We cannot afford to have labour shortages in the aviation industry

We will need to hire 55,000 new workers, including 7,300 pilots and 5,300 new aircraft mechanics to keep up with the projected growth of the industry.
It is projected that by 2025 there will be a significant labour and skills shortage in the aviation industry, says Transport Minister Marc Garneau.
It is projected that by 2025 there will be a significant labour and skills shortage in the aviation industry. We will need to hire 55,000 new workers, including 7,300 pilots and 5,300 new aircraft mechanics to keep up with the projected growth of the industry. Air transport is particularly importa...

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