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Who we are and what we do

More info about our branch and who we are

The objectives of the branch are:

• to establish and maintain the professional status of Aircraft Engineers;
• to gain recognition for the professional Aircraft Engineer within the British aviation industry;
• to represent Aircraft Engineers within the British aviation industry;
• to promote the advancement of the technical knowledge and skills of those engaged in the production, maintenance and operation of aircraft. To strive at all times towards improvement of  safety standards in all aspects of aircraft maintenance and operation; and
• to regulate relations between members of the union and their employers.

The ALAE is unique in the way in which it represents Aircraft Engineers and other professional employees within the aviation industry. In recent times our primary role has been to work in conjunction with the CAA to formulate legislation covering aircraft maintenance engineering within Europe. In this respect we have gained considerable influence with the CAA and also with the European body,  EASA.

Prospect is affiliated to and/or is also a regular attendee at the following:

• European Transport Federation
• Aviation Engineers International
• UK Flight Safety Committee
• Advisory Board for Confidential Human Factors
• Incident Reporting Programme
• Managerial and Professionals Association
• General Aviation Consultative Committee.

Where our members work

The ALAE Prospect branch has members working across a wide range of different organisations. Here are just a few of the employers where we have members: