Aircraft maintenance technician

Federal Aviation Administration approves Universal Technical Institute-Miramar's Airframe and Powerplant Technician program

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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PHOENIX and MIRAMAR, Fla., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently approved the Airframe and Powerplant Technician program at its Miramar campus, with classes now underway.  Universal Technical Institute is the transportation, skilled trades and energy education division of UTI, Inc.   

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  • PHOENIX and MIRAMAR, Fla., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently approved the Airframe and Powerplant Technician program at its Miramar campus, with classes now underway.
  • Universal Technical Institute is the transportation, skilled trades and energy education division of UTI, Inc.
    Students in the 18-month Airframe and Powerplant program at Miramar will learn to diagnose, repair and maintain aircraft and power plant components.
  • "The approval of Universal Technical Institute's Airframe and Powerplant Technician program in our city is exciting news for future students and our local aviation industry," said City of Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam.
  • In addition to the aviation program, UTI-Miramar offers 45-week Diesel Technology , 36-week Welding Technology and 51-week Automotive Technology Training programs.

US Aviation Academy Establishes Mechanic Training Partnership with Delta Air Lines TechOps

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Delta Air Lines, a leader in global aviation, is excited to announce a new partnership with US Aviation Academy with their expansion of their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Training into Atlanta, Georgia. This strategic collaboration marks a significant step forward in aviation training and education, aiming to cultivate the next generation of skilled aviation mechanics essential for the industry's future. Becoming an aircraft technician offers a lucrative career using hands-on skills. Any high school graduate or equivalent may apply. Those interested in trade school careers like auto mechanic are encouraged to apply.

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  • Delta Air Lines, a leader in global aviation, is excited to announce a new partnership with US Aviation Academy with their expansion of their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Training into Atlanta, Georgia.
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Delta Air Lines, a leader in global aviation, is excited to announce a new partnership with US Aviation Academy with their expansion of their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Training into Atlanta, Georgia.
  • US Aviation Academy to expand their A&P Mechanic training program with Delta Air Lines TechOps recruiting!
  • Mike Sykes, Chief Executive Officer, U.S. Aviation Academy, stated, "Joining forces with Delta Air Lines allows us to expand our mission of providing top-tier aviation education.

Universal Technical Institute Continues Execution of Growth and Diversification Strategy with Additional Program Expansions

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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PHOENIX, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the transportation, skilled trades and energy division of Universal Technical Institute Inc., today continued to execute on its growth and diversification strategy with the announcement of additional program expansions of Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) in Avondale, Ariz.; Bloomfield, N.J.; and two California locations, Long Beach and Sacramento. The programs are expected to launch in late fiscal 2024 and early fiscal 2025. This follows the successful rollout of 13 new programs across eight campuses during its fiscal 2023 fourth quarter. In addition, UTI expects to launch its Airframe and Powerplant Technician program at the UTI-Miramar campus by the end of 2023, following completion of the Federal Aviation Administration certification process.

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  • PHOENIX, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the transportation, skilled trades and energy division of Universal Technical Institute Inc., today continued to execute on its growth and diversification strategy with the announcement of additional program expansions of Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration ( HVACR ) in Avondale, Ariz.; Bloomfield, N.J.; and two California locations, Long Beach and Sacramento.
  • This follows the successful rollout of 13 new programs across eight campuses during its fiscal 2023 fourth quarter.
  • "A major pillar of UTI Inc.'s growth and diversification strategy is to expand our programs across the existing campus footprint.
  • This will provide the opportunity for more than 1,000 additional students to achieve credentials and have rewarding careers in in-demand fields."

Aircraft Maintenance Technician and Related Union Requests Federal Mediation with Sun Country Airlines After One Year of Unproductive Bargaining

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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AMFA filed for mediation because of Sun Country's delay tactics and failure to bargain in good faith toward a first contract.

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  • AMFA filed for mediation because of Sun Country's delay tactics and failure to bargain in good faith toward a first contract.
  • The NMB certified AMFA as the representative of SCA's Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) and related employees after winning an overwhelmingly favorable vote for craft-specific union representation in 2022.
  • "Management has openly recognized their serious trouble hiring and retaining skilled and experienced aircraft technicians, maintenance controllers, ground support technicians, planners, and technical analysts they desperately need.
  • AMFA represents licensed and unlicensed Aircraft Maintenance Technicians/Engineers and skilled trade groups actively involved in the aviation industry.

