I have nearly 50 years in the business (A&P, I.A.) and one thing I found VERY useful was a good quality, small digital camera. I would stick it in tight places, take a photo, then take it into the office and look at it on the computer monitor. Several times I was able to identify cracks that were not visible to the naked eye. You need to be able to zoom in close with software. I can also tell you when it is time to retire. When, after decades, your knees hurt from pulling planes (up to 6000 lbs) around by hand with a tow bar and getting up off a creeper 89 times a day. Then you stand in front of your tool box and ask yourself, "What in the hell did I come up here for?"
I agree 100% about the camera. Most of the cell phones cameras are great. I use mine all the time for looking at damage like you described and also getting serial/part numbers.
@Jhonny Abbes Drive a truck. I had two customers who could afford a single or a twin. They were truck drivers. Not owner/operators. They worked for a large firm.
Dead on with the 1/4 statements. Ive been an A&P for almost 35 years on large aircraft. Ive got a set of 3/8 universal sockets I bought in the 80s and have never used them!
Going on 3yrs at FedEx as a aircraft mechanic and the older guys tell me window shop in there toolbox to see what I want and need but our tool crib provides a lot the stuff we need good video and well organized 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
I see what appears to be a DeHavilland sticker. I used to work on a pair of Otters on floats with the PT6 down in Key West, Florida. I like to see we have some similar tools. I also appreciate that you didn’t rag on Snap on for 20 minutes like some people do. You acknowledged the quality and moved on. I buy a lot of snap on, but mostly because of the convenience. They show up at work and I can take a nice 10 minute brake in A.C./heat
Glad you enjoyed the vid! Yeah DHC are my favourite airframe manufacturer I’ve worked on so far. Really enjoyed my time on them in the bush. Incredible airplanes
Nicely laid out tools. Very good practice to store your tools in an orderly fashion....makes finding them a lot easier and you’ll notice something’s missing at a glance. BTW, I’m avionics and I have a small collection of 1/2” drive tools besides a set of 3/8” and of course a full complement of 1/4” drive stuff. If you’ve ever replaced the igniter plugs of a B767 or even the A320s you’ll know what I mean🤪☺️
👍love your review. I’m ordering a MR4C Ratchet, for the pass 6 months I’ve been trying to figure out which ratchet i like the are crapsman and I think its time to step up. Thanks again for your review🙏
Gairnok Killstryke where do you live at im from California curious if theres any trade schools around here currently im looking into a community college also
I am studying to be an aircraft mechanic (hopefully one more year before I graduate) and I literally just purchased that snap on ratcheting screwdriver with my student discount. Best tool in my toolbox without a doubt. I have mostly cheap to mid-range tools but there are a select few I spent the big bucks on. If you're smart with those discounts you get a great tool that you will use, has a lifetime warranty, and you won't go broke. Everything else is either second hand or harbour freight.
Matthew Martin agreed, I wasn’t able to take advantage of that discount as much as I should have but hindsight is always 20-20! But in the end, you won’t know which ones are worth spending $ on until you get some time in on whatever machines you’ll be working on. By no means should you spend all your savings on tools!
Nice tool kit mate appreciate the tour, mine is looking a bit tired at the moment, been out of the game for 10 years or so and not looking to ever return if I had my way, reckon I would need to spend 2k to get it to the point I want it Couple of points Didn’t See magnet or Mirror I used my 3/8 quite a bit but only 1/2 to take out spark plugs I loved my snap on long screw philips screwdriver as well unfortunately someone else loved it more Good sized roll cab, I went a bit small Seen some guys with 72inch but that is stupid big when space in a hanger can be at a premium
for the speed handle...... I had a tube of Pro-Seal that was about to expire, so i mixed it and set my speed handle in it. super comfy and gave me a great platform to put some weight on it without stressing my hand.
Same here, automotive/ Heavy/ Diesel Mechanic.. working on military equipment and we use everything from 1/4" to 3/4" all the way up to heavy 1" impacts and massive wrenches beyond 34mm. Love it though.
My son got his A&P on his 18 birthday. Got a job the next day at the airplane grave yard outside of Tucson. He owned zero tools. I stumbled onto a military auction site and found an A&P airforce tool box. It had every tool he was required to get but one. It was a pelican rolling case completely shadow boxed and all the tools were American made Snap on mac wright and a couple craftsman. 350 bucks delivered. The only tool I had to buy was a Ford wrench. Not sure about that one but I found a ford square jaw pipe wrench from a model T for 10 bucks on ebay.
