Aviation’s top technicians from around the world are gearing up to compete against each other in the industry’s premier annual event, the Aerospace Maintenance Competition Presented by Snap-on. The event is held at the MRO Americas 2017 Convention, April 25-27, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.
Over the past several years, the Aerospace Maintenance Competition Presented by Snap-on has grown to become a widely attended international aviation experience for technicians and fans alike. It provides certified AMTs from major airlines, MROs and OEMs, as well as military personnel and students in FAA Part 147 schools, the chance to test their skills against their peers. The two-day competition runs from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 26. The awards presentation is from 9 to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 27.
The teams will compete in more than 20 events that challenge their knowledge, skill and team work. The team earning the overall best score takes home the grand prize in aviation maintenance – the William F. “Bill” O’Brien Award for Excellence in Aircraft Maintenance. Presented by Snap-on, the coveted award signifies the highest standard of excellence in aviation maintenance. The O’Brien Award is a traveling trophy that debuted at the 2013 competition.
For more information about Snap-on, call 877.740.1900, or visit http://www.snapon.com; for information on the Maintenance Skills Competition, visit www.aerospacecompetition.com.
