Aviation Business News
Adam Hickling - Fragomen LLP
09 Apr 2026
The global competition for experienced aviation engineers and technicians is fierce, and it’s set to intensify for UK-based airlines and MRO companies.
New Home Office proposals would overhaul how migrants secure settlement, doubling the standard qualifying period from five to 10 years and to 15 years for many medium- skilled roles.
For an industry already experiencing a shortage of licensed engineers and qualified technicians, the risk is clear: the UK could become a tougher sell for the international talent that keeps aircraft airworthy...
