Hawaiian Museum Unveils New Program for Aviation Maintenance Careers

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Hawaiian Airlines has partnered with the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum to introduce a new certification initiative aimed at high school students interested in pursuing careers in aviation maintenance.

The initiative, named the Aviation Pathways: Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Program, is a complimentary two-year training program. It is specifically designed for juniors in Oʻahu high schools, focusing on essential skills needed in aviation maintenance and mechanics.

In addition to Hawaiian Airlines, other collaborators include Alaska Airlines, West-MEC, and the Si Robin Foundation, which is dedicated to offering aerospace scholarships.

Commencing on August 4, 2025, this engaging program provides students with mentorship, hands-on training, and the technical expertise required to earn a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) A&P license.

Holders of the FAA A&P license are authorized to conduct maintenance and repairs on aircraft, ensuring they remain safe for flight. These licensed professionals can operate as independent aircraft mechanics, carrying out tasks such as inspections, repairs, and overhauls on various aircraft parts.

The program is hosted at the Civil Air Patrol Headquarters, conveniently located near Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). Initially, it will support 10 students from both Department of Education schools and Kamehameha Schools.

Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are instrumental in providing essential instructional materials and equipment. Hawaiian Airlines is supplying a full-time A&P instructor from its team, while Alaska Airlines is contributing classroom toolboxes to enhance hands-on training.

Upon completion of the program, students will graduate from high school and gain eligibility to take the FAA certification exam. This opens up opportunities for careers such as aviation maintenance technician, aircraft repairman, or aircraft quality assurance inspector.

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Are you excited to see how this program will shape the future of aviation maintenance careers?

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