SmartStart

C&L Wants You. Yes, You

You may be wondering if becoming an Aircraft Mechanic is a viable career path. 

Through C&L Aviation’s Smart Start program, we are offering a financially sound approach to careers in aviation. 

More than ever, licensed Aircraft Mechanics are in high demand. C&L is working to address the national shortage by providing a scholarship program, student loan payback program, apprenticeships, and educational events such as the NextGen Aviators program. 

Learn more and start your journey now!


Our Smart Start Programs

  • C&L Aviation Group is offering one full-tuition scholarship to pursue an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License
  • Available to a Bangor area graduating high school senior
  • Learn more here.

      • Choose the school or FAA-certified program that is right for you to receive your A&P license.
      • Complete your certifications and come and work with the team at C&L Aviation Group where we’ll help you pay off your student loans.
      • Learn more here.

      • C&L provides a paying job and employee benefits for an apprentice as they gain on-the-job experience to prepare for the FAA certification examination and a career in aviation.
      • Learn more here.

      • May 2-5, 2023 at C&L Aviation Group.
      • Open to Greater Bangor Area high school students.
      • 3-hour hands-on manufacturing, maintenance, and flight experience.
      • This program is proven to inspire students to consider the aviation and skilled trades sectors.
      • Learn more here.