Diversity

Moving the needle on the sector’s gender imbalance will require leadership to prioritize inclusivity and respect in the hangar.

After retiring from American Airlines, Parker is breaking down barriers to recruit and diversify the pilot pool.

Solving the industry’s problem requires applying all available resources—from industry, government and aviation education—to draw new talent to the field.

The Wings Club Foundation this year presented a record 17 scholarships totaling $250,000 to students pursuing careers in aviation.

The new program is currently partnering with multiple aviation companies to secure employment upon completion of the course.

Zack Anglin proves that hands and feet are not essential for piloting an aircraft.

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Delta Flights Product has created a new personal wheelchair access offering—based on what was just a concept last year.

The industry needs to offer more flexibility and financial incentive and find ways to resonate with young people.

Expanding the workforce is about addressing systemic barriers to talent—a change that can improve the aviation industry.

Doing nothing to solve these problems really isn’t an option.

A look at the winners from this year’s Aerospace Maintenance Competition and how the event is making progress on diversity.

Aviation and MRO industry experts share strategies for improving workforce diversity.

Pegasus Airlines, an LCC, has become Turkey’s second-largest carrier and is in growth mode.

As labor shortages beleaguer the industry, why is there a shortage of women in aviation?

AAR is growing workforce training and diversity efforts through new funding and partnerships.

Women in Aviation International Singapore members discuss the importance of mentorship programs in helping promote diversity in the aviation industry.

Speaking at GAD World, airport executives said the pandemic has created a gap in knowledge through the loss of experienced staff and a leakage of skilled labor

Miranda Wales, maintenance mechanic at SkyWest Airlines, speaks with Aviation Week about how the industry could draw more interest from women and young people.

Aviation Week Network recognizes 20 exceptional students leading change in the aerospace and defense industry.

While some flight schools have impressive graduation rates producing new pilots with sport and private certificates, many others are confronted with attrition t

The cadet-pilot program is open to candidates without any flight experience and is “designed to inspire professional vocations among candidates from all backgro

The industry is leaning on technology to handle pandemic recovery, but is that just further hollowing out the workforce?

The airline recently restarted a youth pipeline program to grow a more inclusive technical workforce.

A Canadian nonprofit focused on the gender gap in aviation has launched a government-funded project to help the industry better evaluate and improve equity, div