By: Thabo MotlhabiEkurhuleni, In a groundbreaking step towards building the next generation of aviation professionals, Rhodefield Engineering School of Specialisation, recently hosted an Aviation Education Program aimed at Empowering Grade 10 and 11 Learners with first-hand knowledge of aviation careers. The initiative, held over weekend, is the brainchild of Mr. Marita Tshabalala, a respected Organisational and Aviation Psychologist. “In the past, black South Africans were included in aviation, but not significant numbers” said Mr. Tshabalala. “Beyond academics, the workshop also focused on helping changing lives, shaping future, and inspiring confidence,” said Mr. Tshabalala. As a Grade 11 Learner at Rhodefield Engineering School of Specialisation Mr. Mukhethwa Ndou said, ” first, aviation is awesome, it’s a motivation on its own.