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The Good the Bad and the Ugly: The Aviation Maintenance Industry - Raw!

The Good the Bad and the Ugly: The Aviation Maintenance Industry - Raw!

By 'Wheelz'

As an A/P mechanic going on 16 years, I've worked on the largest and most complex aircraft in the world. But the reality of the industry can be surprising and even scary. I talk about the toxic and unsafe culture that aircraft mechanics REALLY deal with. The very things that airlines and aviation companies DON'T want you to know. Prepare yourself. The rabbit hole goes deep. Join me as I give you an inside look into the GOOD the BAD and the UGLY of Aviation Maintenance. Email: apmechanicpodcast@aol.com, Twitter: @goodbadugly_ap ** anchor.fm/bryan-wheelz **
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A/P Schools bastardized! Unsafe, unprepared & ... shenanigans. A TGTBTU Expose!

The Good the Bad and the Ugly: The Aviation Maintenance Industry - Raw!Oct 10, 2023

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 A/P Schools bastardized! Unsafe, unprepared & ... shenanigans. A TGTBTU Expose!

A/P Schools bastardized! Unsafe, unprepared & ... shenanigans. A TGTBTU Expose!

Hello everyone and welcome to 2023's first expose' episode. We're diving into the changes being put into effect for our Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant schools in the U.S and why these "changes" aren't all they appear... While I agree the curriculum taught in A/P school(s) needs to be upgraded, modernized it doesn't end there. As almost everything "aviation" nowadays, there always seems to be a 'background motive' ... On the outside it looks great mandating curriculum changes but once you start peeling away the FAA, "Filler", you find others stand to benefit... Will future A/P school graduates really be prepared? I'll give you my $.02, tune in! ** Correction in part 1 of the episode: I said this was 2023's first episode but it wasn't. I misspoke, its 2023's first EXPOSE' episode, my bad. Link to my experience in A/P school: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/iVTIG3M1CAb Some other Expose' episodes: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/yUoe7ZJ1CAb , https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/4KcD4lS1CAb , https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/rcH3fF81CAb Tune in!  Subscribe & share! New episode second Wednesday of each month. Please review the podcast on your favorite listening app, your reviews help the podcast grow :) Email:  apmechanicpodcast@aol.com , or Twitter @goodbadugly_ap    Facebook: PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry | Facebook -or search for "PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry" * Shout out to Matt, the shows producer!
Oct 10, 202343:19
From the Archives! - Being an aircraft mechanic during the beginning of COVID

From the Archives! - Being an aircraft mechanic during the beginning of COVID

Thanks for tuning into 2023's first Bonus episode pulled "from the archives". This was recorded back in 2021 in Season 1. It was put on the back burner as other content took priority & forgotten about until this year.

I've received a lot of questions about mine & other mechanics experiences during the first few weeks COVID 19 hit the U.S. I've been hesitant to release this old recording from "the archive" Why?

Well, -> !WARNING! This episode is contentious. I expect folks with differing opinions to chime in. I speak for myself, my thoughts & my nerves only. I will NOT respond or comment to any political or bureaucratic B.S. outside of aviation & how COVID affected mechanics, cabin crews & flight crews.

It was an unnerving time trying to navigate the best way to maintain aircraft on the line while also trying to avoid contracting COVID. Little was known these first few weeks about the virus. Management had no clue, we had no clue, but we knew the virus was swiftly entering the U.S onboard aircraft & we were the 'boots on the ground', EXPOSED to this deadly virus with ZERO clue on how to protect ourselves AND maintain the aircraft.

If you think it was a walk in the park... it wasn't.

Big shout out to Matt, the shows producer for returning this year to help keep the podcast on track! Please subscribe & share!

Email:  apmechanicpodcast@aol.com , or Twitter @goodbadugly_ap   

Facebook: PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry | Facebook -or search for "PODCAST: The Good The Bad The Ugly: The Aviation Maintenance Industry"

**Please remember this is one of the very early episodes recorded at the very beginning thus such things as: Episode release date, quality of audio etc. has changed. To clarify: New episode 2nd Wednesday of each month and .. the audio quality of the show has improved immensely!

Sep 13, 202322:57
Podcast Aug 2023 update !

Podcast Aug 2023 update !

