Stig Shift #9 (Another day in Aircraft Maintenance) 

Hey stig don’t apologise for making the aviation industry operate how it should. It’s the technical aspects that I come for. Keep it up I’ll always watch these vids. :D

It´s indeed a second APU, the A124 has 2. One does the regular work like engine start and A/C-ing, the other caters for the internal crane and cargo ramps. Besides the towbar they also carry spare tires and tools to fix minor occurencies. These birds fly places we´ve probably never heard of 🙂 Love your channel !

Awesome!!! In the late 90s I worked at ATL and The Antonov AN-225 Mriya came in.... and they were so happy to show it off to everyone! There were so many guys on the crew, bc they travel with a full staff of mechanics and spare parts (for obvious reasons). Was definitely a treat of a lifetime to not only see it, but to be given a tour by the crew. When it departed, we all held our breath... bc it took nearly every foot of the runway to get off the ground! It looked as if it was barely ascending. Good times and great memories! I ❤ ATL

Man we are all blessed to have people as passionate as yourself ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew.

The information that you tell us never gets boring. Very informative

Seeing the 124 up close felt like a privilege most people normally wouldn’t get to see, particularly after seeing it on Kevin’s broadcast. . Thanks for the tour! Thanks again for all your hard work on both your job and the video content.

Yes!!! The Antonov! What a bird she is. Amazing technology. Thanks for that nice treat Stig! Your videos are never boring and your positive attitude is contagious, so keep it up bro. 🤙

Hands down one of the best channels on RU-vid! Thanks Stig!

Stig, my wife and I watch your videos together on the big screen tv. We absolutely love what you're doing and we enjoy learning about the aircraft. You're a great ambassador for AA and for aviation as a whole. I can remember seeing the AN-124 at LAX many times over the years, although I've never gotten to see it up close and personal like on your video, that was awesome. I was really saddened when the AN-225 was destroyed in the war, that was a huge loss for aviation I saw the 225 come in and land at Oklahoma City airport about 15 years go and it's a sight you don't ever forget. Your videos will never be boring because you bring an insight, vantage point and passion that other aviation RU-vidrs can only dream about. I'm sure your channel is going to be wildly successful for you, just keep doing what you're doing.

1:09 The cockpit of the 777-300 is (I'm trying not to sound like Better Homes and Gardens) light and airy, with lots of room in the pilots' office! I love your channel, and every video that you post. They are never boring. Thank you Stig👍

Thank you for the long video. Also to let you know, your videos are never repetitive. Even if it’s the same subject, It’s always a different scenario and different day.

Hi stig, I'm working on becoming an Aircraft Mechanic (in school currently), recently I've been very stressed about my tests, and it's drained quite a bit out of me, but seeing your videos makes me feel like I'm still doing the right thing and it'll all be worth it in the end. You look like you're having so much fun and I hope I can experience the same feeling when I get out there. Simply watching you change out a lightbulb gave me a sense of joy and accomplishment just to think I myself could be saying "I did that" after doing something as simple as that. Keep up the good work, I can't wait to be a part of and help out the aviation community in a way like this.

Plastic Princess!!....🤣🤣Love it. We also call it Plastic Fantastic!. Next time when a Dreamliner takes off watch the wing flex on rotate. I read that it flexes by 12 feet and testing Boeing flexed the wings to 25 feet. A319 we call it Baby Bus. Another great lesson on in's and out's of aircraft maint. Thanks STIG

Love your videos Stig, I appreciate so very much your dedication to your job, and the delight you take in performing it.

Why have I wasted so much of my life on other content? This finally feels like home. I worked for Rolls-Royce engines for a few years and then changed industries, but never lost my fascination with the technical details of these beauties. Your channel feels like having a beer with your best buddy and talking about old times. Please never stop!

Love your videos Stig. Love your passion for aviation. Don’t change a thing.

Always great to hear someone knowledgeable and passionate geeking out over the things they love. :) Thanks for sharing with us all.

Just found your channel. Love all your positive attitudes in this crazy time. Keep it up.

It's absolutely fabulous what you are doing. It's pretty neat to see how everything actually works. It's not just go fly, there's actually a lot to make them fly. Again, great job.

These videos are perfect, Stig. Just like the work you do on the planes, your videos reflect a passion for perfection. I find myself watching these videos from start to finish - a totally immersive experience.

Hi Stig , I like to thank you for doing an amazing job. I often watch you channel even though I fly with United Airlines I learned a lot from you about airplanes in general you tackle a lot of important areas I would of not knew existed, it's amazing how there are so many back up to back up systems there are to keep us flying safe. Thanks keep the good work David

Greetings from England. Love your vlogs .Don’t ever apologise for sharing your knowledge. You’re a great teacher. These planes never get boring, I’ve been an av geek for over 50 years and it still blows my mind the technology and beauty.

