The Columbia River Gorge recently welcomed representatives from the Oregon Department of Aviation and the Washington Department of Transportation, Aviation Division, on a comprehensive tour organized by the Mid-Columbia Economic Development District

Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) proudly announces the addition of a second cohort to the Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program. Tyson Aldrich will join lead instructor Bryan Despain in providing high-quality instruction for an additional 16 students per year.

CGCC is bringing a new aviation maintenance technician program to the Gorge to address a shortage in the industry. “The average starting annual pay for a certificated mechanic is $45,000,” and this is increasing every year. Experienced mechanics earn $70,000 per year or more. Read more here.