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piston engine labs and incorporates hangar space And the airport is happy to do their part for the

for 20 static aircraft – including an Ornge Sikorski industry. “John C. Munro Hamilton International
helicopter and Falcon corporate jet – and outside Airport is an international gateway for affordable

space for operational planes. passenger travel and the largest overnight express

cargo airport in Canada,” said Cathie Puckering,
“I am very excited to partner with Mohawk College President and CEO. “As an economic engine,

on Canada’s newest aviation center of excellence,” Hamilton International Airport continues to seek

said Barry Lapointe, Founder and CEO of KF partnership opportunities to drive community
Aerospace. “I still remember my excitement and benefits and promote access to local talent

passion when I went to school to become an AME, and services. With on-site access to a variety of

and hope students take full advantage of this Airport customers, KF Aerospace and Mohawk
legacy facility. I know the pandemic has temporarily College’s Centre for Aviation Technology will further

altered air travel, but both Mohawk students and contribute to workforce development in our region
KF are well-positioned for the coming rebound. I by helping supply well-rounded candidates for the

think timing will work out perfectly for the future growing aerospace sector.”

graduates as we re-start our expansion plans.” www.mohawkcollege.ca

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