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José Gonçalves dos Santos, originally from Rio de Janeiro, began serving at the Santos Air Base in the late 1970s. His journey as an educator took flight when he was invited to teach at the Aircraft Maintenance Course at the then-named Marechal Eduardo Gomes School. For Gonçalves, this was not just a job; it was a mission to uplift young lives from humble backgrounds through the transformative power of aviation.
Gonçalves was not just a teacher; he was a mentor and a father figure to many students. His compassion extended beyond the classroom as he actively sought to help students overcome personal and financial barriers. Whether organizing fundraisers to help students attend job interviews or advocating for them directly with aviation companies, his dedication was unfaltering.