UVM and Aeroméxico launch aeronautical engineering with dual model

New career seeks to meet the demand for 700 thousand specialists in global aviation.

The bet on the skies

The Universidad del Valle de México and Aeroméxico Formación have just dropped an educational bomb: a career in aeronautical engineering with a dual model. In other words, students will not only see theory, but from the first day they will get their hands dirty in real hangars. This is not a simulation game.

“UVM will provide academic rigor and its experience in engineering programs, while Aeroméxico Formación will provide the practical component within a real industrial environment.”

Why now? Simple: the global industry needs about 700,000 specialized technicians in the next two decades, according to Boeing. And Mexico is not just anything on this map—we are a manufacturing and design hub in Latin America. This is a train that you can’t miss.

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The drama behind the decision

There’s a strategic play here: Airlines are desperate for qualified personnel in aviation safety, maintenance and flight operations. And no wonder—every plane that takes off needs expert hands. UVM is committed to STEM areas, and Aeroméxico sets the real stage. It’s like putting on a play where the actors learn by acting.

My wife, who is a teacher, always says that practical education changes lives. And he is right. My teenage daughters, who already dream of traveling, ask me if this is real. I tell them yes—and that Mexico is in the pilot’s seat.

What’s coming

Graduates will not only have a degree, but also experience in a sector that continues to grow. This is no empty promise—it’s a direct ticket to a competitive job market. The risk? May other countries beat us in the race if we don’t train more talent. But with this move, UVM and Aeroméxico are putting the pedal to the metal.

Did you lose your luggage? The airline must pay you this

Know the compensation amounts for lost or damaged luggage on national and international flights.

Compensation for lost luggage

If you lose your carry-on luggage on a domestic flight, the airline must pay you 6,759 pesos, equivalent to 80 UMA. For checked luggage, the compensation increases to 12,673 pesos (150 UMA). This is established by the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco).

Each checked bag must have a check with two parts: one for the passenger and another attached to the luggage. This avoids confusion and facilitates complaints.

On domestic flights, you can check in between 15 and 25 kilos free of charge, depending on the aircraft. In addition, you carry up to two hand pieces that together do not exceed 10 kilos. The maximum dimensions are 55 cm long, 40 wide and 25 high.

If your luggage exceeds these limits, the airline may charge extra, as long as there is space. It also offers reduced rates to those traveling without suitcases.

For international flights, the rules depend on the corresponding treaty.

Where to claim

Profeco has modules at the Mexico City International Airport. They operate from Monday to Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; on holidays, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. You can also call the Consumer Telephone: 55 6887 22 or 01 800 468 8722.

Knowing your rights helps you demand fair compensation in the event of loss or damage.

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Four young Tlaxcalans missing in Veracruz are rescued

Joint operation manages to locate the victims of a false job offer alive.

The rescue operation

Four young people from Tlaxcala, reported missing after responding to a job offer, were located alive in the municipality of Acultzingo, Veracruz. The search activated a joint operation involving state police, the Mexican Army and the National Guard.

The group’s last known location was a point in Acultzingo. They were traveling in a white pickup truck, accompanied by a gray vehicle. They lost communication with their families when they were on their way to work, which triggered the complaint and its spread on social networks.

An anonymous call allowed authorities to locate the exact location. Elements of the State Police, National Guard, Municipal Police and Civil Protection of Acultzingo moved to the scene and found the young people, who were placed under protection.

Return to Tlaxcala

The four rescued received care in the Acultzingo Municipal DIF System. The authorities confirmed that they were in good health. Subsequently, the necessary steps were taken to facilitate his return to the state of Tlaxcala.

No arrests or clashes were reported during the operation. Investigations continue to clarify the facts and find those responsible for the false job offer that led to the disappearance.

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Mazatlán removes eight cubic meters of garbage during a cleaning day

Eight cubic meters of waste collected in the 41st edition of the program.

Cleaning day in Mazatlán

CULIACÁN, Sin.— Eight cubic meters of garbage, debris and branches were removed in a new day of cleaning beaches, parks and streets in the port of Mazatlán. The equivalent of 160 bags of waste left a renewed face in an area with a high tourist flow.

The 41st edition of the “Mazatlán I love you clean” program brought together municipal officials, hotel employees and volunteer environmentalists. The Beach Administrator was in charge of the coastal strip of Paseo de Olas Altas, where she collected forty bags to improve environmental conditions.

In the Villa Galaxia subdivision, staff from Public Services and the Drinking Water Board accumulated 120 sacks with disused furniture, leaves, debris and garbage. In addition, parks were cleaned, water leaks were repaired, and service modules were installed to quickly resolve neighborhood complaints.

The initiative not only seeks to improve the image of the port, but also to encourage citizen participation in environmental actions that benefit the community and tourists who visit Mazatlán.

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