Describes in detail the technical knowledge and manipulative skills required of an aviation mechanic (air-frame and powerplant mechanic) by the aviation industry. (BR)

Discusses the purpose, role, and need for citizens' advisory councils in vocational and technical aviation education programs. (SL)

Describes an aviation trades training program offered by the Clover Park schools in Washington which exposes students to all facets of the aviation industry from record keeping to air traffic control in addition to the specific skill of piloting the aircraft. (BR)

Using Bureau of Labor statistics and other surveys, the article gives employment statistics for pilots and mechanics and forecasts increasing numbers of jobs in both fields through 1980. (BR)

Project Schoolflight, which involves building an aircraft in the schools, is described. This activity is sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Air Museum Foundation. (MDR)