New Gulfstream G700 Takes Flight
Culminating the much-awaited anticipations, the recently unveiled Gulfstream G700 took to the air for the first time on February 14th, 2020.
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How To Make More Money as a Contractor This Year
Qualified aviation contractors are in higher demand than ever. Aviation companies are looking for seasonal and project-specific talent to meet rising demand. And some are looking for contractors to fill longer-term needs without adding the extra cost of recruiting, training, and orienting.
MoreMIT Student Creates A New Process For Stronger Composites
Engineering students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), led by postdoc Joenyoon Lee, are working on a new method to develop aerospace-grade composite materials – without the need for the massive heat and pressure vessels used in current processes.
MoreTips For Creating a Better Aviation Contractor Resume
If you think about it, a perfectly written, well-presented resume that clearly demonstrates your experience and professionalism can change the direction of your entire life. Even as an aviation contractor who may be looking for a shorter-term, high-quality position, being selected based upon the quality of your resume can give you the tools, experience, and contacts that will raise your employability to a whole new level.
MoreHow The Airline Industry Is Dealing With the Coronavirus Outbreak
The outbreak of the coronavirus has plunged the airline industry into a mini crisis. The virus, which has killed over 305 people as of February 2, is spreading like a bushfire.
MoreTop Cities For Aviation Jobs
For aviation workers, where you live can be a huge factor during a job search. While you’re free to submit applications to any employer from any corner of the country, living in certain cities or metros significantly increases your chances of not only landing that dream job but also getting potentially a hirer payrate and a great work-life balance.
MoreWhy You Should Switch To A Contract Job This Year
The field of aviation offers more opportunities for skilled workers than ever before. The demand for engineers, A&P mechanics, avionics technicians, maintenance, and other positions is snowballing as more people and goods will be traveling.
More2020 W-4 Changes
Employees should be aware that the IRS has recently made significant changes in the guidelines for completing your W-4 Tax Form, the Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate. This form tells your employer how much you would like for them to withhold from your gross pay for federal tax payments.
MoreTake A Look At The World's First Remote-Controlled Airport
Traditionally, airports have an air control tower from where operators guide landing and takeoff of all aircraft. Every airplane scheduled to take off or land must first get clearance from the control tower. Even in modern airports where a few activities are handled remotely, there’s usually an Air Traffic Control (ATC) unit on-site.
MoreBoeing Has Shut Down Production on the 737 MAX
Boeing 737 MAX airplanes were grounded in March 2019 following the tragic crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia that resulted in the deaths of over 300 people. The specific cause of the disasters has been identified as a glitch in the automated guidance control system that was intended to keep the nose of the airplane properly stabilized.
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