The new office fulfills a key portion of Sec. 133 of the Aircraft Safety and Certification Reform Act and builds on other efforts the FAA has implemented.
The in-person program will prepare students to become certified as aviation maintenance technicians in three different areas — General Aviation, Airframe, and Powerplant — will take approximately three semesters to complete.
With a combined approach of classroom and hands-on experience, those who successfully complete the apprenticeship will be considered for full-time positions at Emerald Airlines.
Airbus announced plans to hire 800 people in the U.S. in 2023, including new jobs at the Mobile site where it’s expanding assembly facilities for its popular A321 family of jetliners.
In a statement, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems confirmed "a reduction in force involving a small number of its employees. These reductions were made to balance resources with business requirements."
Gulfstream announced it plans to build a new airplane manufacturing facility and create 1,600 new jobs, bringing a $150 million capital investment to the Savannah, Georgia region.
Any repetitive motion can lead to fatigue and injuries. Examples such as tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, and “Tommy John” surgeries are proof. This is especially true for aviation maintenance technicians who work with fine tools for long periods.
Nominations for AMT's 2023 40 Under 40 Award close May 12. Winners will be selected shortly after the deadline. Those chosen will be featured in AMT's July/ August issue and join an elite group of alumni leading the world of aviation maintenance. Nominate yourself or a deserving individual today.
