ANDOVER, Mass. —

Greater Lawrence Technical School in Massachusetts has launched a $7 million aviation program, providing students with a pathway to careers as mechanics and pilots and offering Federal Aviation Administration certifications upon graduation.

"I've worked in a lot of hangars in my time. And this one is exceptional. We could get two regional jets back in here easily," said Johnny Turner, an aviation instructor at the school.

It's only the second program of its kind in Massachusetts.

"It's a four-year program, and it's closely followed by FAA — comes in twice a year to inspect the program and look at all the students' assessments and performance in the program," Superintendent John LaVoie said.

Turner emphasized the career benefits for students.

"It will give them a stab

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