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Industry Leaders Discuss Strategies To Address Technician Shortage
The aviation maintenance workforce shortage remains a pressing concern, with retirements continuing to outpace the supply of new workers. However, industry data shows growth in new mechanic certificates and aviation maintenance technician school enrollment. To address the shortfall, industry leaders are exploring strategies such as partnerships, outreach programs, and workforce retention initiatives. According to a podcast discussion featuring Ryan Goertzen, AAR’s VP of workforce development, and Dr. Sheree Utash, president of WSU Tech, these efforts may help reduce the talent gap. The conversation was reported by Aviation Week.