Thank you for the video. Former diesel mech here. Since you said bigger tools wouldn't really be necessary, that probably means my Mac 1/2 inch SVH14RBRT set wouldn't be used? Have a merry Christmas btw!
about ratchets you should take a look at wera, they have a pretty small still strong 1/4" ratchet with the "zyklop metal" and a tiny bit ratchet i have the 1/4" ratchet with the zyklop speed in a nice textile box with extensions and stuff and the bit ratchet in the toolcheck plus set, wich is a compact set of high quality bits, 6point sockets, converter from hex to square drive and a tiny screwdriver handle both sets are just rly nice for what i do with it, you should take at least a look ;)
Nice You sure get by with less tools than i do Working as a heavy equipment mechanic i got to have the full spectrum from 1/4 drive to 1in Company provides most tools bigger than 3/4 but like you said it’s nice to have your own
Love me some aviation, small tools i have every 1/4 drive socket type they have, blew too muck on wrenches but cant just have a few must have full set... 4 way wrenches 30*60* offset a must have.... valve grind compound saves lives lol
You know your shit, flush cuts, have everything ++, GA vs comercial i miss my GA but commercial pays to well harbor frieght stubby wrench set the one with 7/8 to 2 inch if you need to barrow it twice..the third time it better be on order lol
I know this video is several years old at this point, but as a rotary wing mech that works on cargo and utility platforms, I envy your use of 1/4 drive. I use it a lot too, but my box is also stocked up to 3/4 drive and it still feels inadequate at times.
+1 on the snap-on ratcheting screwdriver. HOWEVER, I use the stubby one everyday over the full-size one because the damn cap ALWAYS comes off when im loosening a screw/nut. Probably just gunna throw some 1300L on it and call it a day! Nice box!
Yeah it's the best screwdriver ive ever owned. The handle is small so you can put some good torque on it, plus it feels perfect in your hand. Also, the shanks are interchangeable which makes adapting to different applications such a breeze.. 10/10 would recommend
I bought a smaller craftmen roller so I can put in those "not supposed to have" fasteners so I would have a nice supply. do a check tool box not mine LOL if the FAA wanted to do it. also Milbar reversible wire twisters are the best you can get. I had a pair of Snap on Heavy duty side cutters, and I was not in aviation and my job travel and I needed some tools so I had it with me forgot to put it back in my travel tool box which gets check and I had it in my carry on.. I lost a nice pair cause TSA took it away. I bet they kept it themselves LOL
Nice tour. Really nice to have a none biased owner. Some cheap tools are OK for some jobs. Credit only when it's due, I agree with your comments on the Snap-on ratchet screwdriver and the Knipex products, they are worth the extra money. Quarter inch drive is probable fine for aviation as you don't suffer so much with rusted on nuts. Also the quality of the hardware used in aviation is so much better than your average car or truck, in addition planes that fly above a certain altitude tend to operate in a dryer environment, so again less prone to rust. Nice box, spend your money on the tools, not the box! You have it the right way around.
Harvey Smith thanks for the input! Ya I can't wrap my head around how some people are willing to go into massive debt for tool truck branded stuff, when alot of times they aren't required. Indeed the quality of the hardware we use is typically better, and less prone to rust. Biggest thing is weight savings though, smaller fasteners are more than enough to hold together aluminum or composite materials. For us 1/4 inch is king! Even for the big stuff, I've never seen a torque value over 120ft/Lb.
Interesting. I forgot about the weight aspect, makes sense. The tool issue is a whole other massive subject. Marketing. Very clever subject that has been perfected. They know how to trigger parts of the brain, desire, insecurity, greed etc.
Harvey Smith You've got that absolutely spot on! Was kind of my intention of this video, hopefully show some up and comers that they don't need to buy into that mindset of needing to best of the best of everything
Good man, help the younger guys. I was told just buy cheap tools until you find out what you use all the time (ratchets etc) then buy quality of the most used. The spare cheap tools can live at home or in the car. Take care of the PT6's
Whats funny is that I never considered working on GA aircraft. I worked on heavies, and it still rubbed off on me a LOT (think using the stupid foam on every single drawer..which Im redoing now because I got a new box...and I work on cars, but man, FOD is still on my brain. I will shut down the shop and look for that lost staple or chunk or broken pry bar lol) I am moving away from relying on foam, since its a pain to upgrade to new tools, something that in aviation is less of an issue. I could take apart a 707 with a 7 drawer Snapon box. For cars, I have two massive toolboxes, probably 25 drawers total (but Im also disabled, so lots of tools that were once a luxury are now a ncessity). I guess Im getting old because I have fond memories of airplanes (although the smell of jet exhaust IMMEDIATELY brings back the bad memories LOL...so youtube vids are perfect!)
