The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) will host the Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance’s (AWAM) first national conference later this month.
The event is scheduled for 26–28 September at AIM’s Irving campus and marks AWAM’s debut large-scale national gathering. The institute said the partnership highlights its commitment to supporting women pursuing careers in aviation and technical trades.
“AIM is dedicated to training women technicians to support the aviation industry pipeline, and this conference represents an important step toward creating a more equitable work environment for these skilled professionals,” said Jason Pfaff, Chief Executive Officer of the Aviation Institute of Maintenance. “It is our privilege to welcome AWAM members to our Irving campus as they continue building a community where women technicians feel empowered in their workplaces.”
The three-day conference will bring together industry leaders, professionals and students to exchange knowledge, build mentorship networks and develop pathways for more women to join and succeed in aviation maintenance roles.
AWAM President Stacey Rudser, who was also the first female graduate of AIM’s Orlando campus, will lead the event.
About AWAM – Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance
Founded in 1997, AWAM is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) dedicated to advancing women in aviation maintenance. Entirely volunteer-run, AWAM provides networking, education, mentoring, and community-building opportunities while awarding more than $180,000 annually in scholarships to students and certificated A&P technicians of any gender. With a growing network of chapters nationwide, AWAM fosters inclusivity and champions the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals.
About the Aviation Institute of Maintenance
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is a leading provider of aviation maintenance training, preparing students for careers that keep the world in flight. With campuses across the United States, AIM offers hands-on training in aircraft maintenance and is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce ready to meet the demands of the aviation industry.
