What it takes to be an Aircraft Mechanic in 2024

In this video we're going to talk about the requirements physically, mentally, and legally to be an aircraft mechanic.

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[DavidGainesJr-vpyp]

Been watching your channel for some time now. I Graduate in December. Would love to sit and have a zoom call over my experience for future Aircraft mechanic students!

[cindithompson]

I graduated from National Aviation Academy (NAA) in St. Petersburg, FL in 1998 with my A&P and FCC Licenses, as well as an A.S. Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology. I interviewed and tested with United Airlines in San Francisco right out of school and was hired as an R&E Mechanic (Radio & Electronics) doing “C” Checks. I was previously an Aviation Electrician in the Navy. Best job Ever !

[RobVI]

I actually started with Avionics. I graduated from Avionics in high-school this year. I start my General in January, working towards my A&P.

[elfenix]

I did my generals test and passed at 77% i just need my powerplant and airframe

[MCMX]

i work in a landing gear shop, while going to school, going to finish my powerplant and then get my airframe through a FSCO, im sooo excited, just nervous for the tests ngl

[Boom-eoht]

Just started my job as a trailer mechanic and am looking into going to school to get into aircraft Maintenance

[ThatReconDad]

thanks for the vid. looking to do this when I ETS out the military. Might try to find an internship program.... honestly dont know where to start

[davidholman]

Thinking about giving up truck driving for A&P.

[jamesmason]

35 years at AA . Tech Crew Chief in engine shop. Goes by fast.

[Yuki_Ram]

I really appreciate this. Over at GTech in Greensboro so this dose or realiam is appreciatwd. :)

[SJ-xguf]

I really want to become an aircraft maintenance tech. The only problem is I don't know math. I'm horrible at it. Can I still have success in this line of work without having to know a lot of math? Thanks.

[aphelios-whtt]

After around 2 years… I graduated from school with a diploma in aviation maintenance… couldn’t pass my a&p .. gave up and now working in a complete different field but in still maintenance.

[touniMoroc]

This was an awesome video. I'm currently enrolled in an A&P program and have my General written exam scheduled since we can take those early if we had a high GPA and passed the schools exam which I did thankfully. When I first started, I had no mechanical experience and knew absolutely nothing about airplanes. I even remember my first question in class was, “What is an airfoil?”—and some of my classmates were shocked that I didn’t know. Since then, I've come a long way, but I still feel like I’m not where I should be and don't fully grasp some of the concepts. I was wondering if you have any advice on how I can become more mechanically proficient and improve my understanding of the material. Also, any tips on studying the concepts effectively would be really helpful. Thank you

[GhadSpeed]

I've had my airframe license for a year and a month now. Got signed off through the civilian experience route for it. During that time I've still continued to documented Powerplant work every chance I get the opportunity to touch the powerplants system. Since its been a year now and I've gathered more powerplant experience would you say id be eligible for my Powerplant rating? I plan on finishing/obtaining the rating through the OJT route. I have documentation from the year of 2021 for the rating. Went from working on commercial aircraft to corporate aircraft.

[LINDA-zul]

i graduated in 2011 from Aviation School. Thinking of going back in aviation

[loveteaching]

I just became aircraft mechanic in ethiopian airlines 777 and 350 here I come .

[Gramma-oklw]

I'm 17 and really interested in this career what tips do you have to pass a two year community college course on this?

[TheresaOkoto]

I like your explanation and I will like to be a maintenance technician, but am just 13 years now.

[Tlopez]

I’m currently a car mechanic. Wanting to switch to air craft mechanic better pay and benefits 🙏

[pyroG]

Is it worth it to start out getting my Aircraft Maintenance Technician Certification at AIM? Or just go for the A&P. I was in the Air Force weapons maintenance side.