FEAM Aero partnered with Epic Flight Academy to build a new aircraft mechanic training facility at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). The groundbreaking ceremony was on Monday and included local, state and federal government officials, representatives from Ohio and Northern Kentucky economic development groups, CVG executives, FEAM Aero and Epic Flight Academy.
“We are very proud of our FAA-certified aircraft mechanic training,” COO of Epic Flight Academy Josh Rawlins said. “Our graduates are highly sought after and the knowledge and skills they acquire prepares each of them for rewarding careers. We are excited to be partnering with a company like FEAM Aero at this location.”
The demand for aircraft mechanic positions is high in the Cincinnati region. CVG serves over seven million passengers each year and is one of the fastest-growing cargo airports in the U.S. and seventh-largest cargo airport in North America. CVG is home to Amazon Air’s megahub and DHL Express’ Global Superhub for the Americas.
FEAM Aero is an aircraft maintenance company and has a hangar on CVG’s campus. The aircraft line maintenance service provider is in the process of building a large second hangar at CVG. FEAM and Epic teamed up to launch mechanic students into a career and fuel cargo operations at the airport.
“The opening of this new school at CVG Airport is a significant step towards our goals of helping to expand the aviation maintenance technician workforce and diversifying the industry,” FEAM Aero President Cam Murphy said. “Working with Epic in conjunction with CVG allows FEAM Aero to provide invaluable hands-on experience to all future AMTs by giving them real-world experiences, working on the various aircraft that enter our hangars, and the ability to work while in school.”
“FEAM Aero is dedicated to building the AMT community of tomorrow by recruiting, training, and developing the next generation of talented individuals from all backgrounds, with a particular focus on transitioning military personnel, women, and minorities,” Murphy said. “We are excited to award up to 8 scholarships this inaugural year to those interested in attending Epic Flight Academy’s maintenance school at CVG Airport.”
The building design and construction process will be managed by Cincinnati Commercial Contracting. Once it is complete, the building will be 32,292 square feet. The new building will have the classroom space to fit up to 300 students and staff. The building will also be equipped with parking.
“From the initial phone call in October 2022 to aiming for a completed building in December 2023 remains a very aggressive schedule,” Principal and CFO of CCC Jason Manni said. “Numerous decisions and approvals had to be made very quickly. CCC is grateful to be a part of this project. We have enjoyed working with Epic Aviation, FEAM Aero and the CVG team on this project to quickly develop a first-class facility.”
The mechanic school is expected to be completed in 2024 and enrollment will begin after.
“Partnering with educational institutions to prepare students for a career in aviation is a priority for us at CVG,” CEO at CVG Candace McGraw said. “We look forward to welcoming Epic Flight Academy to our campus to complement our strong partnership with FEAM Aero. Together, we will transform lives and unlock new career opportunities for people in our region, all while helping fuel continued aviation economic growth in our region.”
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