Aviation Institute of Maintenance to Premiere First-Ever Aviation Trade School Episode of Amazon Prime Video’s The College Tour

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) will host the premiere event for its episode of Amazon Prime Video’s hit series The College Tour on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at AIM’s AMT Campus in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey. The event marks AIM as the first aircraft maintenance trade school featured on the nationally recognized series.

The evening will include red carpet arrivals, step-and-repeat photo opportunities, an exclusive screening of the episode and a live panel hosted by Alex Boylan alongside AIM students featured in the episode.

Viewers will get an inside look at AIM’s aviation maintenance training programs and the growing demand for skilled aviation professionals. Through firsthand student perspectives, audiences will see how AIM prepares students for in-demand careers as aviation maintenance technicians through FAA-aligned training and real-world experience.

The premiere comes as airlines and aviation employers continue investing in the next generation of skilled maintenance technicians to support the future of air travel and meet growing workforce demand. Recent industry analysis projects the global shortage of aviation maintenance technicians could reach approximately 60,000 by 2029, underscoring the growing need for workforce development and training programs across the aviation industry.

“We’re proud to spotlight the students and instructors helping shape the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals,” said Jason Pfaff, Chief Executive Officer of the Aviation Institute of Maintenance. “At a time when students and families are reevaluating the return on investment of traditional higher education, this episode showcases how career-focused training can create direct pathways into high-demand careers in economically critical industries like aviation maintenance.”

Hosted by Emmy-nominated producer and Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour provides an inside look at schools and career-focused programs across the country through the voices of students and campus leaders.

“One of the most rewarding parts of The College Tour is giving students the opportunity to share their stories in an authentic way,” said Alex Boylan, host of The College Tour. “This episode gives viewers an inside look at the passion, discipline and hands-on experience that define the AIM community, while highlighting the skilled trades as a strong alternative pathway to traditional higher education and the exciting career opportunities available in aviation maintenance.”

About The College Tour

The College Tour is an award-winning series that helps students and families explore colleges and career-focused programs through the power of storytelling. Hosted by Alex Boylan, each episode takes viewers inside campuses across the country, offering firsthand insight from students, faculty and alumni. The College Tour is available on Amazon Prime Video, the series’ mobile app and at www.thecollegetour.com.

About the Aviation Institute of Maintenance

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is a premier provider of aviation maintenance education, offering hands-on, FAA-aligned programs that prepare students for high-demand careers in the aviation industry. With campuses nationwide, AIM is committed to developing a skilled, diverse workforce that keeps the world in flight. Learn more at https://aviationmaintenance.edu/.