Hawaiian Airlines and Honolulu college initiate their Maintenance Technician Development Program (MTDP) to train the next generation of aviation maintenance technicians amidst global demands.
Hawaiian Airlines and Honolulu College Acknowledge Global Need for Aviation Maintenance Technicians
Canadian Aviation Electronics Ltd. projected a global demand for over 416,000 aviation maintenance technicians by 2034, which Hawaiian Airlines and Honolulu College are honoring by preparing local talent to enroll in their new program.
The new MTDP program will build on Hawaiian Airlines and Honolulu’s competitive Aircraft Mechanic Apprenticeship Program (AMAP) which was originally launched in 2016. Students will be able to gain hands-on experience in a real aviation environment, and will have the prospect of joining Hawaiian Airlines post graduation.
“We are excited to create more local jobs to support our growing operations across Hawaii and beyond as we expand our global reach with Alaska Airlines. We are grateful to build on our longstanding partnership with Honolulu Community College to support Hawaii students interested in becoming aviation maintenance technicians and considering a career with Hawaiian Airlines right here in the islands.” shares Hawaii Managing Director of International and Heavy Maintenance at Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines, Beau Tatsumura.
Hawaiian Airlines Financial Support, Mentorships and More
Students studying in Honolulu CC’s Aeronautics Maintenance Technology Program (AERO) who are accepted into MTDP will receive a $10,500 salary and up to $1,800 reimbursement for exam fees regarding certifications. AERO student, Neil Patrick Nuevo, shared:
“I work two jobs and go to school at the same time so it’ll be really helpful, just so I don’t have to worry much about working the other jobs and focus more on school.”
Alongside financial support for students, mentoring from Hawaiian Airlines mechanics and contingent job offers with the airline will be provided for graduating students in aid to meet global demands for aviation mechanic technicians.
“Through this partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, we are providing our students with an unparalleled pathway to a rewarding career, ensuring our graduates are not only highly trained but also have a direct route to becoming the next generation of aviation professionals serving our local communities and beyond” states Chancellor of Honolulu Community College, Karen C. Lee.
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