Thanks for posting this. You have a fascinating job indeed, and you're doing it during a fascinating period of aviation. Nice insight on aircraft maintenance. I'll be watching your other videos.

Bro i love your videos sooo much! they are the best. These are so interesting and unique videos i have not found from anywhere else than your channel! Keep it up 🤙

It’s exciting to listen and learn from someone who is passionate about their job. Do not apologize for going into technical details, that’s why we’re here and why we love your videos so much. Keep it up Stig!

It's great that you in fact love your job. I taught that to my children, and they are both happy in their workplace. Makes for a more productive environment, as well as healthy. Keep up the good work you do.

Have to say Stig, these videos are amazing and are a great insight into your profession. I used to work the ramp for a big airline in the Southwest (coincidentally the name of the carrier), and have always thought about getting licensed and doing what you all do every day, even if it’s my retirement gig. Very inspiring and great to see that you enjoy the job. Much appreciated and keep on keeping on!

What a great episode--so many amazing, rare things you showed us Stig! Also superb is the enthusiasm, no the love, you have for your mission critical job!

First video of yours that I've found. I personally really enjoy when you whip out these acronyms and different component names and explain them. That's when I really tune in. Keep it up!

Sir, you never see yourself above or above others. It makes you great. Whenever I watch your videos, I learn something new. Thanks for giving us knowledge. Really appreciate your work.

Stig, after watching aviation videos on You Tube for many years, yours are truly the best! Your channel is #1!I spent almost 40 years as a Crew Chief in the Air Force working the heavies, C-141s, C-5s and C-17s. I recently retired, but maintenance will always be in my blood. Keep up the great work bud! 👍🏼🇺🇸

I just discovered your channel yesterday and watched this video first today. I'm hooked already. Simply loving the insider's view and information and nerding out. Awesome!!!!

Another amazing episode…thank you stig👍👍

I just found your videos, and I really like your perspective on the airplanes and I saw your newer vid posted a few days ago. Liked watching you explain the parts and do maintenance on the 321 I believe it was with the clogged drain. Even the soap dispenser. Only 17 min in this one, and looking forward to watching more!

Your explanations are awesome and you won't lose me. Thank you for more information 🙏

Really enjoy all of your content. It’s great to see some behind the scenes of what goes into keeping aircraft in tip top shape.

These videos popped up in my recommended feed. Watched one and now im hooked! Absolutely brilliant content. Vehicle mechanic here so sooo interesting seeing the different things planes have and the bits you dont get to see as a passenger. Keep it up!

I do not know about anyone else but it sure makes me feel good about flying when you have people like this on the ground that love their job. Thanks for helping keep our flights safer and the content!

What a wonderful and informative video of an environment that many of us do not see. I appreciate the passion and attentiveness you have shown us. I have subbed to become more educated in this aviation field. Thank you for sharing!

Love your style of communication and education! Thank you for posting.

My second video and you're treating us to the grand tour of the sister of the Antonov 225. I always wondered about the Antonov's & this was a treat to see up close with you. Next to the Queen? That's pretty cool too.😎 Can't wait to see more of your videos. Thanks!👍

Hi, aircraft engine mechanic here 👋 Just found your nice channel. Thank you for uploading this informative videos. In April 2018 I got the chance to see an Antonov 225 (124's bigger sister) from inside at Berlin Airshow. Even sat in the pilot's seat for a photo. Now this beauty is gone forever... Keep up your good work 👍Greetings from Germany

Thank you Stig for this great insight into your fascinating work. Never, ever boring. Pleasure to hear the interaction with the pilots - truly team players with lots of respect for all involved in safe flight 🤩

thank so much first for your wonderful job, without you guys nothing is possible and that antonov, was the cherry on top of the cake.

hey stig, got my first job in aviation at fedex as an AMT assistant, in part 147 school right now for airframe.. so excited!

Great video thanks

Man what you do is so cool omg. I never really got a chance to look at how close you guys can get and inspecting the aircrafts. Really cool! I love what you do and I literally only just now subbed and came to this channel, awesome stuff!

Thanx again for another interesting fact filled clip. Love ‘em all!

You can never say you love Aviation if you don’t watch Stig. I finally found my favorite RU-vid channel,Much love from Kenya 🇰🇪

33:05 can confirm haha Was an Intern at a Hydraulic Component MRO facility and was servicing the 777-300ER Semi Levered Gear. Now knowing there was trap pressure inside the actuator I removed the manifold and all the hydraulic oil sprayed onto my shirt and it really did feel uncomfortable after 15 minutes :(

I discovered your channel 3 days ago and seriously speaking i m love with your content. your channel is like treasure for aircraft lovers

Good stuff! Interesting to see and learn a few extra bits as one of the people who fill the techlogs. Thanks for posting these!

