Rep. Zawistowski Joins Kickoff for Bombardier FastTrack Training Program
Key Takeaways
- Bombardier's expansion of the FastTrack program creates high tech jobs in Connecticut
State Rep. Tami Zawistowski (R-61) today joined Jonathan Savino, Windsor Locks First Selectman, Jason Hayes, East Granby First Selectman, Michael Shea, Executive Director of the Connecticut Airport Authority, Ray Godon, General Manager of Bombardier’s Hartford Service Center, Dr. Alice Pritchard, Executive Director of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System and other state and local officials for the kick‑off celebration of Bombardier’s and CT Aero Tech’s new Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) FastTrack accelerated training program.
Held in the “demonstration hangar” at Bombardier’s Service Center (Building 85-173) at Bradley International Airport, the formal announcement ceremony highlighted the first of its kind partnership between Bombardier and the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System that will allow A&P students, including veterans, to earn a paycheck while learning the advanced skills that will fast‑track their careers toward becoming full‑time, highly skilled technicians in a high-demand and well-paying industry.
“The continued growth and expansion of Connecticut’s high tech aeronautical industry is impressive, and Bombardier’s commitment to training the men and women needed to keep these extremely complex aircraft in peak operating condition will benefit Windsor Locks, North Central Connecticut and the entire state,” Rep. Zawistowski said. “The new program will provide opportunities for those in the workforce seeking to increase their skills and gain FAA certification.
Following a brief welcome and remarks by Godon and Shea, the invited guests were able to tour a Bombardier Global 7500 jet and speak with technicians regarding its capabilities, amenities, and more. Interestingly, the cockpit controls, including the HUD EVS system which provides location, safety, and landing information and logistics, were designed locally in Windsor Locks by Collins Aerospace.
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