The first class for the Thrust Institute of Maintenance at Addison Airport in Texas is set to begin in the fall of 2023.
Aviation Maintenance
Epic Flight Academy launches on-the-job training program for mechanics
Those who complete the 19-month training program will become FAA-licensed A&P mechanics and continue working at Epic for two years. Epic covers $27,000 worth of training costs.
AEA executive presented with Charles Taylor Master Mechanic award
During the opening session of the 66th annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show on April 24, 2023, the FAA presented the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award to Ric Peri, the association’s vice president of government and industry affairs.
Long Island mechanic honored
During a special ceremony held April 5, 2023, the FAA awarded its Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award to Long Island aviation mechanic Ed Libassi.
Full Stop Aviation tapped for MX Aircraft service and sales
Through a partnership with aerobatic champion Rob Holland for sales, the company now provides maintenance and sales services for MXS and MX2 aerobatic aircraft.
GA Awards reveals 2023 national winners
The awards for flight instructor, aviation technician, and FAASTeam representative of the year will be presented by the FAA at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023.
Textron opens parts stockroom in Fairbanks
Textron Aviation has increased the number of parts located in Alaska to better support customers who fly Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft, according to company officials.
AeroBrigham expands at KLUD
The new hangar will be used exclusively to support helicopters while the current facility will be dedicated to fixed wing MRO, support, and completions, company officials explained.
A new mission for an old research plane
A Twin Otter that served NASA for 40 years by flying experiments now has a new mission: Training the next generation of Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics.