Aviation industry day comes to Hawke’s Bay Airport

Showcasing aviation industry careers
 
A huge range of aviation careers will be on show for students in February at a special industry day hosted by Napier Aero Club, with support from Hawke’s Bay Airport.
Maretta Seumanutafa from Napier Aero Club says the industry day is a chance for students with an interest in aircraft and aviation to come along and talk to people who are working in the industry.
“We want to inspire, excite, and enable all those with an interest in aviation to pursue a career within the industry in a role they feel suits them.
“Aviation is suffering from a lack of people entering the industry, and as a result, finding people to fill the broad range of roles that keep our industry moving is becoming increasingly difficult. That’s why we are taking this bold step, and holding a careers day.
“There is much more to aviation than being a commercial pilot or a flight steward. There is a huge range of roles available, and we want to show there are multiple pathways for a range of skills and trades for people who are interested.
“At our industry day students will be able to chat to business owners, aviation trades and people in associated ground support roles, enabling a connection to the “real” face of aviation, as well as tertiary institutions. It also provides an opportunity for organisations to meet with young people as an avenue towards employment,” says Maretta.
Judi Godbold, Manager Marketing and Business Growth, Hawke’s Bay Airport, says the Airport is pleased to support the aviation industry day.
“The general aviation community is a really important part of Hawke’s Bay Airport, and for that community to thrive it needs to be able to attract people to the many roles that are available.
“So whether you want to work with fixed wing aircraft or helicopters, be an aviation mechanic, work on avionics, train people to fly, be involved with top dressing supporting our agricultural community, or fly yourself, there is a huge range of careers and ways to be involved.
“Come along and see what’s on offer, talk to the people who are working in the industry and find out how they got their start,” says Mrs Godbold.
What: Hawke’s Bay Aviation Industry Day
Where: Napier Aero Club, Watchman Road, Hawke’s Bay Airport.
When:  11:00 am to 2:00 pm, Friday 14 February
Who can attend: Year 11 students and above with an interest in aviation careers
Contact: Maretta Seumanutafa, Napier Aero Club

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