The SUN ‘n FUN campus on Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL) in Florida hides a school that offers classes in Airframe Mechanics and Aviation Powerplant Mechanics leading to FAA certificates — and potentially lucrative careers in the aviation industry.
Aviation Careers
SUN ‘n FUN unveils business incubator
The ELEVATE Aerospace and Logistics Business Incubator, which will be on the SUN ‘n FUN campus at Lakeland Linder International Airport, is expected to open in June 2022.
Competition for workers fierce in the aviation industry
The most in-demand positions remain pilots, A&P/IAs, sheet metal technicians, avionics, engineering, flight instructors, dispatchers, line service, managers and sales/business development positions.
Orville and Wilbur to take center stage in Ohio classrooms
A new aviation-focused curriculum is being launched in Ohio elementary schools. “Problem solving with Orville and Wilbur” is just one element of the program, which is designed to not only combat pandemic-related learning loss but also provide a solution to aviation and aerospace workforce shortages.
AERO Oklahoma brings aviation advocates to the state capitol
The Oklahoma aviation and aerospace industry produces just under $44 billion in annual economic activity.
Career Fair returns to SUN ‘n FUN
“This year is setting up to be the best yet. With more than 33,000 aviation jobs listed, our website and the industry have never been busier — everyone is hiring.”
K-State Salina adds new master’s degree in aeronautics
K-State Salina is accepting applications for the fall 2022 semester for the new degree, which offers two options: A focus in aerospace manufacturing or maintenance specifically geared toward the certification process, or a focus on leadership and policy.
Preparing for your airline interview
Just in time for the boom in hiring at the airlines comes the updated edition of Airline Pilot Technical Interviews by Ron McElroy.
New mechanic training program takes off
Students training to be mechanics will get a conditional letter of employment from MRO company FEAM and receive tuition assistance while in school.