Awards
Each year, the Aerospace Maintenance Council Competition honors the skill, integrity, and professionalism that define our craft. Competitors are recognized across multiple categories—individual and team, professional and student—for their excellence in aircraft maintenance and commitment to safety and collaboration.
The Bill O'Brien Award
The William F. “Bill” O’Brien Award for Excellence in Aircraft Maintenance, sponsored by Snap-on, is the grand prize for the team with the top overall score in the Aerospace Maintenance Council Competition. The four-foot-tall O’Brien trophy, featuring a bust of the first aviation mechanic, Charles E. Taylor, remains with the winning team until the next competition, when it will again be up for grabs.
The Paul Cousins Award (MRO Only)
The Paul Cousins Award was created to recognize and remember the positive impact one individual made on the aviation maintenance profession. Ever the consummate professional, Paul strove to educate others. His determination, passion and pride were second to none. Paul Cousins, a former president of the Australian Licensed Aircraft Engineers Association and strong advocate of the AMC, passed away in 2018 from cancer. The award is presented each year to the non-U.S.-based organization with the lowest score, in recognition of the influence Cousins had on the profession and aviation safety.
Recipients of the Paul Cousins Award represent what Paul battled to ensure safety and professionalism among our craft. Those receiving this prestigious award carry the responsibilities of elevating and promoting the profession. Just like Paul did.
AMC Professionalism Awards
The AMC Professionalism Award recognizes outstanding professionalism, attitude, and teamwork displayed during competition. Individual professional and student recipients are selected by event judges who evaluate conduct, collaboration, and commitment to excellence throughout the event.
John Goglia Professionalism Award, presented by United Airlines (MRO Only)
The John Goglia Professionalism Award recognizes the teams that best embody professionalism, collaboration, and integrity. Judges evaluate team conduct and communication throughout the event, awarding first- and second-place honors to those who exemplify the highest standards of the industry.
AMC Peer Team Award
The AMC Peer Team Award celebrates the spirit of camaraderie and mutual respect among competitors. Voted on by fellow teams, this award honors the group recognized by their peers for exceptional teamwork, professionalism, and sportsmanship throughout the event.
AirExpert Dream Team Award (MRO Only)
The AirExpert Dream Team Award highlights the team that captures the admiration and enthusiasm of the audience. Determined through live stream voting during the competition, this award celebrates the team that stands out for skill, energy, and crowd appeal.