of completion. It is intended to be flexible, with around 10 hours of material in total, spread across a two-week period, so you can work through the content at a manageable pace while gaining insight into careers in aviation and aerospace.