When people think about aircraft maintenance technicians, they usually picture men in coveralls. It is similar to pilots but with different uniforms. These are stereotypes, of course, yet it is statistically more common to see a male pilot or a male aviation mechanic. Historically, men have filled those roles. Facts are facts, whether it is …
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential in every industry, and the aviation industry is no exception. Unfortunately, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the recent numbers don’t look good. For aircraft pilots and flight engineers in 2021, there were 5.3% women, 3.9% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian, and 6.1% Hispanic/Latino. Breaking through …
Being a pilot may be the most well-known career in the aviation industry, but it is not the only one. Several people fill various roles to make sure all passengers and crew have a safe and pleasurable flight experience. Most of them work behind the scenes – including aircraft maintenance technicians. Aviation maintenance is an …
Knowing the main reasons students fail their checkride, along with careful preparation, goes a long way to avoiding potential checkride errors on test day. Let’s review some of the most common trouble spots and how to avoid them. Preparing for your checkride is similar to preparing for a final exam: it is not something you …
The safest aircraft are those that are maintained regularly. Some airplanes require constant maintenance just to be considered airworthy. However, as with a car, waiting until something breaks is not an effective way to keep it in optimal condition. Implementing a proactive cycle to keep the aircraft running safely and smoothly is much better: upkeep …
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