Aviation Institute of Maintenance's Fremont Campus Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary with Visit from Mayor Lily Mei

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aviation Institute of Maintenance celebrated the 5-year anniversary of its Fremont campus facility with a special visit from Mayor Lily Mei on September 19th.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aviation Institute of Maintenance celebrated the 5-year anniversary of its Fremont campus facility with a special visit from Mayor Lily Mei on September 19th.
  • Mayor Mei toured the campus and engaged with staff, instructors, and students in hands-on skill demonstrations.
  • During her visit, Mayor Mei discussed the aviation maintenance shortage with campus staff.
  • The campus offers a 21-month aviation maintenance program, Aviation Maintenance Technician, that qualifies completers to take Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification tests.

Universal Technical Institute Executing on Major Program Expansions

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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PHOENIX, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) (the "Company"), a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades, energy, and healthcare education programs, launched the Airframe and Powerplant, HVACR, Wind Power, Industrial Maintenance, and Welding programs at four of its UTI division campuses in July, and is admitting new students in nine more programs at five additional campuses. The remaining programs are planned to begin classes in August and September and include Robotics & Automation.

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  • The remaining programs are planned to begin classes in August and September and include Robotics & Automation .
  • These program expansions are another important step in the execution of the Company's growth and diversification strategy, first announced in early 2021.
  • "The program expansions, along with the two new UTI campuses launched in 2022, and the acquisition of Concorde Career Colleges this fiscal year, are a key element of our growth and diversification strategy."
  • The Airframe and Powerplant 1 program at UTI-Avondale has received Federal Aviation Administration approval.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES MECHANICS & RELATED EMPLOYEES APPROVE NEW COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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DALLAS, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that its Mechanics and Related Employees, represented by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), voted in favor of a new collective bargaining agreement.

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  • DALLAS, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that its Mechanics and Related Employees, represented by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), voted in favor of a new collective bargaining agreement.
  • It is the seventh contract ratified by Southwest Airlines® and its union partners since October 2022.
  • "Our Mechanics and Related Employees bring their technical expertise in many areas and do a great job maintaining Southwest's fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft," said Adam Carlisle , Vice President Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines.
  • "This agreement represents a return to our mutually beneficial relationship of years past with Southwest Airlines.

TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REACHED FOR SOUTHWEST AIRLINES' MECHANICS & RELATED EMPLOYEES

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Friday, June 23, 2023
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DALLAS, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) have reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) for the airline's Mechanics & Related Employees.

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  • DALLAS, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) have reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) for the airline's Mechanics & Related Employees.
  • "Our Mechanics & Related Employees work around the clock to safely maintain our aircraft, and we reached a Tentative Agreement that rewards them and helps Southwest maintain an efficient operation," said Adam Carlisle , Vice President Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines®.
  • "The AMFA negotiating committee has reached a Tentative Agreement with Southwest Airlines that, if ratified by membership, will elevate the Southwest Airlines Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) to industry-leading compensation.
  • This agreement covers Southwest's more than 2,800 Mechanics & Related Employees, which includes the Company's Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, Aircraft Inspectors, Maintenance Controllers, and Training Instructors.

IMP Aerospace & Defence Announces the IMP Academy

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMP Aerospace & Defence is pleased to announce the introduction of the IMP Academy , which is being established at IMP Aerospace in Enfield, NS and Cascade Aerospace in Abbotsford, BC for startup in Fall 2023.

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  • HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IMP Aerospace & Defence is pleased to announce the introduction of the IMP Academy , which is being established at IMP Aerospace in Enfield, NS and Cascade Aerospace in Abbotsford, BC for startup in Fall 2023.
  • Successful applicants will be offered employment at IMP Aerospace & Defence, in addition to free enrollment in the Aircraft Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.
  • “I’m proud to introduce the IMP Academy and its tailored blend of classroom and practical skills development.
  • This hands-on experience will allow them to further hone their skills and gain practical expertise in their chosen career with IMP Aerospace & Defence,” said David Gossen, President of IMP Aerospace & Defence.

BOB FISHER APPOINTED TEAMSTERS AIRLINE DIVISION DEPUTY DIRECTOR

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien announced that Airline Division International Representative Bob Fisher has been appointed Teamsters Airline Division Deputy Director.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien announced that Airline Division International Representative Bob Fisher has been appointed Teamsters Airline Division Deputy Director.
  • "Bob Fisher is motivated and unwavering in his dedication to our members in the aviation industry," O'Brien said.
  • "Bob Fisher served as chief negotiator and in other critical roles for several agreements covering multiple crafts over the last 13 years," said Joe Ferreira, Teamsters Airline Division Director.
  • "It's an honor to be appointed to this role and I look forward to continuing to advocate on behalf of our members," Fisher said.