The fifth edition features updated content reflecting new regulations and changes affecting aviation mechanic certification. Recent innovations in batteries and alternative fuels are also included, according to officials with Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA).
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First flight for student-built electric Sling
Students in Switzerland built an all-electric airplane that flew for the first time Sept. 30, 2022. But that’s just the beginning, they say.
New program boost maintenance apprenticeships
“The current lack of certificated aircraft mechanics has prompted many maintenance organizations to hire uncertificated mechanics to work side-by-side with experienced mechanics to gain the hands-on experience required to test for the FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate. The goal is for the apprentice to be ‘test ready’ at the end of the program.”
Registration opens for Wings of Women high school conference
The conference is free, but registration is required. Deadline to register is Oct. 5, 2022.
Ohio teacher named Aerospace Educator of the Year
The National Aviation Hall of Fame has selected Jill Weaver of Valley View Junior High School in Dayton, Ohio, as the 2022 NAHF A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Educator of the Year.
K-State Salina adds new bachelor’s degree in aviation management
Graduates of the program will be eligible for careers as director of aviation, airport director, airport manager, director of airport operations, director of airport security, airport chief financial officer, director of airline operations, director of fixed-base operations, and many more career opportunities, university officials said.
Free online course helps pilots launch their aviation careers
Called Affordable Paths for Launching Your Aviation Career, the free course includes 15 lessons, including information about the various scholarships available and best practices for creating a winning application, in-depth explanations of military assistance programs for enlisted personnel, and information about other tools and resources that are available to both aspiring and current pilots.
Demand sky high for aviation maintenance grads
“For those of you who want to become an aircraft maintenance technician, and you’re qualified and certified, you can almost name your price.”
Marshall University maintenance program gets FAA nod
Marshall University and Mountwest Community and Technical College’s Aviation Maintenance Technology program has been certified by the FAA. Based at Huntington Tri-State Airport (KHTS) in West Virginia, the new program is the first of its kind in the region, according to university officials.