Workforce recruitment and retention is a high priority for many companies in business aviation. Some organizations and regional groups – including the Western Michigan Business Aviation Association – provide scholarships to support young people who are pursuing careers in aviation, as well as identify candidates for employment early on. Learn more in this week’s NBAA Flight Plan podcast.
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