How to Become an Aircraft Mechanic
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- čas přidán 5. 01. 2017
- We clean a safety outflow valve, install a stall strip and talk about studying to be an aircraft mechanic.
CORRECTION! A stall strip INCREASES the speed at which a wing stalls. Here is a description from a commenter. Sorry for any confusion.
"The stall strip actually PROMOTES a stall, allowing it to stall at a lower angle of attack. It is mounted usually at the root to allow the wingtip and ailerons to remain effective during a stall." - Krátké a kreslené filmy
you think this job is also applicable for a girl?? thanks james
Absolutely!
corrine cortez Another girl here looking into this, you're not alone. :)
aravis17 that's really cool good luck and make sure to have fun...
Update?
We need more women in the maintenance technology industry is good to see woman come to this industry. Good luck
United Airlines will hire mechanics straight from A&P school. Many of the recent new hires at SFO were hired from A&P school. I was hired by United straight out of A&P school as well almost 20 years ago. The starting wage at United now is $26/hr (both license pay) and goes up to $48/hr after 8 years. $48/hr equals $100,000 per year. Besides, the benefits are great too. One of my coworker made $160,000 last year working some overtime. It will be the easiest $100,000 you will ever make. Sometimes you show up to work with absolutely nothing to do. We then just sit around and shoot the breeze all the while getting paid top dollar.
I live in Houston, do you know which school is better, AIM or MIAT?? I think those are the only A&P schools down here that i know of
E. C. aim
MIAT
hes not respomding, pls tell me you didnt get sucked in a jet engine lol
With the correct licences and approvals you can make a good living and as you said with very little to do. Essentially you become an inspector checking all the systems and inspecting other peoples work. The "dirty work" or "menial tasks" are carried out by contractors or mechanics who will be on a "hire and fire" basis. Typically they will strip out aircraft interiors and furnishings whilst the approved licence engineers will carry out the inspection and highlight any faults. When all the faults are rectified the approved engineers will sign the certificates of release to service. That's where the real responsibility and money comes in. The contractors will be the first to be discarded when the work dries up.
honestly, this is one of the most underrated informative CZcams channels there is..... There is literally NO ONE else showing the ins, and outs of the aircraft mechanics industry. James.. You have the realistic sole entity of this content. James... Please come back, and make more videos.
Amen! I wish he would return too but i think hes flying now.
@@z3r0p3rc3nt oh he's a pilot?
I appreciate the kind words! I am flying now 767/757 flying freight for ATI while keeping current as a mechanic. I'm getting ready to move cross country (headed to Nashville) and I'll probably build an airplane in the next few years. That might be a good project to film!
@@JamesSullivans woah that's awesome! So your an airline pilot now? Glad to see that you are alive and well. My goal is also to start off as an A&P mechanic for a few years, and then become an airline pilot. Do you think that's a good idea?
Sounds like a great idea! Haha I may be a bit biased since that's exactly what I did but it's a valuable skill set as a pilot.
I'm very happy that I've found your channel! In 7 months I will be attending school to be able to do what you do, and being able to see what my future job holds in quality videos is pure enjoyment for me, thank you for making these!
I currently attend an Aviation Institute of Maintenance school and love everything I've learned so far. I'm still in general so I still have a long way to go, but I'm on block 3 which is an introduction to power plant. Watching these videos are exciting and I can't wait till I finish these courses and take my FAA certificate exam.
Congrats! You have a great career to look forward to!
You’re attending the one in Casselberry Florida?
Julio Nieves I start Casselberry on the 16th
That's wild, I'm in block 3 too. Did u finish?
U guys krak me up
My Dad was a jet mechanic in the Air Force, he would have loved this content. Best of luck to you in your flying career and mechanical side quests, good stuff!
Im in a Aviation maintance program at my college and this channel just inspires me and keeps me going !
finished now?
The pc-12 is a great Aircraft . I really like your videos. Gives such a nice and informative view on how everything works. You guys do a awesome job. You are good representation for mechanics, for Surf Air and Pilatus. Great job!!!
James, Love your videos! Your the only CZcamsr that I know that actually go into detail about aircraft maintenance. Greeting from Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Having worked on nothing but unpressurized rotary wing aircraft for the last 12 years, your videos are a wonderful teaching tool for me. It's the best fixed wing tutorials ever, all the stuff I used to know for my A&P. Thanks guys!
Thanks James! Being an aircraft mechanic/pilot myself, and a huge fan of the Pilatus PC-12, I truly enjoy your aviation videos! Keep up the excellent work my friend! I'm really looking forward to see more of your great videos! Greetings for Vince as well!
