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Committee reviews aviation program site visits, cautions FAA requirements and multiyear timeline
Summary
Committee members reviewed site visits to Greater Lawrence, Greater Lowell and Westfield Technical Academy as they consider launching an FAA‑compliant aircraft mechanics program; presenters stressed a national shortage of mechanics, FAA certification needs, and that establishing a program will take several years and a dedicated lead.
Members of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School District Committee on Dec. 9 reviewed a staff report and slideshow summarizing site visits to aviation programs at Greater Lawrence, Greater Lowell and Westfield Technical Academy.
Committee members and aviation subcommittee presenters described facility visits, including a new hangar and simulators at Greater Lawrence that presenters said had FAA approval in place, and Westfield’s mature program with two hangars and long‑standing industry partnerships. Presenter comments emphasized hands‑on learning using donated and…
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