Those offset/angle wrenches are not the same as snap on. They appear to be a 15/60 while snap on offers a 30/60 degree ends. Its nice having all different angles 15/30/60 to get some ridiculously placed bolts.
Kristian Eppen you are correct, they are not the same. But I’ve still yet to come across something I couldn’t reach with these. Still struggle to justify spending that kind of money on the snappy’s
Cool. I was a aircraft sheet metal mechanic before being laid off. Thought about taking A&P mechanic classes. Tell I looked at the bill. It's 30k and unsure if the school bill is worth it. Also I'm unsure if layoffs are common there as well.
Yeah all of us in the industry are taking a kicking right now... I’m thankful at our base we’re not laid off but down to 50% time right now. Who knows when things will be back to normal, that’s the scary part!
Don’t feel that way, I’m 5 years in so I’ve had time for this. I didn’t start with much either- its not always about having the most tools. Just learn along the way whats worth spending your money on and what isn’t
Do you ever need or use lots air tools? Like impacts or air hammers? Coming from an automotive background I’m curious. How about any diagnostic equip like fuel pressure gauge, oil pressure gauge, DVOM or any sort of “scan” tool for electronics?
Mike yes we do use air quite often. All sorts of drills, grinders, rivet guns to name a few. As far as diagnostic equipment, it all depends on the shop you work at and the type of aircraft you run. In our hangar there isn’t per se any scan tools we can use, and if there were the company would most certainly have to provide one for us because the cost. Certain units on our most ‘modern’ aircraft, (Saab 340’s) do have limited self troubleshooting functions built into them but it is usually very limited. The more modern machines/airliners do have complete maintenance diagnostic systems in them themselves, which would be nice but I’m not familiar with any of them. As far as basic stuff ie pressure gauges and stuff, most guys will have basic sets for different uses and pressures. Air pressure gauges and fluid. But as far as big tooling items specific to one airframe or say one engine type are usually provided by your employer because the costs involved with anything in aviation are staggering. Hope this answered your question!
Synyster Shadows I wrench on Saab 340’s, 1900’s, King Airs of all types, DHC-2/-3/-6’s, Navajo’s and a 185. I suppose I should have said that in the video
I noticed the Canadian tire maximum black tool box behind,,I bought one on sale for 800 $ in Calgary Alberta and just about everything Canadian Tire along with Princess Auto sell,,Back in the UK now and everyone asks me were did I by my tools from as they find everything is top quality and want to buy the same,,Oh how I miss those stores
Have a look at the Stahlwille line of wrenches (or spanners as you call them across the pond). They are not hefty, well finished and certainly up to the job. I do shop at Canadian Tire and Princess Auto for economy reasons, but for the tools that you’ll use often and that will not give you grief and frustrations.....pay a little more - Snap-on for their sockets and ratchets, side cutters, Knippex for their slip-joint pliers.
An aircraft mechanic should not have torque wrenches in their toolbox if working for a larger company. If you do have one it must be calibrated at least once a year.
Hey great video man I appreciate you taking the time to show us your set up! Quick question man, I’m a hydraulic guy in the Air Force and just finished my writtens for the A&P I’m going back to the states soon for the oral and practical. Question is I don’t really know much outside of hydro and electrical , did you go to school? Do you think it would be beneficial to go to school or does it not teach you much? 8 years experience.
Thanks for the input! As far as your question- it’s hard for me to comment as I’m Canadian and don’t quite now how all the schooling works anyway down there for what you guys call an A&P. If it’s anything like here, I believe ex air force mech’s here would still be better off going to school to just get the exams over with that our governing body mandates (Transport Canada, like your FAA). And not sure about there but as far as I know air force time here can’t count towards civilian time as mechanics... it’s dumb. But ya I wish I could confidently answer your question but I just don’t know how it works there
Yeah man I was in the US marine corps and got my A&P before I got out. School can teach you a lot if you haven't had much engine experience especially piston engines, and also the FAA standards which is way different than what you are use to. But if you can find a part time gig while in school, you will learn more doing that.
