With construction finally completed, the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport unveiled a new aircraft technician school on its campus.
Epic Flight Academy, a Florida-based flight school, gives students the opportunity to become FAA-certified airframe and powerplant aviation mechanics in the aerospace industry.
Last April, Epic broke ground on its over-32,000-square-foot building at CVG. The flight academy consists of more than 15,000 square feet of shop space/training area and nearly 16,000 square feet of classrooms and finished office space. The facility features 10 classrooms, a library, a cafeteria and private offices.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear recently commented on the project, touting its potential impact on the state’s economy.
“Workforce development is the most important and proactive step we can take for the future of Kentucky’s economy,” Beshear said in the press release. “This new training facility from Epic Flight Academy will train workers at CVG, helping prepare thousands of Kentuckians to make an impact in their communities, while also supporting their families through skilled, well-paying jobs. We’re committed to building a pipeline for a skilled workforce, and this is the latest example of that commitment.”
Epic’s aircraft mechanic program kicked off in 2020. Students began training at CVG on April 15, 2024. The program takes approximately 18 months.