Hi Stig. Thank you for these amazing videos. These are boring but I can’t stop watching! True AVE geek understands what I’m saying. I grew up around these big jets. My father worked for Delta for 46 years and has done everything but fly and maintenance. He died suddenly in 2020. (Heart attack not related to Covid) Watching these videos just reminds me of him and the absolute joy he got from working with the public. He got offered manager positions but turned them down because it meant going to an office and not being with the people. When he retired he was the liaison between Delta airlines and the contractors building the F concourse. I see your passion and it reminds me so much of him. Thank you sir for these videos I really enjoy them. If you are ever in Atlanta and need a spot to stay reach out to me. Although I am about a 1.5 hour drive from the airport in north GA mountains you can go see all that GA has to offer and have a place to stay. Keep the videos coming! See you on the tarmac!

As a young pilot who is trying to learn more about the maintenance side of things... I think I found my new favorite RU-vid channel.

Another great video from Stig!! Totally enjoyed it! Can’t wait for the next one and the Guess that Price Episode!!

Always fun looking at your videos, and it’s never boring 🙂. Im learning something new every time. I must say that you seems like a very fun and nice guy so keep up your good mood 😊 👍🇩🇰

Some interesting facts about the AN124 and AN225 (correct me if I’m wrong) Dimensions for both aircraft: -AN225 Length: 84 m (275 ft 7 in) ; Wingspan: 88.4 m (290 ft 0 in) ; Height: 18.1 m (59 ft 5 in). -AN124 Length: 69.10m (226ft 9in) ; Wingspan:73.30m (240ft 6in) ; Height 20.78m (68ft 2in). Engines and controls: -Both aircraft use Progress D-18T engines manufactured by Motor Sich in Zaporizhzhia. -Each engine can deliver more than 20,000 kgf (~196 kN or ~44,000 lbf) of thrust. -A pair of TA18-200-124 APUs are located within the main landing gear fairings. (2 APUs per plane) -The flight control surfaces were controlled via fly-by-wire and powered by triple-redundant hydraulics. -The AN225’s empennage (tail structure) had a twin tail, each on the end of the oversized horizontal stabilizer. The reason for that is that the AN225 was originally designed to carry the soviet space shuttle. Gear systems: -The AN124 has 24 wheels and the AN225 has 32 wheels. (Both aircraft Have a dual front gear) -In the AN225, the nose gear isn’t the only one steerable. 16 more wheels at the back of the main gear can steer too. This makes the AN225 capable of doing a 180 in just 60 meters (197 feet)! -The nose gear can ‘kneel’ down. Cargo compartment: -The complete bottom panel (in the cargo hold) is made out of Titanium. -AN225’s cargo hold was 43,35 meters long (around 142 feet).(fun fact, that’s longer than the first flight of the Wright Flyer) -AN124’s cargo hold is 36.5 meters (around 120 ft) long. -The AN-124-100 is equipped with a system of overhead cranes, which can lift single pieces weighing up to 30,000kg (66,139lbs). -The nose can open in the AN124/225. -The tail can open too in the AN124 World records: The AN225 has set a bunch of world records. Here is a list of the most exciting ones. -On September 11, 2001, during one flight, the AN-225 lifted 5 tanks, the heaviest payload ever airlifted, at 253,820kg (559,577lbs). (Combined weight of the aircraft, cargo and fuel was around 640 tons (1,410,985lbs.)!! -In 2010 the AN-225 carried the world’s longest piece of air cargo - two 42.1 m (137ft 9.5in) test wind turbine blades from Shijiazhuang, China, to Skrydstrup, Denmark. Sources: -official Wikipedia page for the AN124 and AN225 -official ANTONOV company website. -simpleflying -official RU-vid channel of Dmyto Antonov (pilot of the an225)

Found your channel two days ago an man, i cant stop to watch those videos. Thanks for your work

Just discovered your channel, really enjoy it! will definitely continue to follow along,thank you!!!!!!!

I just discovered this channel but I'm so glad I did! Each vid is a VIP tour from an industry veteran with insider technical knowledge being shared to fellow aviation geeks:) also the ambient background music is wonderfully suited for this content, I love it! -a new subscriber

Everytime I watch one of your videos I can't look away. Bravo! Keep it up.

I appreciate all of your effort in putting these videos together. They're incredibly interesting!

Hey Stig from the UK. I love your videos, they are full of great content and you learn something new every time. All the best 😊

The whole video is awesome, and the exterior tour of the Antonov was amazing. Thanks for sharing!

Just got my 8610-2 ! 4 years and I’m going to be doing exactly what my dad did. This is just so cool to see. Mechanics that love doing what they do. I really liked this video. Im in general aviation right now but think I’m too old to make it with the big boys. I’m glad I found your channel. Great stuff. Off to take my OP,S See you on the flight line.

As always what a wonderful video Stig👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 thank you for your hard work, you deserve the best!

