PIA and SkyWest Introduce a New Demand-Responsive Program with a Direct Pathway to Employment and Financial Aid Incentive
PIA – School for Aviation Maintenance and SkyWest have announced a new, elite partnership to help fill the growing number of job openings in the field of aviation maintenance. The SkyWest AMT Pathway Program allows PIA Hagerstown students studying Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) to begin their careers while still in school.
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Through the SkyWest AMT Pathway Program, students can receive mentorship, hands-on experience, and a direct pathway to a career in commercial aviation. They are also eligible for up to $7,600 in financial aid, including:
- Up to $4,500 in education assistance
- Up to $1,600 in A&P test fee reimbursements
- Up to $1,500 in moving expense reimbursements, plus mileage
- Guaranteed final interview to become an A&P mechanic at SkyWest
- Enhanced SkyWest seniority for benefits like health insurance, profit-sharing programs, and travel
To be eligible for the program, candidates must be attending PIA Hagerstown and be in good standing. Unlike an internship, the program allows students to remain at PIA to complete their training until they are able to gain their A&P license.
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According to Boeing’s 2022-2041 Pilot and Technician Outlook, 134,000 new mechanics and avionics professionals will need to join the field over the next 20 years to meet the growing needs of the aviation industry. Many of these openings are due to upcoming retirements, as ATEC estimates 38% of current aviation mechanics are at least 60 years of age.
“We are excited to be partnering with PIA and to provide more opportunities for their AMT students to get started with their aviation careers,” said Joe Sigg, SkyWest VP of Maintenance. “Plus, the benefits of the SkyWest AMT Pathway Program, including the financial support, make it easier for students to enter this important career field.”
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