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For more information call (800) 466-7404 or visit www1.snapon.com/industrial . EDUCATION & TR AINING Drones STEM Curriculum Program and Textbook Unmanned Safety Institute The Unmanned Safety Institute has launched a major CTE workforce development initiative in conjunction with high schools and colleges throughout the United States. The program provides teacher credentialing and all course materials, including a 400-page academic textbook, to secondary educational institutions throughout the United States. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to take USI's credentialing exam leading to the Small UAS Safety Certification, an industry certification demonstrating expertise as a professional remote pilot and making them highly qualified for careers in the burgeoning industry of Unmanned Aircra Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as "drones." To learn more visit www. UnmannedSafetyInstitute.org or call (877) 535-SAFE (7233). 36 MAY 2017 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT SHOP EQUIPMENT Model 8966 "Fly-Away" Axle Jack Malabar International The Malabar International Model 8966 "Fly-Away" Axle Jack is designed for business and regional jets and consists of a three-stage cylinder assembly and a hand pump with hydraulic reservoir. A liing handle is also supplied for ease of handling. The lightweight, portable jack has a net weight of 35 pounds and features an optional shipping and storage case, which has an additional weight of 35 pounds and can be carried onboard. A 20-ton version has been successfully tested on a wide variety of aircra. TOOLS Side Nut Adjustable Wrenches Snap-on Industrial For more information visit www.malabar.com or call (805) 581-1200. BAHCO announces a new line of high-performance Side Nut Adjustable Wrenches ideal for special applications. BAHCO's exclusive design gives users strength that exceeds ASME torque requirements by 20 percent and ISO torque requirements by 25 percent. They feature a wide grip and thermoplastic handle for comfortable use. Their slim side nut profile and 15-degree angle offers enhanced accessibility to tight spots. Sizes: 6, 8, 10, and 12 inches. Other features include anti-corrosion phosphate finish, side nut operating system, and measurement scale in millimeters. A new ASTM International guide will help assess competencies of avionics professionals who work with airplane technologies and who want to gain certification as aircraft electronics technicians (AETs). Out of 56 teams that competed at the 2017 Aerospace Maintenance Competition, United Airlines Team Cleveland won the 2017 William F. "Bill" O'Brien Award for Excellence in Aircraft Maintenance.