VAN NUYS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SHADOW VNY AVIATION EXPERTS

(Van Nuys, California – February 18, 2016)  Today, 25 students from Van Nuys High School learned about various exciting aviation career paths through hands-on activities at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Groundhog Job Shadow Day is held in partnership with Junior Achievement of Southern California and aviation businesses.

            Students began their day with a tour of the airfield before shadowing various businesses including Aerolease, Castle & Cooke, Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Fire Station #114, MP Aero, North Valley Occupational Center, Rotor FX, Signature Flight Support, Western Jet, and Van Nuys Airport. “I liked this place (airport) a lot, I am really glad I came! Everyone should come and learn more about the airport,” said Kobe Lopez, Van Nuys High School

            Job Shadow Day also benefits employers at VNY who rely on these students to be part of the next generation of aviation workers. “I didn’t mind missing school today, because I learned a lot,” said Jasmin Benitez of Van Nuys High School who wants to be a mechanical engineer.

About Van Nuys Airport:

VNY is one of three airports owned and operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), a self-supporting branch of the City of Los Angeles, governed by a seven-member Board of Airport Commissioners who are appointed by the mayor and approved by the Los Angeles City Council.

One of the world's busiest general aviation airports, VNY serves as a valued San Fernando Valley resource, providing ongoing leadership in general aviation, business and community service. Dedicated to noncommercial air travel, VNY had over 217,000 operations in 2015. More than 100 businesses are located on the 730-acre airport, including four major fixed-base operators and numerous aviation service companies.