Hello everyone and thank you so much for supporting the show all these years and sticking by throughout! No, this isn't goodbye but in the upcoming months I will be taking another hiatus to take care of some personal 'stuff' which means I will be less active after October 2023. Still a few months away and there theres still new episodes incoming :) That means I will be needing someone to take over hosting 'duties' during my hiatus.

If you're seriously interested and committed to take on such a venture, reach out to me at apmechanicpodcast@aol.com or contact me on my social media pages and we'll chat about it. Again, this isn't goodbye forever but sometimes life throws you a curveball...

Remember YOU make a difference. YOUR VOICE counts! The aviation industry is continuing to spiral out of control where profit is prioritized over safety and you need to demand that the industry change, that it become transparent to those who deserve it... YOU and YOURS.

Please review the podcast on your favorite listening app, your reviews help the podcast grow :)

Email:  apmechanicpodcast@aol.com , or Twitter @goodbadugly_ap   

Facebook: PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry | Facebook -or search for "PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry"

* Shout out to Matt, the show's producer!

**Some other episodes of interest:

2023's first episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/S6ajhQQO9Bb

How to be a good manager and avoid becoming a bad one: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/yo8HR1ZO9Bb

Interview with Xtended Aviation: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/SrHbXk7O9Bb

Is your GENFAM instructor blowing smoke? https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/4UXT8WaP9Bb

Allegiant Airlines, Shenanigans at its finest: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/QrMrm0aP9Bb

Aug 10, 202307:06
2023's FIRST aircraft Tech talk!
Aug 09, 202331:43
 How to be a good manager and avoid becoming a bad one.
Jul 12, 202316:22
 2023's first episode! Update & 'mini' listeners questions answered!
Jun 14, 202325:54
Bonus 12! Destroying trolls. Hangar talk & B757 parts wait.
Dec 08, 202218:40
Christmas 2022 update. .. while driving
Dec 02, 202232:17
Is "Maintenance" really the reason behind flight delays and cancellations?
Jul 13, 202212:58
Special Episode! Interview W/ Pieter Johnson @ 'Xtended Aviation' Podcast!
Jun 08, 202245:44
Anti-Boeing Trolls -VS- Me
May 11, 202215:36
2022's first expose'- The Saga of N874AA

2022's first expose'- The Saga of N874AA

Hello and welcome to this, 2022's first expose' podcast! We're talking about the saga of N874AA (I refer to it in the show as "Nine874”) An ex- AA 727 that was donated to the museum of flight in Seattle, WA & ended up in the hands of a museum located in Missouri. It was ultimately scrapped in 2021.  But it’s not the scrapping of the aircraft which I found interesting, it's the circumstances surrounding the scrapping of the aircraft which is right up the alley of 'shady'.  And yes, it includes some aircraft maintenance 'stuff' too! Strap in and hold on, another great expose' episode coming at you! **Court documentation: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/21111558-antares-pdf The 'infamous' Scot Spencer: https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Government/DOT-approves-permanent-ban-on-Scot-Spencer-from-aviation-biz Relevant articles: https://www.flyingmag.com/727-scrapper-ahm/  ,  https://www.aviationpros.com/aircraft/news/21247240/absolutely-tragic-the-grisly-demolition-at-seattles-boeing-field-of-an-old-727 , https://www.sbsun.com/2018/05/10/san-bernardino-international-airport-criminal-case-never-got-off-the-runway/ The NEW podcast website:(the original) The Good the Bad and the Ugly: The Aviation Maintenance Industry – Raw and unscripted! – Aviation, Aircraft mechanic, Aviation Maintenance (wordpress.com) Subscribe & share! Show producer; Matt @ https://www.fiverr.com/mattvopro  Email: apmechanicpodcast@aol.com _OR_   Twitter @goodbadugly_ap   _OR_    Facebook: ⁠PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry | Facebook ⁠-or search for "PODCAST:The Good The Bad The Ugly:The Aviation Maintenance Industry"

Apr 13, 202244:33
China Eastern Air Crash: Debunking false/bad aircraft information
Mar 21, 202217:19
Bonus 11.5: "Was I picking on Cpt. Sully Sullenberger?" Nope. An Explanation.
Mar 16, 202210:17
Episode 14: Is your GENFAM Instructor blowing smoke? Debunking the smoke & mirrors!
Mar 10, 202224:03
Bonus #10: What's with all these aircraft tire mishaps? Are re-treaded tires really safe?
Feb 20, 202222:26
Episode 13- Listener question: Are MELs safe? Do airlines abuse MELs?
Feb 09, 202213:27
Episode 12: Aircraft Mechanics liability and the consequences!
Jan 17, 202221:33
Merry Christmas 2021! Welcome 2022!