Same. Airframe sheet metal structures dude and Hyd guy. Im about to get out but all of my buddies here are saying if you want to go commercial or get hired by corporations you're going to NEED your A&P. That being said i have buddies who don't have their A&P's but are doing contracting jobs. 4k dollars every biweekly paycheck.... Im hoping I could get that soon. Good luck man!
As an equipment and truck mechanic I have 13,000 in non truck brand tools and I'm in my first year. I can't believe you can fix airplanes with those few tools. Do you do engine work or electrical troubleshooting?
Matt Menendez yeah we don’t have it nearly as bad as you guys! And yes we do electrical, engines, hydraulics, airframe, you name it. There are specialized people for each of those fields, but I work at a line maintenance base so we touch everything we have time for. Mostly troubleshooting and light inspections where I work. As far as the tools, I’m not kidding when I say 1/4, basic wrenches and screwdrivers are king. We do use 3/8’s occasionally. But we aren’t expected to buy those one-off specialty tools that each airplane or engine often requires. Like everything else in the business they are astronomically expensive. Another good thing is bulk of the machines have only SAE sized fasteners. No need to worry about about metric anything
Thanks for the tour turdpike. That's an interesting handle. 😀 I like the box for the drawer length and the configuration as well. What is the cabinet width? I think that I missed it.
It's 24" deep and 54" in width I believe, 12 drawers total. For the price I couldn't find anything really comparable, its a pretty stout box. Weighs 500 pounds empty itself. Big wheels and casters feel great, rolls better than some of the snappy ones in our hangar. Only complaint is they could have cut the top to fit better. Hard to tell from video but the stainless top floats around a bit, and theres a gap where crap builds up on the top of the box. Ahh well, something I could fix myself just haven't!
turdpike That was a good deal. I could really use a box like that. I'm probably gonna stick with US General for the price I guess. I'm a weekend warrior, it's not my career. Thanks for the speedy reply.👍
I will start working as a Heavy overhaul A&P in December. Any more tool recommendations for the heavy overhaul A&P tech? (C and D checks on Boeing 767 mostly) Can you tell us more about the types of aircraft you work on?
Dth Song Hi! Sorry that is one thing I should have mentioned in the video. I’m not a heavy, I work at a line maintenance base for our company. We don’t do huge checks but still look after all the smaller ones leading up to say a 4000hr. We don’t run anything too special, Saab 340’s, Beech 1900, King Air 100/200/300/350, De Havilland Canada DHC-2,-3,-3T,-6, Piper PA31-350’s and Cessna 185. At my current base we only service the 340’s, 1900 and a few King Air 300-350’s. As far as tools for heavy maintenance, first and foremost get yourself good flashlights and mirrors. You’ll need em. Next would likely have to be a good drill, (preferably a smaller 12v), good screw extractors, a bunch of plastic scrapers, and decent screwdrivers. The rest I imagine you could get away with standard stuff, you’re not gonna know really what you need need until you get some time under your belt at your new job. Hope this helps!
Dont worry to much the guys youll work with, will have what you need. Pro tip make a list of what you use and if you use it twice buy it. Its worked for me.
Using this to complete my motorcycle kit - had most but a few I didn't know about. Why is 12-point such a big thing> I thought 6-point was stronger so graduated to them - is it for getting into tight spots as they have an easier connection? Thanks for the video (bit late to this party).
12 point isn’t really big outside of the aviation business and say some performance engine building. Many 12pt fasteners I see everyday while at work. Main reasons I think being: -the heads can be physically smaller size -when working “blind” a 12pt socket will slip onto the fastener much easier -actually higher torque yield capabilities as the 12pt socket on a 12pt fastener has much more surface contact than 6pt. I’d say the good majority of the more ‘critical’ bolts on aircraft we see are 12pt bolts, ie engine mounts/prop bolts/turbine stub shaft bolts
Need to upgrade that flashlight. Lol Should get a rechargeable streamlight, maybe 2. There great high lumens and candle output and save you big money on having to replace batteries all the time.
TJ Ninneman I can’t speak for brand new machines as the ‘newest’ I’ve ever wrenched on was built in 98’, but I believe they are still SAE. Standardized across the board is what the industry is after, also the cost for manufacturers of machines and parts to re-tool to make metric fasteners would be astronomical. We’ll be stuck using SAE for a long while yet!
