The aviation industry is an interesting institution. In my experience, it is welcoming to newcomers, even those who don’t know what they’re doing (like me when I first poked my head into a flight school not knowing an aileron from an antenna). It is also a space with a rich history, often fostering family legacies that extend well beyond a single generation.
One place where this is apparent is Continental Aerospace Technologies. The aircraft engine manufacturer currently has 45 team members of the 330 it employs in the U.S. who are either working alongside a family member or have a family member who used to work at the company. The ties are eclectic with siblings, cousins, parents, and grandparents paving the way for the next generation of employees.
