July 24, 2024
Opinion Piece Response: The Real Value of Skilled Maintenance Engineers in Aviation
After reading Ashley Nunes’ opinion piece, “WestJet mechanics make only $109,000 on average. Oh, the humanity,” I feel compelled to point out how short-sighted and unhelpful this opinion is. The author expresses shock at the salary aircraft maintenance engineers earn, framing it as excessive compared to the average Canadian income. However, this perspective ignores the significant expertise, responsibility, and risks...