Depends on place of manufacture. Diamond (based out of Europe somewhere) has lots of metric shit. Dolphine (I think that’s how it’s spelled) a helicopter manufacturer out of Sweden I’d like to say uses metric as well
ANDRE_xipita I can’t speak for the FAA as I’m Canadian and under Transport Canada’s regime, but we can keep calibrated tools like torque wrenches, calipers, multimeters and etc.. as long as they get re-certified every year and are tracked. Usually employers pay to get them done for you if you have the tool. We can also keep non- calibrated stuff, as long as the have a “for reference only” sticker or placard attached. Obviously we wouldn’t use non-calibrated tools for critical jobs, but some things come in handy to have that aren’t certified for lesser important jobs.
Don Gonsalves the job market is currently great- and it’s only gonna get better. So I’d say whatever it is you see yourself preferring. Do you like electrical over mechanical?
Adnan Mine are a Canadian tool brand called Gray Tools. They run seasonal sales and I got those on sale for like 80 doll hairs versus the couple hunny regular. Was a hell of a deal. You’ll have to monitor the website, maybe you’ll get lucky
we use a lot of 12pt fasteners is why. also they are superior in tighter areas where you can't get as much swing on your ratchet. but yes I'm aware they strip 6pt fasteners easier
We have to shadow our boxes. Its a lot of work but I would do it even if its not required. Not only for FOD, but my tools are my livelihood and shadowing protects my investment.
JP Biscaro the wrenches I bought to treat myself, and they are beautiful. They feels great, fit tight, and seem to work just fine. Now worth the price? Meh.... Only on sale I’d say. The sockets are the same story.
If you're in the us school is about 2 years without .mil experience and then we start at 19-28/hr depending on job and location. Top out for American, delta etc is $54-60/hr and you get flight benifits or FedEx/ups top out after 5-6 years for $65-70/hr. I just graduated and am about to start at a regional for $21/hr + flying for free anywhere I want, hoping to get in with American or FedEx in 1-4 years
I know what i have, thats about it. Not many people I know shadow their tools, in a perfect world we all would but you surrender so much space in your box if you do so
Austin Guilbeau it’s an International SHD series 54” box. Got it at Costco here in Canada. Although I don’t think Costco carries them anymore- but International make a hell of a lot of boxes
Hi I was wondering if you can answer some questions I been wanting to become an a&p mechanic but do you spend more time working then being with the family and do all a&p work night shifts
Arturo Ortiz it all depends on who you work for and what their schedule is like. There are lots of night shifts at bigger airlines yes, smaller ones and charter shops not so much. I know plenty of Monday-Friday 8-5 type a&p jobs. I myself work a 4 days on 4 days off shift.
turdpike wow thats cool m-f or 4 on and 4 off so there are jobs like that I was talking to this guy about it he told me you work horrible nights and a lot of people get divorced cuz they spend more time I'm working that with a family
Arturo Ortiz that isn’t uncommon unfortunately but it really boils down to who you choose to work for. It’s not all terrible shifts and long hours, you just have to look around. Something like nursing is worse I’d say
Jacob D most of my stuff yeah, but not all. I don’t have like every screwdriver or every socket etched. Just the stuff that I know other guys in the hangar have the same brand of
Mr. Popo toolbox itself was I think about $1700 CAD. Tools are a whole other story, my best guess for everything I had when this was filmed is probably around 6k. That help at all??
Mr. Popo as far as where to get them cheap- where do you live? I tend to never buy anything full price, I always wait until what I want is on sale. Also Amazon does have some good deals from time to time
what are the needed steps to work in the aviation field in Canada? knowing that I'm a holder of a BE and ME in Aviation from Ukraine. thank you in advance.
Hi, apologies but I’m unsure of what a BE and ME are. Are they maintenance licences over there? If so, the unfortunate thing about here is that it won’t be recognized by our governing body (Transport Canada) and thus you will need to complete the Canadian licensing process from scratch. This does not mean you can’t get a job right away as a mechanic, it’s just that your time and experience over there won’t count towards your AME (aircraft maintenance engineer) license over here. You can still be an apprentice until then no problem. There is a labour shortage for mechanics right now especially, many places are desperate for people with any experience. In your case too I know of some places (that because of the events in your country) are looking specifically for Ukrainians to hire to get them started over here. Like a program from the government that gives companies a grant if they hire Ukrainians. I’d be more than happy to help you if you have any other questions or want more information. Is there a better/more direct way you can be contacted?
