The shortage of aviation mechanics is reaching a critical stage and it’s time for the industry to act, according to a new report.
Aviation Careers
The search for Outstanding Aviators
Pilots to the Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing animal rescue flights using general aviation pilots and airplanes, has launched a new initiative called Outstanding Aviators “dedicated to bridging the diversity gap within the aviation industry.” Applicants in several categories will get the chance to win a prize package.
New A&P school to open in November at KADS
The new maintenance school will offer an FAA-approved 12-month program to take students from “no experience to a certified A&P ready to work,” according to company officials.
Latest editions of Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbooks available
New editions of the FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbooks for General, Airframe, and Powerplant are now available from Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA).
Job Fair returns to AirVenture
“This year is setting up to be the busiest job fair since it started in 2015,” said JSfirm.com Executive Director Abbey Hutter. “Companies are competing to attract available talent with substantial sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, employer-paid benefits, and more.”
Texas high school partners with flight school
Starting in their junior year, students will begin flight training at Thrust Flight, a flight school at Addison Airport near Dallas.
New aircraft mechanic school in the works for KCVG
Construction has begun on a new aircraft mechanic training facility at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (KCVG) that is expected to open in 2024.
First-ever Oklahoma Student Pilot Day held
On April 6, 2023, more than 400 students and educators made the journey to American Airlines Hangar 80 at Tulsa International Airport (KTUL) to attend the first-ever Oklahoma Student Pilot Day.
SUN ‘n FUN Career Fair expands
Organized by aviation job website, JSfirm.com, the career fair has grown from one day in 2014 to five days in 2023, according to Abbey Hutter, executive director for JSfirm.com.