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Purdue to Hold Symposium to Address Pilot, Technician Shortages

Research says the aviation industry could need as many as 50,000 more pilots than are available by 2025. Purdue University
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Key Takeaways:

  • Purdue University is hosting the National Aviation Symposium to address the emerging critical shortages of pilots and aviation maintenance technicians.
  • The symposium will tackle the severe workforce deficit, driven by an aging workforce and insufficient new entrants, with projections indicating a global need for 50,000 more pilots by 2025.
  • The event aims to unite the aviation community, including industry, government, and academia, to identify challenges and propose unified strategies to attract, train, and retain aviation professionals.
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Purdue University’s School of Aviation and Transportation Technology has announced the creation of the Purdue University National Aviation Symposium: Emerging Critical Shortages of Pilots and Maintenance Technicians.

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