Aircraft Mechanic

Are you familiar with the Avotek F51 Turbine Fuel System Mockup? If So, would you please list the faults that the system comes with?

Asked by Stalon 7 months ago

Hi Fred. Im in mechanic school right now and Im hoping to find a job where I work alone. What aircraft mechanic jobs with my A&P can I get that I work alone for the most part?

Asked by Warlord over 1 year ago

I recently got my first DUI, with zero priors and am in an FAA certified school going for my Airframe license next month. How would this affect geting my A&P licenses and finding work after for a commercial airline? Thank you.

Asked by Jeremy almost 2 years ago

It should not effect getting your A&P. Lots of licensed mechs running around (literally, because their drivers license has been revoked) with DUIs and such. I have worked with many mechs like that.

As far as getting jobs; that’s up to the company and their policies. Usually, in order to drive around ground vehicles and such, they want you to have a valid drivers license.

But, you’ll have to inquire with people from whichever company you are applying to. Maybe they’ll know what policy is there.

I know my company would hire you.

Why do you get so mad at people asking legitimate questions? It says Ask Me Anything doesn’t it

Asked by Woah about 3 years ago

Because this is not a literal Ask Me Anything, is it?

This is “ask me anything about my job”.

There is a difference.

I answer questions here pertaining to my job, which is a licensed aircraft technician and inspector.

I’m not here to debate Boeing corporate policy regarding executive bonuses; or airline passenger mask policies, and I’m definitely not here to troubleshoot your cousin’s Cessna 150 that won’t start.

So when I say to people, do you have a job related question to ask me? I’m trying to get people to focus on the intent of this Q&A.

How does the engine on I think its the 727 tri jet. On the DC-10 and some other modles its like on the wings. But the 727 does not look like it has some sort of exhaust

Asked by Seth about 3 years ago

The DC-10 has the engine mounted above the fuselage through the vertical stab structure. A straight through intake-exhaust setup. As you noted.

The B727 has the intake set above the fuselage, and the engine and exhaust centerline of the fuselage. They use an S-duct to get the intake air down to the engine.

Lockheed L-1011 is set up similarly.

If you where not a aircraft mechanic what would you do

Asked by Mr Earl over 3 years ago

Lawyer.

I had an opportunity to be guided down that path at a former employer, but I saw my first aviation job opening instead.

*CORRECTED* So after loosing 12B dollars Boeing last year they are giving their employees bonuses. How and why?

Asked by Tammie over 3 years ago

I am not privy to internal Boeing operation and policies.

Let me know when you have a question about being an aircraft technician or inspector.