Merry Christmas 2021! Welcome 2022!

Christmas 2021 message from yours truly! 

This year has been FILLED with so much good, bad, and ugly throughout the world and throughout the aviation industry as well.  With the podcast studio under repair and re-construction, I hope to be up and running by the end of January 2022. There will still be a January podcast but with previously recorded content.  ( "A Mechanics liability and the consequences" ) 

If you are flying this Christmas, please remember to be courteous to the crew and thank them for keeping you safe.  In addition, if you see an aircraft mechanic(s)  tell them thank you for braving the elements and ALSO for keeping you safe while you travel. 

Thank you everyone for the support and have a blessed and safe holiday, we'll see you next year! 

Do you have questions, thoughts, concerns or want to share YOUR stories and experiences live on the podcast?

Reach out to me at: apmechanicpodcast@aol.com, https://anchor.fm/bryan-wheelz/messageor Twitter @goodbadugly_ap Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/goodbaduglyap

New podcasts the 2nd Wednesday of each month !

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Dec 25, 202103:43
The #2 - Aircraft Tech Talk!
Dec 08, 202113:27
Bonus#9: Podcast end of Year update! What's happened and what lies ahead!
Nov 29, 202121:22
Bonus #8: American Airlines increasing F/As holiday pay but not others?

Bonus #8: American Airlines increasing F/As holiday pay but not others?

Hello and thank you for tuning into this short bonus podcast where I discuss American Airlines' recent decision to increase flight attendant holiday premiums to keep them happy.  Did AA make the right decision? Are they forgetting about other employees who work equally hard and who ALSO work during holidays?  Tune in and I'll give you my $.02  

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Nov 24, 202108:35
Episode 11: Human Factors in Aviation Maintenance

Episode 11: Human Factors in Aviation Maintenance

Hello and welcome!  In this podcast, I received an email asking me to about talk about Human Factors, the 'Dirty Dozen' and its issues within the aviation maintenance industry and how it affects aircraft mechanics!  **UPDATE- Made a slight change @5:00PM MST- audio is 150% better now, sorry about that**

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Nov 10, 202125:47
BONUS Special Podcast: American Airlines & FAA, Shenanigan's at its finest. Is AA the next Allegiant? A TGTBTU Expose'

BONUS Special Podcast: American Airlines & FAA, Shenanigan's at its finest. Is AA the next Allegiant? A TGTBTU Expose'

Hello everyone and thank you for tuning into this special expose' podcast.  Is American Airlines the next Allegiant Airlines? Are they up to no good and rolling the dice with peoples lives? I give you my take in the second expose' podcast, tune in! 

*Yup, it's been remastered, cleaned up etc since it first aired as when I recorded it I was away from my studio- Enjoy!* 

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New podcasts the 2nd Wednesday of each month !  

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Nov 01, 202132:06
Bonus#7 : "Tribal knowledge" Is it good, bad? Does it belong in aviation maintenance?

Bonus#7 : "Tribal knowledge" Is it good, bad? Does it belong in aviation maintenance?

Hello and welcome to Bonus podcast #7 !   I received a message asking for my take on 'Tribal knowledge' and whether I think it has a place in the Aviation Maintenance industry.  Tune in! 

** Do you have questions, thoughts, concerns or want to share YOUR stories and experiences live on the podcast?  

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Oct 16, 202109:40
 Episode 10: Allegiant Airlines, Shenanigans at its finest.

Episode 10: Allegiant Airlines, Shenanigans at its finest.

Hello and thanks for tuning in!  Sincerest apologies for the lateness getting this episode out.  With everything going on the Home front and the studio renovation, it took awhile. thank you so much everyone for your patience!  

 In this very special exposé podcast we're talking about Allegiant Airlines and its history of shenanigans, violations, fines and some real shady attempts to seemingly deceive both the government and the flying public.  Have 'things' gotten better?  Well tune in and find out! 

