Volunteer Opportunities

Airwing/ Aircraft Restoration Volunteer

Job Description:

  • Assist in maintaining and potentially restoring historic aircraft
  • Corrosion control (cleaning) is the task at hand for newbies or those without prior experience in restoration or metal work. A rewarding experience! Training in maintenance is provided
  • Experienced aircraft metal workers, painters, bodyworkers and novices with mechanical aptitude are ideal participants, where additional duties may include: fabrication, installation and repair of aircraft components
  • Washing aircraft. May evolve to include fabrication, installation and repair of aircraft components , depending on skill and aptitude

For more info see https://airwing.midway.org/

Minimum Requirements:

Moderate physical demands. Requires the ability to climb on stands, ladders and aircraft as well as lifting up to 20 pounds.

Training Provided:

All volunteers must complete an initial orientation with the Airwing department.

Commitment:

  • A commitment of at least 10 hours per month is necessary
  • Work hours are: 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. noon, on Tuesday, Fridays and/or Saturdays