London – 12th October 2021: London Biggin Hill Airport is announcing the launch of Futures Week, an exciting new programme designed to inspire and encourage young people interested in pursuing a career in the aviation industry.
Taking place from 14th – 18th February 2022, Futures Week will give 15 young people the opportunity to experience first-hand what it’s like to work within the aviation sector. It will showcase a variety of careers from engineering, piloting, air traffic control and ramp operations that are available at both London Biggin Hill Airport and within the many resident aerospace businesses based here.
Throughout the week, the students will receive hands-on experience, take part in immersive visits and go behind the scenes at the airport, as well as having the opportunity to talk to inspirational aviation professionals offering advice about different careers.
Hannah Gray, STEM Ambassador at London Biggin Hill Airport, says: “We are delighted to be launching London Biggin Hill Airport’s first ever Futures Week which will help support the aspirations of young people. As the capital’s pre-eminent business aviation airport and a leading centre for aviation technology and enterprise, it is important that we play our part in inspiring and helping them to become part of this exciting and varied industry.”
Futures Week is open to those aged between 14-18 years. Applications can be made through https://biggin-yourairport.co.uk/unite-to-inspire/ and successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview at the Airport.
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About London Biggin Hill Airport
London Biggin Hill Airport is located 12 miles from central London and offers award-winning VIP handling, a choice of FBOs, extensive hangarage, support and maintenance services for all ranges of business jets.
A designated UK Port of Entry, London Biggin Hill is free of runway slot constraints. An exclusive six-minute helicopter transfer service to and from the heart of the capital makes it the fastest transfer of any London airport.
London Biggin Hill is the only dedicated business aviation airport within the capital and is already home to more than 70 resident aviation businesses.
There are very few places in the world other than London Biggin Hill where aircraft operators and support companies can conduct all aspects of their business operations, management and maintenance at the heart of a global city and with the confidence in their ability to expand and develop over time.