Hi Stig, great video mate really appreciate you sharing this never gets old always very informative

Hi Stig. i always wanted to work in aviation, but never managed it. I love the smells, the sounds of aircraft, its fantastic to find out how the little things work, what things are and have your enthusiastic way of explaining what things do, how they work. I'm new to your channel, but managed now to see most of your videos. Thank you for helping me, an enthusiast discover how things operate. Gary in The UK. Loving it.

I love your passion for your job! Thanks for sharing.

Antonov opens at the nose like a C5 military jet. It lowers ,& raises to load cargo. They mechanically manually hook together the frames for cargo rollers . 5 guys to line it up properly. There's a video on it. RU-vid. Revent.

Thanks for your wonderful videos on the insight ops of Commercial Aviation maintenance. It's a virtual gateway to live out my dream of becoming an Airline Pilot one day, and being around these amazing flying beasts. Hope that you'll be able to do this as long as possible.

I just discovered your channel last night so far. I like it very informative. Keep doing what you're doing. It's awesome.

we love your videos stig please keep posting❤!!!! thank you so much for your efforts!! take care too!

Hey Ive only just discovered your youtube channel and I've spent the past 4 hours just watching your content!!! amazing stuff stig! Would love to watch more !

Really enjoying you channel and learning a lot. Thanks for the effort and best wishes.

Hey Stig! As always I LOVE these videos, they are such an inspiration for that pilot dream of mine! Keep them coming! Many greetings from Norway🇳🇴

You are so inspiring! Thank you for what you do

Hey love your site I am a mechanic also I work on heavy equipment that we provide during forest fires and understand the feeling you get from watching the result of your labors I to like to stop and appreciate the beauty of each day and find humor in everything I do so rock on brother thank you for sharing

Literally need everyone to be like you. I've never felt more confident getting on a plane than if it were one you inspected preflight

Love your content stig ,good to see someone passionate and very safety on planes ,gives us hope people in safety do there job right. Thank you sir from uk

Hey, I just wanted to thank you for your videos and great descriptions of all the components you bring up. I am an aircraft sheet metal mechanic looking to get my A&P through doing OJT so without proper schooling a lot of the things covered I don’t actually really learn on the job without asking to join in if there is time. Your a big help, Keep it up!

Love your channel man. Thanks for making quality content. I love seeing these planes and what you do. I had to subscribe and like.

Thank you, Stig nice all around different fleet types 👍 The AN224 was a treat! 787 bleedless except for engine inlet anti ice 😉 Keep up the great work and stay safe.

This is fantastic so educational to an avgeek like myself thank you Stig ,you should have your own TV series

I appreciate your videos. Your technical knowledge, your videography, and your absolute joy with aircrafts. I also like your stance on the issues happening in aviation so far this year. Yes it is tragic but the NTSB and FAA do a great job and make aviation safer after each incident.

Hey just found your channel. Love the videos so fair best thing to watch on my time off

I never get tired of watching these beautiful planes! In my humble opinion, no plane compares with the Queen of the skies! Like smelling fresh ground coffee watching these videos!💗💗💗

Thank you for your informative videos. Love watching your videos.

Dude this is so cool learning about AM stuff its so interesting, as an Aviation Management student I really enjoy understanding the details of how the aircrafts function and not just the business side of things. thx for making these types of videos you got ur self a new subscriber 😃

Stig Aviation is a great platform for those who love Aviation. It gives us alot useful and important information about Planes. Thanks for Sharing..

Great video. Love it. Your terrific. Thank you. John in Ohio.

I love these kind of videos, with all the specific information provided and the overall knowledge you share. The nerdier, the better I would say😅

Yt algorithm has blessed me today, great vid! Very interesting to see the planes in this much detail

Wow! I’m a new subscriber, I also teach deicing for a major cargo carrier.. I knew about the static ports but having you explain them will make answering questions so much easier. Keep it up sir

Great videos stig love seeing your videos keep it up thank you

This is far from boring. I absolutely loved this video. It's perfect!

Hi Stig, I've just come across your channel and I'm glad I did. I worked in the hangers doing detailed cleaning on A and C checks at Manchester in the UK a good few years back now, an Antonov 124 came in 1 day and myself and another guy I worked with had to do a belly wash on it out on the apron, its so low to the ground I had to lay down on a mechanics trolley on my back to do it...a very interesting day indeed. great video's, looking forward to the next one ✈👍

Another wonderful, interesting and inspiring video :) And what a final shot too!

I loved flying in FSX as a kid and was always on the PMDG 777 simulator after school. Never ended up pursuing a career in aviation but I knew and still know almost every button in the 777 cockpit. Your videos are so in depth that I feel like I'm that kid once again. You just earned yourself a new subscriber! Thank you for your work, both as mechanic and a content creator.

thank you very much for your videos, I learned alot.