I wish I would’ve seen these earlier. I would’ve been so ahead and more prepared. I’m 18, freshly out of high school, now. Thank you Mr. Sullivan 🤞🏾
I'm currently studying aviation maintenance, done heaps of block work, enjoying every minute!
you two guys need to continue to do these videos. it's a fantastic look into your world and it's such a cool job. keep em' coming guys..
This video just started (hopefully) a long career for me. I didn't know that there was a way to get your A&P without going to a 2 year school, but once i watched this i called a few FBOs near me to see if they had opening for apprenticeships. Luckily, I caught them when they were in a bind and looking for someone. I'm now working towards my A&P. Thanks dude!
Dude congrats! Thats terrific!
You are great ambassadors for both Surfair and Pilatus,thanks for yet another interesting insight into operating the PC-12,like everything in life you are learning all of the time.
Thanks for the video.
I'm studying in Colombia. And it's my second semester, I've been learning a lot.
I speak Spanish. Sorry for my English 😅 great video.
In the midst of studying for the AMT Airframe Written (specifically the Cabin Atmosphere Control Section), I took a break to watch some informal videos & here you go talking about a scheduled service on the safety valve & the outflow valve & its importance to the system 😂 ironically just looked over some questions relating to that!
Keep posting these vids man! Can't stress enough how inspirational this was to watch.
google knows what you need 😂
Stall strips are installed so that the wing ROOT stalls first rather than the wing-tip (possibly ailerons, etc.) AWESOME channel!
The stall strip actually PROMOTES a stall, allowing it to stall at a lower angle of attack. It is mounted usually at the root to allow the wingtip and ailerons to remain effective during a stall.
Thank you for the correction. It makes sense that it would promote a stall based on its shape. Also makes sense you'd want the wing tips to stall later. I wonder if the PC-12 needs it just on the right side (there's no stall strip on the left) due to the drag of the radome on the right wing tip...
I checked description and operation while editing this video and couldn't find anything. I'll try to check with our tech rep at Pilatus and report back.
As I recall the stall strip is installed on one wing only to correct a rolling tendency for that airframe, this is why you will see stall strips in different positions on different airframes.
It’s possible that it’s on the right side only due to not only the radome, but the propeller too. The propeller is a right turning prop on the PC-12 so basic aerodynamics tells us that the speed of the air from the downward moving propeller blades will be moving faster. Thus generating more lift on that portion of the wing. Makes sense to lower the critical angle of attack for that particular spot as without it you may have very poor stalling characteristics. (Possible spins or excessive wing drop) These are only speculations of course. I’m not an engineer for Pilatus. Lol
Ha agreed. Actually one of the oral questions. I believe of Generals. In jeppensen and probably ASA too
I saw this video for the first time; and i have to say... that I'm actually highly inspired be you and your work. It make me wanna push hard to become what I always want to be: An Aircraft Mechanic!
For that, I thank you!
And I'm subscribed!
From Puerto Rico!
I'm very late into discovering your videos, but I'm now inspired to chase my new dream of being an A&P mechanic. Originally I've been wanting to be a master technician in the automotive industry, and I've been working on cars for the past two years now, but I'm already finding myself being burnt out on cars. But after watching a movie called The Right Stuff, and of course, Top Gun, my love for aviation skyrocketed again. And the movies have also inspired me to want to be an A&P, because I'm very good at figuring out how machines work. I've found a community college that teaches A&P, and I'll be starting this fall. I'm very excited for the challenges that will be coming up, and I'm also very excited for all the opportunities that are opening up to me.
I really enjoyed these videos on aircraft maintenance. I look forward to study that field in the coming years.
easily my favourite CZcamsr, the quality of your production is second to non, love from England 😁
Thanks James!
I’m SOLD. Definitely going to take a course for this. I’m super interested and certain that this is what I want to do. Thank you for this video!!
One born every min.😝
It's funny that I came across this video...this is the airport that I trained to receive my student license!
Im so glad to see this young men well trained and going by the manuals to ensure the safety of this A/C.
And as for the guy being sent up to Santa Barbara, we'll get used to it folks...if you're an A/C mechanic it not relagated in your contract ,but yes there will be times that you're asked to go on a road trip to fix an A/C
Crazy watching these videos now. I remember watching before school. Now almost 4 years in all of this makes sense to me. Thanks James Sullivan.
Congratulations, are you finished with school now?
