Aerospace Education Program Alliance

I firmly believe that "Rising Tides lift all Ships". Collaboration in Aerospace and manufacturing in general creates opportunity for success for all. Today we start day #2 of our Manufacturing Suppliers Expo in Spokane. We have a room full of industry leading companies that together create a team that makes me proud to serve our industry. NIMA, PNAA, Kirk Davis from CAMPS is here, Sam from PNDC will be here today as well. Visiting our Exhibitors are more amazing companies from across the US. We have all faced a lot of obstacles these past few years, however, this showing of determination and support gives me confidence that we are an unbeatable team. #pnaadvance #pndc #nwan #manufacturingsuppliersexpo #aerospace #nimaalliance #camps Nikki Malcom Denise Ryser Mark Norton Kirk J. Davis

Attention corporate & government #workforcedevelopment, #educators #policymakers and #media. Aerospace Education Program Alliance will hold its first awards ceremony for those making a difference in delivering #careerready workforce during its first conference in February. It will be hosting an Awards Ceremony at the AEPA Aviation & Aerospace Workforce Summit February 24-27 in Washington, DC. I've tagged several people, associations and companies who should be recognized. If you know of a great program or workforce development effort, tag them on this announcement. There is an opportunity to nominate contributors to the #workforce including yourself! All of the awards are focused on recognizing those who have contributed to addressing the aviation and aerospace workforce issue. The goal of the awards is raise the awareness of the contributions being made and motivate others to work on addressing the workforce issues.   The award categories are:   ·      Corporate Awards for Contribution to Aviation and Aerospace Education ·      Foundation & Granting Institution Award for Contribution to Aviation and Aerospace Education ·      Education Program Award for Contribution to the Aviation and Aerospace Workforce ·      Recognition of Government Agencies Contribution to Aviation and Aerospace Education Programs ·      Media Award for Developing Awareness and Impact in Addressing Aviation and Aerospace Workforce Issues ·      Recognition of Policymaker’s Contribution to the Aviation and Aerospace Workforce If you know someone who promotes #aviation and #aerospace careers or who is involved in aviation/aerospace #education, please tag them with this announcement.   The nomination forms are on the AEPA website. https://lnkd.in/gtXaAjkT It takes about five minutes to make a nomination.   Jeffrey Coppola, jeffcoppola@gmail.com Ralph Coppola Boeing, AOPA Foundation, Jo Damato, CAM Dana Donati Elizabeth Tennyson Glenn Ponas EAA Paul Maloy Captain Barrington Irving Thomas McCullough Choose Aerospace, Inc Crystal Maguire Kelly Filgo Women in Aviation International Annie Stikeleather Brian Baluta Lockheed Martin 47G Liane Brito Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University David Moorefield Robert S. Katz April Lanotte James Brough Dean Cameron AviNation Kelly Murphy #aviationforgirls #girlsinaviationday National Business Aviation Association Space Foundation Dawn Vinson University Aviation Association American Rocketry Challenge NASAO - National Association of State Aviation Officials National Aviation Hall of Fame National Air Traffic Controllers Association Brett Levanto

Sometimes it may not feel like things are getting better, but a look ahead can help the view. Our industry is growing, and new potential is thriving. Innovation and technology are creating opportunity. Issue number 41 is off to the printer. You still have time to subscribe and get your copy in the mail or subscribe to our digital version and get your copy in your email. Click on the "Subscribe Free" button on the website https://lnkd.in/gHXr6UD. #nwan #aerospacemanufacturing #aerospaceindustries #brighterskies #pnaadvance #pndc #afawa #Nima #auvsi #camps #Boeing #newcover

Proud to announce the Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School (BAVTS) has established the very first adult education Aviation Maintenance class. This entry level course will allow students to matriculate all course work to a 147 school to complete their Aviation Maintenance Technician certification.

Last call to join us September 17-20 in Washington D.C. for the ATEC Fly-in. Participate in discussions with the aviation education community, FAA officials and meet with local representatives on Capitol Hill. Last day to register for congressional meetings is August 30. https://lnkd.in/g-fVrQFE

Celebrating student success at Aviation Institute of Maintenance Phoenix. Thanks to Reid Selover from Essential Turbines Inc. for the visit to inspire our students and create career pathways.

The House Subcommittee on Aviation recently conducted a hearing titled "Eliminating Bottlenecks: Examining Opportunities to Recruit, Retain, and Engage Aviation Talent." The recorded version is available for review. https://lnkd.in/gvzCiYCz

ATEC Academy is happening next month! Join us on August 10-11, 2024 at Moore Norman Technology Center. The course has been enhanced and is limited to 20 students. Secure your spot now! https://lnkd.in/gP9QmqxT

Breaking Down Barriers is celebrating a major milestone this week as Shakeel Pearson, one of our first scholarship students who started this April, has become a private pilot! If you are in North Texas, you know the challenging weather we faced in April and May, but that didn’t stop Shakeel from preparing for his checkride on July 31st. Despite working a full-time job and taking care of a family member, he dedicated as much time as possible to Parrish Aviation Flight Academy LLC, completing his flights and ground schools. He stayed in close contact with his mentors, Julian S. and Alex Macdonald, who provided motivation and extra guidance. His flight instructor, Ricky Telles, set high expectations and kept Shakeel accountable. Shakeel attended our Thursday and Sunday study sessions and spent all his extra time in the books. To say I’m proud of him is an understatement. He could have easily come up with excuses as to why he didn’t have time. Instead, he overcame roadblocks and persevered. After his checkride, Shakeel expressed deep gratitude for Doug Parker and Gwen Parker. He said, "They are helping me realize a dream I would have never been able to achieve on my own." There is immense power in that statement. Let's continue the journey and help others realize their full potential.

This year, we arranged for our entire Northampton Area School District Admin team to take some #RoadTrips around the Lehigh Valley, PA to learn about the soft & technical skills our future graduating students will need as they enter the workforce. Thank you to all of our industry partners! Lutron Electronics, Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), C.F. Martin & Co, Follett Products, LLC, St. Luke's University Health Network, & Barry Isett & Associates! 👏 #kkidpride #kkidsthrive 🟠⚫️