Business View Magazine - Mar 2024

need for skilled aviation professionals but has also spurred further expansion of training operations. This collaborative effort underscores the airport’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of aviation professionals and meeting the industry’s evolving demands. This initiative kickstarted efforts to provide accessible and comprehensive flight training opportunities in the region, with ongoing plans to expand training operations further to meet the growing demand for trained pilots. LEVERAGING EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS The airport’s proximity to educational institutions like Georgetown Technical College presents a unique opportunity to foster partnerships to develop aviation programs tailored to industry demands. Discussions with the college administration highlight a shared vision to establish aviation programs, encompassing pilot training and aircraft maintenance, to equip students with the skills necessary to excel in the 172 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 03