Cleared for Learning: The Impact of Having a Designated Area and Equipment for the Meteorology and Aircraft Instrument Subjects for BS Air Transportation Students

This study aimed to determine the impact of having a designated area and equipment for the Air Transportation students' learning and skills development, and preparedness in the aviation industry. Facilities and equipment provide students the opportunity to have hands-on experience and to better grasp the concepts of the technical subjects, such as meteorology and aircraft instruments. The researchers use qualitative and quantitative approaches, descriptive and correlational research designs to determine the importance and relationship of facilities and equipment to the students' overall development. Using Slovins' Formula and stratified sampling, the researchers determined the respondents with an acceptable rate of 30% to 40%, which resulted in a number of 85 respondents. The researchers conducted the online survey with eighty five(85) respondents, aside from that, the researchers interviewed one (1) fourth-year student, one (1) Air Transportation Instructor, and one(1) third-year student to ensure reliability of the findings. To analyze and organize data, the researchers used ANOVA, Weighted mean percentage, and Thematic Analysis. The results suggest that the implementation of facilities and equipment for the subjects of meteorology and aircraft instruments is very significant in the students' overall performance if the said facility is accessible and large enough to accommodate students, essential equipment is provided, instructors were expert in the subject's concepts and equipment, and the implementation is integrated into the institution's curriculum. In conclusion, having a designated area and equipment for the Air Transportation students will make a huge contribution to the students' skills, learning development, and preparedness for their future occupation.

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