Aircraft Mechanic

Aircraft Mechanic

Fred Robel

27 Years Experience

Au Gres, MI

Male, 49

I'm a licensed Aircraft Mechanic & Inspector with twenty five-plus years in the field. I've had a varied career so far, with time spent in the sheetmetal, mechanic, and inspection specialties. Most of my time is on heavy Boeing and McDonnell Douglas aircraft, of the passenger, cargo, and experimental type. This career isn't for everyone, but I enjoy it.

Please do NOT ask me to troubleshoot problems with your airplane, that is not what this Q&A is for.

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Last Answer on July 09, 2022

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Is that you in the photo

Asked by adf about 6 years ago

Yes

Why are not Air Marshals considered flight crew?!

Asked by Alan about 6 years ago

I don’t know? Because they’re federal employees?

Let’s try to keep the questions on topic.

If I eat the whole flight will I never need my mask? Since you know COVID doesn't spread only when you're siting doing nothing

Asked by Lower 48 over 5 years ago

If you are having a hard time grasping germ theory, probability, or the possible benefits of minimizing exposure vis-a-vis the tradeoff between prudent measures and what customers will tolerate; I suggest you inquire with the appropriate professional. 

Because I'm not here for your BS.

WASH YOUR HANDS, WEAR A MASK.

What are the flashing lights for and do they have to be certain colors in certain places?

Asked by Kayla about 6 years ago

You are going to have to be a lot more specific than that.

Why are commercial airlines with three engines very rare if they even are around at all? Their only in private and cargo for the most part.

Asked by Jim over 6 years ago

Tri-jets were a solution for safety. For a time when four engines were too much, and not needed. But two weren’t enough, for either thrust needs, or safety.

ETOPS effectively put an end to the three engine aircraft.

There is a lot of history to the topic. I encourage you to research it. It is interesting.

Is there radios on planes? Like to listen to music or talk shows?

Asked by Carla about 6 years ago

No idea. Google is your friend.

How does the PA system work?

Asked by Lester almost 6 years ago

I mean....just like any other public address system?

Pick up the microphone, select "cabin", press the talk button, and talk.

Your voice is routed through an amplifier, then to the speakers in the cabin.

Anyone have any career oriented questions? Anyone?