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ACP288 Airport Operations Careers With Karissa Strickland

Airport Operations

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss airport operation management careers with Karissa Strickland, airport operations supervisor, St. Pete Clearwater International Airport.

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Talking Points:

  • Welcome Karissa Strickland
  • Her current job in aviation.
  • What it is like to work in an airport with a mix of General Aviation and Airline Traffic.
  • How she developed her passion for aviation and why she enjoys her job.
  • From flying to airport management. 
  • Her path towards her current position.
  • What various managerial positions are available in airport operations.
  • Ground and management jobs in operations.
  • The pay and benefits for jobs in airport operations.
  • Advice for those seeking jobs in airport operations.
  • What is next for Karrissa?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.instagram.com/all_things_karissa/

Polk State College Article about Karissa

https://www.facebook.com/Fly2PIE

Aerospace Sciences Aerospace Administration Polk State College

https://www.faa.gov/airports/airport_safety/part139_cert/what-is-part-139/