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ATEC News: February 7, 2023 |
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It’s here! The council is excited to release the Agenda for the 2023 Annual Conference in Chicago March 26-29. This year’s program reflects the ongoing collaborative efforts between educators, industry, and regulators moving toward our shared goal of preparing the next generation of aviation technical personnel. Registration is open, and the deadline to secure a hotel room at the group rate is March 6.
Conferences are still the best time to connect with colleagues, meet new people and have a great time learning new things. But don’t take it from us! Brian Snider of Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA) says, “The conference is the biggest opportunity of the year to network with leaders and decision makers in aviation maintenance training. It’s a direct line for ASA to talk to educators, understand their needs, and discuss upcoming changes and trends. We look forward to it every year!”
ASA will again join as a vendor in the Exhibit Hall; there’s still space for organizations to share products and services with the aviation technician education community, register for a booth here.
Everyone is welcome to join us for the ATEC Board Meeting on Sunday, March 26 at 11 am at Hyatt Centric. Registration will open soon thereafter and committee meetings will be held from 2:30-3:30. While all board directorships are currently filled, we encourage all our members to get involved through participation in the regulatory, legislative, communications, membership, or annual conference committees. No pre-registration necessary!
We’ll kick off the event with some Chicago flair, courtesy of ASA, at Gino’s East. Their famous Chicago-style deep dish pizza is made the same way it was more than 50 years ago. Yum! The restaurant is within walking distance of our host hotel, and just off Chicago’s Magnificent Mile.
After two days of sessions, packed with information on issues impacting aviation technician education and recruitment, our presenting sponsor, United Airlines, will host attendees at their facilities on Wednesday.
Anyone holding an FAA mechanic examiner designation is encouraged to register for the FAA’s DME training on Thursday, March 30.
We also welcome organizations that are hiring to reserve a table in our educator-employer networking reception, the Employer Link. And if you'd like some more great exposure, consider being one of our awesome Sponsors!
And finally, this event would not be possible without our fantastic host, the Aviation Institute of Maintenance. Tons of preparation and planning goes into an event like this, and our friends at AIM have proven themselves to be a phenomenal host. Special thanks to them!
See you in Chicago!
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Besides getting to know and collaborate with other colleagues and share news and interests, membership connects you to the community of aviation technician educators and experts in regulatory compliance.
Special thanks to our 2023 Members for your continued support. View our members in good standing here.
The members-only password for exclusive website content has changed with the new year. All renewing members received the new information via email and in the 2023 member packets. Feel free to contact us if you missed it.
And speaking of members, let's give a big, warm ATEC WELCOME to our NEW MEMBERS:
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Aerospace Maintenance Council Scholarship Program |
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Aerospace Maintenance Council (AMC) is offering scholarship awards to AMT students competing in the upcoming Aerospace Maintenance Competition. The Phoebe Omlie Award may be used toward the purchase of tools or school tuition. The deadline to apply is February 28 so get your application in soon. For more info or to apply, click here.
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ATEC Surveys Members to Assess PSI Fee Change Impact |
In November the FAA knowledge test contractor, PSI, notified third-party test centers that fee reimbursements for FAA knowledge tests would be significantly cut in the new year. An industry coalition has taken issue with the change, and in support of those efforts, ATEC surveyed the A&P community last week. Read more.
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ATEC Calls on Fed to Recognize A&P Programs as STEM |
ATEC made a formal request for the Department of Homeland Security to add certain aviation technical CIP codes to the Department’s STEM-Designated Degree Program List. Download the ATEC-provided letter template to send a letter of support. Read more.
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New Oliver Wyman Study: Not Enough Aviation Mechanics |
The aviation industry has been talking about the shortage of maintenance technicians for years. The time has finally come according to Oliver Wyman's most recent study. Industry will face a shortfall in 2023 of 12,000 - 18,000 aviation maintenance workers, but the worst is yet to come. Read more.
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ATEC Journal: Call for Papers |
The Journal is currently accepting submissions of scholarly, research, application, or opinion articles. Authors may be offered the opportunity to present their research via an ATEC webinar and thereafter be considered for live presentations at the next annual ATEC conference. The deadline to submit for the Spring issue is May 1. Read more.
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New Resources for Programs Seeking Part 147 Certification |
With publication of the new part 147, the trade association has developed the several tools to assist new schools on their path to certification. Read more.
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Q: We want to hire a non-A&P instructor. Do we need FAA approval?
A: The regulation does not require FAA approval for non-A&P instructor hires. The AMTS is responsible for ensuring the instructor is qualified to teach the assigned content so that positive educational outcomes are achieved. Click here for the regulatory requirements with regard to instructor qualifications.
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Now Accepting Curriculum Applications for Fall 2023 |
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Choose Aerospace, ATEC's sister foundation, was created to unite stakeholders to grow the pipeline and increase diversity in aviation maintenance. The non-profit is pursuing that mission through development of high school aviation maintenance programs.
The Choose Aerospace aviation maintenance curriculum puts high school students on a direct path to mechanic certification, either through direct-employment opportunities or matriculation into a part 147 programs.
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Choose Aerospace will provide over $40,000 worth of scholarships, textbooks, training systems, tools, and testing fee credits to schools, educators, and future aviators. The deadline to apply is February 15. Read more.
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Aviation Technician Education Council
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