Northrop Rice to Continue Popular Aviation Basics Course in 2023 at Ellington Airport/Houston Spaceport
Northrop Rice USA Inc., a recognized leader in aviation maintenance education, has announced they will continue their highly successful Aviation Basics program in 2023. Developed in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters through an FAA Workforce development grant, the Aviation Basics program provides an opportunity for individuals to become qualified for entry level positions at manufacturing, MRO, airline and repair facilities. The full-time program lasts approximately 8 weeks and covers topics such as tools, safety, regulations, electrical, structures, hydraulics, materials, corrosion control, and human factors.
HOUSTON, Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northrop Rice USA Inc., a recognized leader in aviation maintenance education, has announced they will continue their highly successful Aviation Basics program in 2023. Developed in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters through an FAA Workforce development grant, the Aviation Basics program provides an opportunity for individuals to become qualified for entry level positions at manufacturing, MRO, airline and repair facilities. The full-time program lasts approximately 8 weeks and covers topics such as tools, safety, regulations, electrical, structures, hydraulics, materials, corrosion control, and human factors.
"Our program is focused on introducing more individuals to the aviation maintenance/manufacturing industry through basic foundation training," says Cathy Landry, President of Northrop Rice, "Aviation Basics is designed specifically for those with minimal or no experience and focuses on building mechanical aptitude in basic maintenance operations. Eligibility for this program is for any individual seeking entry level work in aviation maintenance, manufacturing, or a related field."
Located on the Ellington Airport/Houston Spaceport campus, Northrop Rice supports the Houston Airport System's vision to support general training skills and build a world-class aviation and aerospace workforce in the Greater Houston Area.
"As a center for collaboration and innovation, we're excited that Northrop Rice will continue to offer these courses in conjunction with our vision and mission," says Arturo Machuca, Director of Ellington Airport/Houston Spaceport, "with over 50 years of aviation and aerospace experience, Northrop Rice continues to train some of the most capable people in the industry."
A mix of online, classroom and shop training, the Aviation Basics course enhances educational opportunities for a diverse group of candidates to secure minimal skills and knowledge for a maintenance position in aviation as well as other technical skill industries.
The next Aviation Basics class starts February 13, 2023. Please visit http://www.aviation-basics.com or contact Northrop Rice at 281-499-7200 for more information on how to register for the program.
Northrop Rice USA, Inc was founded in 1971 to develop and deliver custom training solutions for the aviation and aerospace industries. Northrop Rice operated ten Part 147 aviation maintenance schools and was a technology provider for the Government of Malaysia. A family business with five decades of aviation training experience and expertise, Northrop Rice currently provides classroom, online and hands-on practical training for maintenance and modification personnel.
Media Contact
Cathy Landry, Northrop Rice USA Inc, 1 281-499-7200, [email protected]
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