Hey James, yes sir got my license in 2018.
I am currently enrolled in an aircraft maintenance College called PIA Pittsburgh Institute of aeronautics and I really enjoy watching your videos and seeing what the real Workforce is
Awesome Stuff. Am in the US ARMY and also going to school to be an Aircraft Mechanic. Great informative Video!
Awesome my friend thank you for promoting the unknown side of aviation industry. Great job
When I heard that music I knew exactly what is it Caravan Palace - Wonderland
Anyway nice job on all your videos I love the content and keep up the good work!
I knew it had to be Caravan, just didn't know what song
The amount of technology available to aircraft mechanics is pretty amazing, this industry has definitly come a long way to get this point.
recently subscribed to you, and I was a little worried of joining school but with you all helping me understand also really helped me, thanks guys.
I'm happy for you! Best wishes :)
Excellent videos guys, currently i am working on my licence exams. Keep sending new videos on different subject.
Lol my names Vincent too. I'm in an 18 month tech school right now can't wait to finish airframe systems. Definitely subscribed there aren't enough of these channels yet.
Make one when you get out!
Just recently discovered your videos and I enjoyed the content. I have had my A&P license for almost 2 years now and so far no regrets. I am currently employed by a major airline where I have received level 3 familiarization on the Boeing 767-300ER (passenger and freight) and it's a hell of a learning experience with these commercial jets. Although, for some reason, I can hear General Aviation calling out to me from the distance every time I see a Cessna or Piper flying overhead instead of those big birds I'm use to seeing every day. I guess it's because I started out as an intern working at a mom-and-pop repair station where Piper Warriors, Cessnas, and Hawker DH125's are a common sight before I got hired by a commercial airline.
hey man i'm looking for a career change would you recommend this job for a guy in early 30's or is it too late? thank you
Would you recommend starting out in general aviation before working for big commercial airlines?
Great tour of the job. thank you.
Greeting from Malaysia! I will be attending local vocational institute to be a -hopefully- future aircraft mechanic. Just pop in here because you're one of the reason I'm inspired to be one in the first place. Thank you, Mr. Sullivan!
Thanks for sharing this, I love to hear it! Enjoy your studies!
Im in an apprenticeship right now at a small airport. This was awesome!
kj22697 how did you get there?
kj22697 bro where r u from
Fantastic video guys! This makes me more motivated for my AMT courses next month!!!
Thanks Jacob, and have fun!
You guys are DOPE I am definitely interested in this career. Looks very interesting and challenging
I really enjoyed this video!! I'm starting my first job as an a&p in 3 weeks
Congrats and welcome to the industry!
Gwen Jonassaint I know it's been a while since your comment, but how is your career in aircraft? I'm a auto technician but I'm really interested in getting into the aircraft industry. If you have time let me know, thanks
@@JamesSullivans how frequently do you get to work on small private airplanes like in this video VS large passenger aircrafts? Is there an option to specialize on certain models? I saw a video from delta airlines and the workplace was pretty depressing compared to the one you have
I love the Pilatus PC12, I have worked a few years and it is a gret plane!
Hey I just got certified 03/12/2021. Back in 2018 I came across your videos and after seeing them all 3 or more times I made my decision and enrolled in a&p school. Because of covid, our classes got extended but no the less here I am a certified airframe and powerplant mechanic🎉
Heck yeah Kenny I'm so happy for you! Love that my videos could be inspiration for you too. Covid was tough on the industry (I was flying for Compass airlines last April when they went out of business) but so far the recovery has been quicker than forecast. I think in about the next 12 months demand for trained pilots and mechanics will be back above the pre pandemic level. Great time to be in aviation. Congrats!
@@JamesSullivans do you still do maintenance? I'm sorry to hear that but I'm sure you're in a better place now. Your videos are very intriguing that they led me to wanting to experience the industry for myself thanks for that!
Will be attending school in the fall. Thank you for this!!!
You guys are really cool! Keep doing what you do 😁
really my friend i cant think or explain why your channel has 3k subs i dont know...your content is awesome man and you should have 300k :D but keep doing good work i think youll be there in a small time :)
Love the Pilatus PC-12 such a maintenance friendly aircraft
Can’t wait to get back into maintenance. Cool video man. FYI, if you soak a rag in some denatured alcohol, you can use it to smooth over the sealant and get the bumps so it’s aesthetically pleasing. Do it before you take the tape off.
