I’m Nathan Ferguson—an accessory shop technician at SkyWest, an aircraft maintenance student, and the creator of FergAir. This is my experience, what I’m learning, and where I’m headed.
My aviation experience started in the FBO world at Signature Aviation and Atlantic Aviation, where service, aircraft handling, and attention to detail go hand in hand. I’ve worked around aircraft, supported customers, and learned how much preparation matters when a ramp gets busy.
Today, I work in SkyWest’s accessory shop while studying aircraft maintenance at Salt Lake Community College. Through FergAir, I document that journey and help other people explore what an aircraft maintenance career can look like.
My long-term interests include general aviation maintenance, avionics, and building an aviation business grounded in practical experience.
Maintenance shop experience, line service, and customer support—each role has shaped how I approach the next one.
Working in the accessory shop while pursuing formal aircraft maintenance training. Building practical shop experience alongside classroom learning, with a focus on careful work, technical skills, and continued growth.
Experience in FBO operations and customer service, including aircraft handling, ramp coordination, and helping passengers and crews. Returned to Atlantic for weekend work alongside my maintenance role and school.
Developed a foundation in aviation ground operations and customer support. Experience includes handling luggage and vehicles, supporting aircraft movements with spotters, and staying organized during busy shifts.
My A&P training is in progress. Avionics is an additional area of study and career interest.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician Training (AMTT), working toward Airframe and Powerplant certification.
Studying voltage, current, resistance, Ohm’s law, electrical power, and basic components, with an interest in pursuing NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician certification.
Certification goal • Not yet certifiedAviation brings technical work and people together. I value preparation, clear communication, and doing the job carefully.
Accessory shop experience, technical drawings, corrosion treatment and surface preparation coursework, weight and balance, and electrical fundamentals.
FBO line service, aircraft towing with spotters, luggage and vehicle handling, and coordinating competing priorities during busy operations.
Sharing technical learning on video, explaining aviation career pathways, and developing resources to help people take their first step into the industry.
FergAir connects my own aviation journey with resources for people curious about becoming aircraft mechanics.
I share what I’m learning in aircraft maintenance school—from drawings and math to corrosion, weight and balance, and mechanic privileges. Practical lessons from a student living the process.
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