The findings of a new report suggest there could soon be an aviation mechanics shortage, which could trickle down to flight cancelations and delays. Brian Prentice, a consultant at Oliver Wyman firm, discusses the shortage of mechanics and the report. 

Dr. Joel English, the executive vice president of the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, talks with Rose about the contributing factors to the declining interest in aviation maintenance and what the institute is doing to attract more people to the line of work.

Lastly, The Roots Fund is a nonprofit working to help people of color pursue careers in wine-related fields. Ikimi Dubose- Woodson, the CEO and co-founder of The Roots Fund, and Aaron Monu, the co-founder of Wines for the Culture and a Roots Fund Scholar, talk with Rose about a new scholarship fund for metro Atlanta residents.

The findings of a <a href="https://www.oliverwyman.com/our-expertise/insights/2023/jan/not-enough-aviation-mechanics.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">new report</a> suggest there could soon be an aviation mechanics shortage, which could trickle down to flight cancelations and delays. Brian Prentice, a consultant at Oliver Wyman firm,&nbsp;discusses the shortage of mechanics and the report. Dr. Joel English, the executive vice president of the <a href="https://aviationmaintenance.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Aviation Institute of Maintenance</a>, talks with Rose about the&nbsp;contributing factors to the declining interest in aviation maintenance and what the institute is doing to attract more people to the line of work.Lastly, <a href="https://www.therootsfund.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Roots Fund</a> is a nonprofit working to help people of color pursue careers in wine-related fields. Ikimi Dubose- Woodson, the CEO and co-founder of The Roots Fund, and Aaron Monu, the co-founder of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/winesfortheculture/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wines for the Culture</a> and a Roots Fund Scholar, talk with Rose about a new scholarship fund for metro Atlanta residents.

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.