Since last September, general aviation manufacturers in the United States have reduced their employment rolls by almost 12,400. Another 7,000 jobs have been eliminated elsewhere in the world. The numbers do not include 850 workers left without a paycheck when Eclipse declared bankruptcy. Despite the beginnings of economic good news, the culling of jobs in GA is expected to continue in the coming months when Cessna and Hawker Beechcraft announce further workforce reductions.
Layoffs Continue to Impact GA Workforce
Key Takeaways:
- General aviation manufacturers have eliminated nearly 20,000 jobs globally since last September, with 12,400 of those in the United States.
- An additional 850 workers lost their jobs due to Eclipse's bankruptcy.
- Despite some positive economic signs, further workforce reductions are expected from major manufacturers like Cessna and Hawker Beechcraft in the coming months.
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