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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know to position your organization as a Top Shop.
2-Phase
Selection Process
100%
Peer-Driven Voting
Awards Framework
Currently, The145 presents 32 award categories in the active directory. Over time, the number of awards has increased and remains one of the most comprehensive recognitions in aviation maintenance.
- Accessories Class I, II, and III
- Airframe and Aerostructures
- APU
- APU Overhaul
- Avionics and Instruments
- DER Repair
- Ducting
- Electrical Panels
- Electro-Mechanical
- Engine Accessories
- Engine Components
- Engine Overhaul
- Fuel Systems and Fuel Accessories
- Galley Components
- Gyros
- Heat Transfer
- Hydraulics
- In-Flight Entertainment Systems
- Interiors
- Landing Gear
- Lavatory / Sanitation Components
- Lighting
- NDT Facility
- OEM
- Ozone
- Plastic Components
- Pneumatics
- Safety Equipment
- Specialty Service
- Total Solutions Provider
- Transparencies
- Wheel and Brake
Voting & Governance
How to Increase Your Chances
Three practical tactics that consistently improve nomination momentum.
Fit the Part
Evaluate your strengths in service quality, turn-around times, pricing, innovation, and professionalism. Strong operations and consistency are what peers recognize.
Download the "Vote for Us" Link
Increase exposure by placing your vote button in email signatures and on your website to make nominations easier for customers and partners.
Educate Your Staff
Coach customer-facing teams to ask for nominations at the right moments, especially when customers express satisfaction with your work.