Thanks for the video. About to start the Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Chaffey College.
these are my comfort videos
5:55 I started 2 months ago to become an AMT and this is the most common procedure I did so far...mixing sealant :D
Am proud of you guys good job.
For the gap seal on that tripper strip on the leading edge, grab a set of rubber gloves, get a good hefty loogy on the finger tips, and push the sealant down flush with your masking (good job by the way)... the spit will dry before the sealant flashes, and will make a perfect transition without getting cut by the masking. assuming that you prepped the surface before sealing, that tripper seal should last almost about as long as the skin of the leading edge.
Really enjoyed watching your video!! keep it up!
Great video:) get that experience guys. Been working for major airline and can tell you that an average age at the station (LAX) probably closer to 50. Means you will have to replace us soon:)) and pay is good ( no overtime - around $100000)
So, keep up a good job:)
Great content as always.
Super interesting videos guys! I wish I did this when I was younger . I'm stuck at a 6 day a week job with no way out
Take night classes!
very inspirational videos dude!
I like your videos... Accidentally came across one while watching PC- 12 videos... So now I have watched a few... Good stuff James. I recently graduated and recieved my A&P from Redstone College in Broomfield CO, and I hope I find as fun a place to work as you have!
Thanks man! I was in your neck of the woods for Pilatus school last fall
I wish they were hiring... Right in my backyard. I was checking out Tempus Jets, Pilatus, and thats when I came across your 100hr video... Be safe, and have fun!
Awesome. Thanks so much for sharing. I am a 20 year experience auto mechanic and would love to switch industries. Not much left to learn on cars.. if anything
Some nice videos man. Im a Private pilot with an instrument rating, decided to change careers and get into being an A&P. It'd be really cool if you talk about your salary and the way you get paid, weekly,bi-weekly, overtime, stuff like that. Not many videos people talk about their pay
And work on your airplane!
Another nice job - very interesting!
I found this video incredibly charming. Made me think differently
awesome video man ! i love your content
this is crazy. I fly for surf air now and just got reccomended your videos and i see 828SA which I fly all the time. its weird to see it in a video from 6 years ago haha
Thank you for the information!
Great video man you've influenced me with all of your videos to become an airline mechanic
Congrats man! Let me know if you need any advice.
James Sullivan me too I'm very interested in aviation and now you've convinced me to become an aircraft mechanic. I just learned that most people don't even need a college education
This is true. Feel free to contact me (email in the channel about section) if you have any questions.
Loving these vids! Thanks for giving us a scoop =]
I'm really enjoyng your channel. Congratulations.
I will hopefully be starting classes on August for maintenance tech
A tip for the application of PR-1750 sealant, Inject a 1/3 of the catalyst in the bottom of the tube, then a 1/3 in the middle and finally the last third in the top, then mix. 60 strokes minimum. Do you guys require a hardness sample for cure verification?
If you're going to cut the tip on the nozzle, cut at a 45 and a small hole. A little goes a long way. Screed/spline with piece of plastic like a Bondo trowel, then after 1 bit of time, a little soap and water to make the surface babies ass smooth.
Thanks for the tip! In the last few months we've changed a bunch of de-ice boots. You are totally right re: injecting the catalyst. I learned that one the hard way (wish I had read your comment sooner)... When you say hardness sample do you mean putting a sample of sealant, similar thickness, aside at the same time as application so you can see if the sealant is cured without putting your finger in it? If so, yes, we do that.
Hi James, yes, the hardness sample is used to verify the proper mixing and cure of the sealant. Cut the cured sample and inspect for an absence of streaks and that the sample is fully cured (rare but does happen when below 50F).
PRC makes a line repair sealant, PR-1755, the quick cure version of PR-1750. It would work great for your quick and dirty repairs. Also a product, PS715 is a spray tackifier. Smooth the sealant, spray some 715 and
dirt and chips won't stick.
James Sullivan also you can spray the sealant with GP and smooth it with your finger. That's how we do it on KC-10s.
What is GP?
James Sullivan general purpose cleaner. We have tons of it in the Air Force. Works great for sealant.
Really enjoy your videos! Original content with a Casey Neistat twist. I like it! Keep it up!
Awesome! Been waiting !
love your vids :)
I'm actually trying to get into this free full ride program at my high school for a technical college.
I live in Wichita KS. A shit ton of Aircraft companies are located here such a Cessna, Spirit, & the McConnell air force base. Boeing used to be here.
I took my automotive mechanic classes here at my school, I'm currently in carpentry as well for the side knowledge & OSHA certification.
