Topic:
The Evolving Aviation Job Market and Relevant Safety Concerns
Speaker(s):
Chris Johnson, PhD, CFI, CFII, MEI
Brief Description:
Several high-profile accidents shook the world of aviation safety in the first quarter of 2025, raising many safety concerns:
1) aging air traffic control infrastructure;
2) growing demand for travel and increasing traffic congestion;
3) drones, air taxis and urban air mobility (UAM) vehicles;
4) a shift in workforce demographics.
That said, this safety seminar will be led by former Embry-Riddle Professor, Dr. Chris Johnson, PhD, CFI, CFII, MEI, who will discuss the evolving landscape of the aviation job market and reveal the relevant safety concerns that require attention. Specifically, new modes of air travel are coming online in the next 5-10 years with urban air mobility being powered by distributed-electric propulsion, remote sensing, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, and this seminar will highlight some of the safety challenges confronting younger pilots that are replacing Baby Boomers who are retiring in mass.
Select Number:
EA39137962
Location of Seminar:
Washington Warren Airport / Beaufort County Community College
200 Airport Road
Washington, NC 27889
Directions to Venue:
The seminar will be held in a hanger at OCW. Look for signage. If weather is an issue it will be held at the Beaufort County Community College Aviation Workforce Training center at 201 Airport Road (across the street from the terminal).
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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KOCW
Seating:
40
seats at the facility,
33
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
GSO FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
This FAASTeam safety seminar is co-sponsored by Beaufort County Community College (BCCC) and D2 Flight Academy. They will be co-hosting an OPEN HOUSE, and seminar attendees are welcome to stay after the safety seminar to learn of a new partnership between BCCC and D2 to launch a new professional flight program starting this fall. FREE PIZZA will be provided, so RSVPs are kindly requested. Walk-ins and Fly-ins are welcome.
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
In-person Safety Outreach to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
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