mikeroweWORKS Foundation Now Accepting Applications
The 2021 Work Ethic Scholarship Program is now accepting applications from post-secondary students focused on the trades. Last year, PIA students Braden Brunson (Pittsburgh) and Shane Miley (Hagerstown) were awarded scholarships from the nationwide program. The Work Ethic Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who have a strong work ethic,...
Technician 2020 – NOW AVAILABLE
PIA's 2020 Technician is now available! Click the link below to read more about the last year at PIA. Articles Include: -Women Changing Aviation Maintenance -Career Training in a COVID World -Instructor Spotlight: Ross Bowman -Ivan D. Livi Educator Award Technician: Fall 2020
PIA Veterans Honored
The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics celebrated 78 students and employees who have served in the U.S. Military on Veterans Day. Each campus gave Veterans a gift as a small token of gratitude for their service. PIA is proud to support our military members, and thank them for their service...
Former Valedictorian Shares Passion For Aviation
Ricky Lewis, Valedictorian of PIA Myrtle Beach's first graduating class, shared his passion for aviation with his current employer, Pratt & Whitney. The piece was featured on their homepage and echoes the importance of a mechanics role in the industry. "Aviation really hits home for me and my family. My...
ACCSC Recognizes PIA Myrtle Beach as a School of Distinction
The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges has bestowed another honor upon a PIA Campus. PIA Myrtle Beach was recognized at the 2020 ACCSC Virtual Professional Development Conference on September 22nd. The campus was named as a "School of Distinction," for enabling high-levels of achievement amongst their students...
Rosie the Riveter with Aviation Ties Sends Masks to PIA
PIA Myrtle Beach requested and received a shipment of masks, created by non-other than "Rosie the Riveter". 94-year-old Mae Krier, a Pennsylvania native, sent a shipment of red polka dot masks and hair ties mirroring the "We Can Do It!" poster of WWII. Krier left home at 17 to work...
Lieutenant Governor Visits PIA Myrtle Beach
On Tuesday, February 11th, PIA Myrtle Beach hosted South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette. The visit was featured on WMBF News, which included meetings with PIA Administrators, a tour of the campus facilities, and interactions with current students as they worked in their shop classes. Representatives from Piedmont Airlines...
Myrtle Beach Receives Donation from Piedmont Airlines
PIA Myrtle Beach would like to thank Piedmont Airlines for their generous donation of aircraft jacks. The new jacks are greatly appreciated by all who will use them. The Myrtle Beach students, faculty, and staff thank you for your continued support!