The Los Angeles Unified School District, working closely with the Van Nuys Aviation Center and Clay Lacy Aviation said recent program opportunities for female mechanics at the LAUSD’s top training program show the percentage of women in the A&P program at Van Nuys – 10 percent – far exceeds the national average for women employed in the industry – 2.3 percent. Clay Lacy Aviation last week awarded $10,000 in scholarships to some of the 150 students enrolled to further their education at the VNAC.
Women Mechanic Numbers Climb at Van Nuys
Key Takeaways:
- The LAUSD Van Nuys Aviation Center's (VNAC) A&P program significantly exceeds national averages in female enrollment (10% vs. 2.3%) while preparing students for high-skilled, high-paying aviation jobs.
- Clay Lacy Aviation actively supports the VNAC, recently awarding $10,000 in scholarships and contributing over $40,800 since 2015, in addition to donating aircraft for student training.
- Established in 1973, the unique two-year program costs $1,200 annually, provides hands-on experience, and boasts a job placement rate exceeding 95% for graduates who pass FAA licensing exams.
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