Mentoring Matters: American Airlines AMTs Guide Students for Upcoming Aerospace Maintenance Competition

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American Airlines is sponsoring a team of aspiring aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) from the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) in Chicago as they prepare for the 2023 Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC), held in Atlanta from April 18-20. This initiative is part of American's ongoing partnership with AIM to foster the next generation of aviation professionals. The competition will feature participants from various sectors, including schools and airlines, competing in over 25 maintenance scenarios. In addition to the AIM team, American is also sponsoring six professional teams and two additional student teams, showcasing its commitment to workforce development in aviation.

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• Sponsoring AIM students enhances American Airlines' reputation in workforce development.
• Partnership with AIM helps to train future aviation maintenance professionals.

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / April 25, 2023 / American Airlines

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At American Airlines Hangar 2 on the north side of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, a team of aspiring aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) from the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) Chicago campus have been hard at work practicing for the 2023 Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC). Under mentorship from two seasoned American Airlines AMTs, the team has been preparing to go head-to-head with other student teams from across the country in more than 25 events. American is sponsoring the AIM team as part of its ongoing partnership with the school to train the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals.

This year's AMC, held in Atlanta April 18-20, is in conjunction with Aviation Week's MRO Americas and brings together teams from schools, airlines, military, general aviation, repair and maintenance organizations and space to compete against each other in real-life maintenance scenarios. In addition to the AIM student team, American is sponsoring six teams of aviation maintenance professionals from around the system along with two additional student teams.

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FAQ

What is the 2023 Aerospace Maintenance Competition sponsored by American Airlines?

The 2023 Aerospace Maintenance Competition is an event where teams, including those sponsored by American Airlines, compete in aviation maintenance scenarios.

When and where is the AMC taking place?

The AMC is taking place in Atlanta from April 18-20, 2023.

How is American Airlines involved in training aviation professionals?

American Airlines is involved through its partnership with the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, sponsoring student teams to support training and mentorship.

How many teams is American Airlines sponsoring for the AMC?

American Airlines is sponsoring a total of eight teams for the AMC, including one student team from AIM and six professional teams.

What skills are being showcased at the Aerospace Maintenance Competition?

The competition showcases practical skills in aviation maintenance across more than 25 events.