What Happened to the Pilot Shortage?

Panelists at a session on exploring career opportunities in business aviation, which took place at the NBAA Maintenance Conference, said this was some of the best advice they had for people starting out in their careers or looking for new opportunities.

Atlantic Aviation, Capt. Barrington Irving and Chicago Public Schools are collaborating to bring aviation careers to local students as part of the Barrington Irving Technical Training School program.

The NBAA Maintenance Committee recently visited Kansas State University–Salina as part of its Campus Connect program, which promotes opportunities in business aviation to students preparing for careers as airframe and powerplant (A&P) technicians.

Experts advise hiring pilot contractors with an eye on specific goals, timing, team collaboration, compensation and perks.