I really want to pursue my career in aviation mechanics. Hopefully it works out 👍
Viviana G get it girl!!! 💪🏻
Wish you all the luck
Good job guys!
Loving it!! 🔥🔥❤️❤️
thanks for posting this
Hey dude amazing video,thank you so much.
Great videos, nice to see the fixed wing side of maintenance. I work on helos (S64, S61). BTW, you don't want to mix pro seal with that high a rpm. If it's heating up while you mix it you're going too fast
Thanks for the tip. Learning every day. I would love to work on helos
I like your videos👍 greetings from Germany✋
Great video.
favorite part of this video: the coffee run! wassup james Sullivan?
I’m going for my a&p I’m based in New York so I’m going to attend Vaughn college. I heard many good things about this career. It can be challenging and really rewarding. 16 months I can finish. Going to work hard to get my certification and go venture to this.
Thinking about enrolling in Vaughn college, how’s it going for you now?
Im going for the 18 months of learning about aircraft mechanic..This is an interesting career.
ALBANIA AL not sure but you could do it in the military
I graduated from aviation school 9 years ago and just never had the money to take my exams. I’m finally getting a loan to finish them now so hopefully I’ll be done soon. I wish my school costs included my oral and practicals
I'm actually in aviation maintenance technology in college👍
That's great Captainfluffy. I wish you success in school and in the career. I'm in an aviation maintenance program too. In Airframe now. I start my last class which is Powerplant May 5th. I'm really enjoying the journey.
james mcgrady awesome👍hope you have much success and I'm hoping to go into airframe next semester ... I'm stuck in general for now lol
Captainfuffy do you like it?
Captainfuffy general is a breeze airframe and power plant are the biggies mostly airframe for me
I belive Airframe was the hardest for my imo. But I'm a A&P as of 2 months ago and have 2 jobs now. The pay is pretty good, i mean the pay is way better then most people in around my age (21) tbh. but don't expect big money without any experience.
Lots of training required and you'll need the Part66 licence. You can start here for the modules to gain the licence (most are compatible with the American FAA modules). Try the Part66-Engineer app on the Apple store.
WOW that's amazing .Thank you for the information I'll start my school here in Nairobi -Kenya after two months .it's my dream and i hope to achieve it one day.
Congrats Omar!
Unani pima nin Nairobi you must have high school certificate
“Your always gonna find a job” lol Well because of corona I’m workin in a grocery store with an a&p burning a hole in my pocket
Drilling engineer. 7 months without job. (6 years I spent at the university) honest I want back to college and do this course because as an engineer sometimes I don’t feel safe
Work General aviation 😉
@@MrBe787 I would but my mom didn’t raise me to be a bitch:( HAHA I’m jk I love general aviation but I think commercial is best for me
How long has it been since you graduated?
@@rnick123 6 months but I’m starting at FedEx next week in the MTP
This great video. Thank you Guys! I want to be aircraft mechanics.
Good job James. Performe more videos about mechanicl profission. Hugs
“Marson”, flat spreaders are the best for sealant. Easy to cut, flexible and thin on one edge, thicker and stiffer on the other. FYI.
this was so cool!
Cool video guys
CART RESERVED FOR
MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
IN NEED OF CAFFEINE
TO REACH COFFEE
hahahah yeah pretty much that.
Lol
If your local VoTech offers an A&P program, start on it when you are in the 10th grade. at the end of 3 years you will be able to take your A&P test. (if you are 18 years old)
I'm in grade 10 in Canada and looking for career options. I prefer hands on work and this looks very interesting. I am also not looking to spend six figures and 4 years (or more) on university. Great video thanks for sharing :).
update? im at the same place as u were
I wanted to add a bit more into detail since I see alot of guys here are showing how they become an Aircraft mechanic.
I currently attend "Spartan school of Aeronautics and technology-
They have campuses In Los Angelas CA, Riverside CA, Tulsa OK. The program here costed me about 33k after financial aid helped. But they provide a great laptop, tools, equipment, free anyday tutoring, amazing staff.
The program duration is about 15 months
For about the first 3 months you will be in the classroom learning about the basics of math (nothing crazy, basic algebra) then flight dynamics, basiclly everything you will need to know on paper.
Then after that everything else will be hands on, so taking apart engine components, disassembling engines, jet turbines, creating things from aluminum, welding, riveting you name it.
I have learned so much Its empowering, I highly recommend a trade school because its the quickest way to get into the field.
How much would it have been without financial aid? I want to go to that school also but heard mixed reviews