Aviator College of Aeronautical Science & Technology in Fort Pierce, Florida, is permanently closing its doors, leading to mass layoffs. The closure impacts a range of employees at the Treasure Coast International Airport location. The college notified employees of the closure on April 9, with layoffs beginning April 15.
What happened
The Aviator College of Aeronautical Science & Technology is permanently closing its Fort Pierce, Florida, location.
How many employees affected
Approximately 50 employees are affected by the closure. The layoffs include administration, human resources, career services, academic affairs, adjunct and ground instructors, librarians, mechanics, and pilots.
Why layoffs happened
The college closure and subsequent layoffs are a result of a lawsuit filed against the college by the family of a former student.
Company background
Aviator College of Aeronautical Science & Technology was located at the Treasure Coast International Airport in Fort Pierce, Florida. It offered programs in aeronautical science and technology.
Industry impact
The closure impacts aviation education and employment in the Treasure Coast region.
What's next
The laid-off employees will need to seek new employment opportunities. The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act is intended to provide affected workers time to find new jobs.
Source: tcpalm.com