 **Just a quick clarification: The MD-80 elevators are tab-driven. That is, the yokes aren’t mechanically linked to the elevators. They connect to small, tabs hinged at the rear of control surfaces that serve as elevators. During flight, movement of the tabs results in the angle of the elevators changing**  

UPDATE 10-19-21: I mentioned, "Automatic Thrust Reverse System"  What I MEANT to say was: "Automatic Reserve Thrust" system. Thank you to one of the listeners for catching that mistake!

Do you have questions, thoughts, concerns or want to share YOUR stories and experiences live on the podcast? 

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Oct 14, 202140:39
Episode 9: FAA FOIA request FAIL! What are they hiding?
Sep 17, 202118:19
A new podcast sound? Bonus podcast update, little 'chat' about upcoming Allegiant Airlines Episode and more!
Sep 16, 202104:59
Episode 8: Listeners Questions Answered #2 !

Episode 8: Listeners Questions Answered #2 !

Another listeners Questions podcast, Episode 8!! where I answer some more of your questions in this podcast. You wont want to miss it!    Some questions I answer:   -  RTS MX , AOG MX & aircraft recovery experience  - Women in aviation at Boeing?  - Listeners bad A/P school experience   - Why does it take so long for aircraft mechanics to do paper work? And why do they 'SIT' on the plane?  *Was a little under the weather during recording this podcast, sorry if I didn't sound super 'chipper' & I mention the "Aircraft Tech Talk" segment- this was recorded BEFORE I published my first "Aircraft Tech Talk" segment which has now aired :)  Reach out to me at: apmechanicpodcast@aol.com  or Twitter @goodbadugly_ap Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/goodbaduglyap New podcasts the 2nd Wednesday of each month !  The Podcast website is up to! Check it out! https://thegoodthebadandtheuglytheaviationmaintenanceindustryrawandunsc.wordpress.com
Sep 08, 202121:04
Podcast test with new studio equiptment for twitter poll
Aug 31, 202101:06
Podcast Update! 8-25-21

Podcast Update! 8-25-21

Hello and welcome!  I know, I know-- I haven't "Been around" much lately.  In this UPDATE podcast I fill you in on the new renovations to the podcast studio and what to expect in the upcoming podcast! Listen in.


Aug 26, 202107:00
Bonus #6 Uh-oh. "Haters gonna Hate" One Tweet gone wrong- My clarification
Aug 18, 202108:11
WOW! The new segment, 'Aircraft Tech Talk' is taking off!

WOW! The new segment, 'Aircraft Tech Talk' is taking off!

Well it seems folks are enjoying the new podcast segment, 'Aircraft Tech Talk'. That's Awesome!  Getting some really good feedback and already receiving some listener emails for the next one!  Thank you everyone for tuning into the podcast, really glad your enjoying it! 

If you missed 'Aircraft Tech Talk', here is the link: https://anchor.fm/bryan-wheelz/episodes/The-NEW-Aircraft-Tech-Talk-Segment-e13o5es

Remember to subscribe and share and as always feel free to reach out to me via email, twitter or email! 

Aug 12, 202100:57
The NEW Aircraft Tech Talk Segment !!!

The NEW Aircraft Tech Talk Segment !!!

Hey there and welcome to the first, NEW podcast segment, "Aircraft Tech Talk" where I answer your aircraft tech questions and give you a quiz at the end!  I'll answer the quiz question during the NEXT Aircraft Tech Talk podcast and if you answer correctly,  I'll send you a little 'The Good the Bad and the Ugly' SWAG! 

We have four good questions in this podcast! Tune in!  

- Boeing 747 question x 2 

- Boeing 737NG questions x2 

Another "Aircraft tech-Talk" episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/hWP97kS1CAb

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Aug 11, 202111:09
Bonus #5 FAA aids Mexico instead of US?

Bonus #5 FAA aids Mexico instead of US?

Hello and thank you for tuning into this bonus podcast where I talk about the FAA's nice little vacation to Mexico to help their aviation industry out of a rut.  Is this the right move?  Tune in and find out!  Do you agree?  Do you disagree?   

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Aug 10, 202108:43
Coming August 11th the new ‘Aircraft Tech Talk’ segment begins!

