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Bombardier Launches FastTrack A&P Cert Training

May 13, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Bombardier introduces FastTrack A&P cert training program.
Program enables candidates to pursue FAA Part 65 certification in six weeks.
Collaboration with Wichita State University and CT Aero Tech.
Eight of the first 11 students are veterans.

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Strategic Implications

This initiative may help address the shortage of skilled aviation maintenance technicians, which could benefit Bombardier's service operations and the broader industry. The program's focus on veterans suggests a potential talent pipeline, which may indicate a shift in workforce development strategies.

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What Happened

Accelerated Program Aims To Address Technician Shortage

Bombardier has launched an accelerated training program to help aircraft maintenance technicians obtain FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification. The six-week FastTrack program, developed with Wichita State University and CT Aero Tech, aims to address the urgent need for skilled technicians in the aviation industry. The program’s first cohort includes 11 trainees, with eight being veterans. This initiative was first reported by Aviation Week.

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