PDP Adds Career Planning for Maintenance Career Development

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

600 S. Clyde-Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (904) 226-6397; Offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in aeronautical science, aerospace studies, engineering, aviation maintenance, avionics, computer science, and aviation business administration, available at both Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ, locations. Distance learning programs are also available.

FlightSafety International

Corporate Headquarters, Marine Air Terminal, LaGuardia Airport, Flushing, NY 11371-1061; (718) 565-4100; FlightSafety.com;

As the authorized maintenance training organization for 18 aircraft manufacturers, FlightSafety offers more than 200 courses at 45 Learning Centers located throughout the U.S., Europe, Canada, and the Far East. Training is targeted to respond to the information management requirements of today's aircraft technician by focusing on decision-making skills and logical approaches to problem-solving. Contact Doug Bowen at (800) 291-0679 to receive a copy of the 2000 Schedule of Maintenance Courses.

Global Jet Services, Inc.

3 Grant Estate Dr., Suite 100, West Simsbury, CT 06092; (860) 651-6090; www.globaljetservices.com;

CL600/601/604 Challenger maintenance training. FAA- and Transport Canada-approved. Initial, electrical interface, refresher, and conversion courses.

Grey Owl Aviation Consultants, Inc.

Box 233, Onanole, MB R0J 1N0, Canada; (204) 848-7353; www.greyowl.com;

Grey Owl Aviation facilitates an interactive two-day human factors workshop for aviation technicians to create an awareness of the human factors that affect our judgement. This workshop provides safety nets to prevent errors. The workshops have been found to reduce technical-related incidents and provide a framework for better communication.

Guilford Technical Community College

260 North Regional Rd., Greensboro, NC 27409; (336) 665-9425; www.technet.gtcc.cc.nc.us/;

GTCC offers a full FAA-certified Airframe and Powerplant curriculum; A&P refresher courses (32 hours); Non-destructive Testing courses (Levels I & II) in eddy current, mag particle, liquid dye penetrant, and ultrasound; and IA refresher (8 hours). We also host EAA/SportAir weekend workshops on fabric covering, sheet metal, aircraft electrical, welding, and composites.

Heatcon Composite Systems

600 Andover Pk. E., Seattle, WA 98118; (206) 575-1333; www.heatcon.com;

Heatcon® Composite Systems continues to grow its customer base by providing a unique support and service methodology called the T.E.A.M. approach. Our customers find it convenient and cost-effective to obtain the very best in training, equipment, accessories, and materials for composite repairs from one source . . . the world leader.

Hellier

2051 East Cerritos Ave., Suite 8A, Anaheim, CA 92806; (714) 956-2274; www.hellierndt.com;

Hellier is a leading provider of Level I, II, and III training in the major non-destructive testing methods. Other services provided are consulting and outside agency services including examinations for certification, audit, written practice, and procedure development. Facilities are located in Houston, TX, and Niantic, CT, as well as in Anaheim, CA. Hellier is also an authorized examination center for several nationally recognized certification programs.

Hobart Institute of Welding Technology

400 Trade Square East, Troy, OH 45373; (800) 332-9448; www.welding.org;

Whether it's skill career training or customized technical or specialized weld training with certification, the Hobart Institute offers from one week to nine months of proven techniques, your place or ours. We customize programs for the aerospace industry with the following metals: cobalt, Inconel, titanium, A286-stainless, hastalloy, etc.

North Central Institute (NCI)

168 Jack Miller Blvd., Clarksville, TN 37042; www.nci.edu;

Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Airframe and/or Powerplant training. FAR Part 147 and Part 65 available on a monthly basis. Placement available on completion.