by Thomas M. | Oct 4, 2019 | Assets, People, Uncategorized
Demand continues to outstrip aircraft maintenance technician supply. With unprecedented airframe demand, there seems to be no end in sight for young, talented technicians. Will industry be able to close this looming gap?
by Thomas M. | Feb 15, 2019 | Assets, People
In this highly revealing podcast, Aviation Week’s Michael Bruno discusses workforce challenges with two Accenture Aerospace and Defense executives. John Schmidt and Communication, Media and Technology Managing Director Jessica Kane provide keen insights into emerging...
by Thomas M. | Sep 7, 2018 | People
In a recent Avi8ion blog, we offered various views on Airbus and Boeing demand projections for aircraft maintenance technicians. Unsurprisingly, increasingly robust demand for Airbus A-320NEO and Boeing 737-Max aircraft could drive some labor demand changes. With...
by Thomas M. | Jun 24, 2018 | Assets, People
A distinct lack of interest in pursing aviation maintenance careers by Millenials, Generation X-ers and Generation Z-ers is causing concern among airlines, MROs and aviation manufacturers.
by Thomas M. | May 29, 2018 | Assets, People
India’s pilot crunch is driving airline challenges in meeting growing middle-class air travel demands. Similar to other countries in the region, aggressive bidding for pilot resources is impacting revenue opportunities. Somewhat related, a recent Avi8ion blog on...
by Thomas M. | Apr 29, 2018 | Assets, People
Three recent news articles in Japan Times, The Guardian and Reuters detail ongoing challenges driven by pilot shortages at international airlines. Interestingly, the three narratives provide different supporting perspectives on this increasingly global challenge. In...
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