Hey man im graduating as an aircraft mechanic next year after this quarantine im from Philippines 🇵🇭 Any advice do i need to be smart to be aircraft mechanic i hope i can find my dream job on overseas hopefully on us or canada this is my biggest dream I hope ican become successful to help my mom and siblings
Good luck to you! Don't buy set and expensive brand. Maximize and explore the usage of your tools. Big box are less experience... Small box....skilled! Parang kutsara lang yan na pwedeng gamitin kahit walang tinidor. Always remember it is not the tools that make the job done
Hi i am a AMT student and have a discount wt snap on and really want to take advantage of it. I am planning to buy some Snap on Ratchet Standard and Long handle on both 1/4 and 3/8 which one would you recommend me? Thanks i have been eyeing out the locking flex one but have no experience wt buying snap on before
For 1/4 I’d get both standard and locking flex head if you could. 3/8 doesn’t really matter as much as you won’t use it as often. Could go either way there but I wouldn’t say you need both in 3/8
@@joses.colonpagan2575 short/standard length you’ll use more of. Up to you for long one, doesn’t necessarily have to be Snap-on. But yes an assortment of ratchets isn’t a bad idea
James F Mine is a Gray Tools labeled one, but it’s actually made by CDI. As far as accuracy I’m really not sure, you’d have to ask calibration shop guys. In our hangar our company supplied 1/2” drive torque wrench is just a cheap Canadian Tire Mastercraft brand one, $50 ish probably. We use that thing to torque on propellers and other major components!! But, it gets sent out every year and keeps passing calibration
Hey turdbike, I'm an apprentice AME back in Quebec. I work also on old King Air A100! I'm really looking into this toolbox but the fact that I can't see the box before the purchase makes me hesitate a bit . I was wondering how the drawer latch hold on? Or if you had any issue with it (drawer open while moving the box, Drawer difficult to open, etc..) I've seen some guys tool box where whenever they move their box, all the drawer open. That's a thing I really don't want. Also, did your drawers hold up good ( Flexing, waping, bowing etc..). Finally, the box itself , have you encounter any issue? Thank you a lot!
Beaucage02 Hey! I get what you mean completely, I lucked out because a guy at work had the same box before me so I knew what I was getting into. As far as the latches, each drawer has a hook on either end of it. The drawers themselves are sturdy, more than enough support for the small tools we have! Never had any flex issues. And it rolls great, big wheels it rolls better than some snap-on ones we have in the hangar. The drawers as long as they are latched closed never come open when rolling either. All in all this box is incredibly hard to beat for the price, would recommend for sure. No issues whatsoever so far!
turdpike Little update! Juste got the same tool box as yours on Kijiji! They are so rare to find! I'm really happy with it. Thanks for your review on this box!
Yota Doug's Tool Collecting Channel Same as most other professions, going to school for it is the easier route. Many colleges offer aircraft maintenance training. Depending on what country you are living in will dictate how long and what kind of training you'll need and also apprenticeship hour requirements. Is it something you are interested in??
Im a 49 year old private pilot and I wanna go back to school and finish my A&P certificate, so I can work on my own plane when I finally buy one and of course, work on them as well you guys have any advice.The nearest school is 3 hours away. wife is cool with it, but what can I expect in 2020 as far as jobs go. ....Be serious when you reply, If you guys have your A&P Im going to really evaluate your reply to what I really end up doing, Thanks in advance
Myself I can’t speak for the American market as I’m Canuckistanian, but here we are in hot demand now. The baby boomers are retiring and my generation appears to not wanna fill the void with trade jobs. I see immediate job postings all over online now, which 8 years ago when I was starting was not the case. I believe you guys are in the same boat- a big shortage of both pilots and mechanics is looming over the industry as a whole, at least here in NA. I’d do some searching before you commit obviously, but my gut says the pendulum is swinging in our favour recently.
Norbie Winiarski inventory after each job and I know exactly everything I have. In a perfect world yes I would do that but thats a lot of wasted space that I can’t afford/don’t feel I need to upgrade yet
Falc0ln In a perfect world yes I would shadow my tools. But I know what I have and do an inventory after each job. Biggest problem I have with doing that is losing so much useable space in the box if I were to shadow every little thing
chris walker the program or the job?? As a career its like anything else, highs and lows. We’re in huge demand now and it’s only going to get worse as the industry inevitably grows. I was the same as you, just had an interest in aircraft since I was little, and loved working with my hands and wrenching on stuff so it made sense for me to try it
