Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS): Trainee Bursary Applications 2025 / 2026

Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) is offering 117 bursary opportunities to interested candidates to join the Air Traffic Services bursar programme. The programme provides each bursar with an opportunity to conduct their studies at the Aviation Training Academy in Bonaero Park, Gauteng.

The placement of successful trainees will be in line with the operational requirements of the organisation. Succesfull candidates will undergo extensive training and exposure to various aspects of air traffic management over a specified period.

The various Air Traffic Services bursary streams are listed as follows:

• Air Traffic Services Officer (ATSO)
• Aeronautical Information Management Officer (AIMO)
• Target Generating Officer (TGO)
• Airport Management Centre (AMC) Liaison Officer
• Simulator Support Officer (SSO)

Requirements:

• Grade 12/Matric certificate with a pass in the following subjects:

1. Pure Mathematics (Level 4 / HG – D or SG C or above)
2. English (Level 4 / HG – D or SG C or above)

• South African citizen with a valid Identity Document
• Medically fit and willing to undergo our medical assessment for the ATSO stream
• Attach Grade 12 results to your application
• Be willing to relocate anywhere in the country
• Unemployed South African Youth

NB. Applicants who previously were on a similar programme with ATNS will not be considered

How to Apply

Apply Online for the Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS): Training Programme 2025 / 2026