Integrating Sustainability into Aviation Training Perspectives from Industry Professionals

Abstract

This paper is part of a broader research project aimed at identifying the most appropriate training materials, formats, and delivery methods for aviation sustainability content for future aviation professionals, starting from the early stages of their training. The current paper presents the data analysis and results of a short online survey targeting aviation professionals. Specifically, it provides preliminary data on sustainability perspectives from global aviation professionals. Through qualitative analysis, the creation of a baseline from a random sample of aviation professionals offers insight into their perspectives and how they could be influenced toward a more sustainable pathway. Additionally, the paper presents a Cramér's V statistical test to examine the association between aviation professions and responses on sustainability. The aim of this paper is to analyze current attitudes toward sustainability among aviation professionals and to explore how they can be better prepared and informed about emerging topics like sustainability.