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Gulfstream G500/600 October 26, 2017

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CABAA Gulfstream event

 

Save the Date!  October 26, 2017 Gulfstream to showcase the G500/600.

Location: Hawthorne Global, KPWK.

The Power of CABAA Aviation Mentoring

Mentoring Creates Flight Plan: Lewis University Graduate to Corporate Pilot

As the pool of qualified pilots dries up, effective mentoring for business aviation candidates may shift to investing and training an induvial that in the recent past would not even be on your radar.  As the pilot market changes, we as department heads and managers need to be aware that making the proper investment and training into younger pilots and giving them appropriate opportunities will enhance our departments, attract better candidates and keep highly skilled pilots in Corporate Aviation.  I have seen this approach not only help my previous department, but I am bringing this approach in my current position as Base Manager and Lead Captain for Axis Jet out of KPWK. 

Nameplate Shaded 2ColorFor example, Former Lewis University Student, Steve Kowalski, approached me a few years back wanting to fly right seat for me in our CJ. With low time but eager to work and learn, I went to my boss, who was hesitant due to Steve’s lack of experience.  My response was simple, “At least we will know the quality of his experience because we will get it for him.” Our approach was to not just have a warm body to make the passengers happy, but to get Steve the experience he needed to achieve and grow his career. 

CABAA Mentoring Efforts Confront Looming Pilot Shortage

CABAA Continues Annual Scholarship and Mentoring Event

This month CABAA continues the tradition of hosting its annual Scholarship and Mentoring event in partnership with Lewis University.  As Business Aviation considers pilot shortages, CABAA is being more intentional than ever about identifying, developing and encouraging the next generation of Business Aviation superstars.  One meeting, one person, one conversation can make a significant impact.

Boeing2Take Mark Jackson, Director of the Boeing Executive Flight Operations, for example.  Through Mark’s role at CABAA, his company has availed tours of both their corporate hangar in Gary, IN and the Seattle-based Boeing Field Manufacturing facility to Lewis University Students.  Generous gestures such as this from a company such as Boeing land as prominent signals to students about opportunities and adventures available in Business Aviation.

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September 9 - Norther IL Airshow
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September 22 - Lewis U

October 26, Gulfstream G500/600

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December 14 - Holiday Party
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