Airplanes undergo a lot of stress. From takeoff to landing and the times in between, there’s stress everywhere. Luckily, there are safety measures in place to ensure an airplane can do its job flight after flight. One such safety measure is small but mighty: safety wire. Also known as locking wire, it is an integral…
If you’re new to the aviation industry, especially as an aircraft maintenance technician (AMT), you’re bound to hear a lot of new acronyms. While you may already know some of them, one you might not is FOD. FOD is a constant struggle for both airports and the AMTs that work at them. So, what is…
Chances are you would recognize the presidential plane if you saw it. The famous blue exterior makes it one of the most well-know planes today. It helps that it also has the presidential seal on the side and an American flag on the tale. But what do we really know about the aircraft that carries…
Like many careers out there, hiring requirements have been changing. In January 2022, Delta Airlines dropped their degree requirement for pilots looking to be hired. Where in the past the airline, like others, required a four-year bachelor’s degree, they have gotten rid of this. While Delta is only now making this change, Southwest, United, and…
Chances are, if you’ve bought a new cell phone in the past few years, it is equipped with 5G. Even if you don’t know what 5G is yet, you’ve probably seen it mentioned in the news lately. After agreeing to delays twice, Verizon and AT&T will be rolling out the new technology for cellphone owners…
The Covid-19 Pandemic brought a lot of changes to the world, and some of those changes are here to stay. Thousands of employees had to switch to working from home during this time, and there are many who still are. In fact, working isn’t the only thing people are doing from home now. Over the…
Although not necessary to get a job as an aviation maintenance technician, getting a college degree may be something you’ve considered. While all it takes is a FAA certified trade school to start out your career in aviation maintenance, there are certain steps you can take afterwards to further your education. One of these things…
No matter how long you’ve loved aviation, there’s always something new to discover. If you want to learn some fun facts about airplanes and airplane maintenance to impress your friends and family, keep reading! Airplanes Are Lightning Proof You read that right. The giant metal contraption in the sky is actually lightning proof! If you…
Every year, new advancements in technology are being released. From the newest iPhone to developments in the aviation industry, technology is on the up and up. Want to learn more about the improvements being made to the aviation industry? Here are some technology trends to keep on your radar. Autonomous Flight Systems Usually when you…
There are qualities- both ones you can learn and ones you already have- that will make you a good aviation maintenance technician (AMT). It will take more than just a love of working with your hands to help you succeed in this industry. So, what are the top 7 qualities of a good AMT? 1)…