Coming August 11th the new ‘Aircraft Tech Talk’ segment begins!

Stay tuned August 11th for the NEW ‘Aircraft Tech Talk’ segment begins! I’m excited about this one, how you are too! Remember I love receiving your feedback good or bad! Share with your friends, let them know! Remember to subscribe! Thanks!
Aug 09, 202100:26
Podcast PSA #2 - Unruly PAX kinda have me ticked!
Aug 04, 202103:41
 Bonus Podcast#4: FAA launches program to voice concerns. Does this include mechanics?
Jul 21, 202106:21
SPECIAL PODCAST! The Transair/Rhoades Aviation Fiasco!!

SPECIAL PODCAST! The Transair/Rhoades Aviation Fiasco!!

On July 16th the FAA revoked Transair/Rhodes Aviation's' Operating Certificate citing numerous concerns unrelated to July 2nd water ditching of a B737-200C - In this special bonus podcast I talk about the Transair/Rhodes Aviation Fiasco and whether they had it coming...  Tune in!  

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New podcasts the 2nd Wednesday of each month !  The Podcast website is up to! Check it out! https://thegoodthebadandtheuglytheaviationmaintenanceindustryrawandunsc.wordpress.com  And new merch store is now open! https://aviationmxpodcastswag.myspreadshop.com/

Jul 17, 202109:39
Podcast PSA-> update 7-12-21
Jul 12, 202100:46
Episode 7 "A Mechanics Voice" and why management should listen!

Episode 7 "A Mechanics Voice" and why management should listen!

In this episode I discuss the importance of a mechanics 'voice' and why its essential that management listen and the consequences if they don't...  Stay tuned!  

Do you have questions, thoughts, concerns or want to share YOUR stories and experiences live on the podcast? 

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New Merch store is now open!  https://aviationmxpodcastswag.myspreadshop.com/

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Jul 07, 202125:21
Episode 6: Mechanics vs Crew? Crew vs Mechanic? Does it happen?

Episode 6: Mechanics vs Crew? Crew vs Mechanic? Does it happen?

Thank you for tuning in for our 6th podcast!  I received an email from a listener asking about the relationships between mechanics and the flight crew.  I explain how the 'relationship' is between the two and share my experience of when I had to have a 'light discussion' with two different crew members.  (thats putting it nicely)  You wont want to miss this one!     

*This episode has been re-edited a bit- was one of my earlier episodes so I was still getting use to how things worked in a podcast :) * 

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Jul 02, 202127:24
SPECIAL PODCAST! United Airlines bad decisions and MY way of fixing the B.S!
Jun 30, 202113:40
Bonus podcast: 777X fiasco! Did the FAA do the right thing and why!

Bonus podcast: 777X fiasco! Did the FAA do the right thing and why!

Hey everyone and THANK YOU for listening to this BONUS podcast where I discuss the FAA's decision to without its granting of the TIA (Type Inspection Authorization) from Boeing! 

Remember I will be releasing a podcast every month starting July 2021 on the first and last Friday of the month!  Tune it! 

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Jun 28, 202109:34
#2 of: The Best and Worst gate calls! -Bonus Podcast #3

#2 of: The Best and Worst gate calls! -Bonus Podcast #3

Welcome to another bonus podcast where I talk about some of my best,worst, challenging or even funny hate calls! As always thank you for listening. Enjoy! #2 

** Microphone was a little to amplified during this- apologies!**

Do you have questions, thoughts, concerns or want to share YOUR stories and experiences live on the podcast? Reach out to me at: apmechanicpodcast@aol.com , https://anchor.fm/bryan-wheelz/message or Twitter @goodbadugly_ap

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New podcasts the 2nd Wednesday of each month !

Also, check out Karlene Petitts’ blog where she featured my podcast at : https://karlenepetitt.blogspot.com/2021/07/the-good-bad-ugly.html

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Jun 22, 202114:11
Episode 5: The line verse the Hangar, which is better? And GENFAM training, why is it important!

Episode 5: The line verse the Hangar, which is better? And GENFAM training, why is it important!

Welcome yet again to episode 5 where we discuss the 'Line' environment verse the 'Hangar' environment.  Which is better?  Also I talk about the importance of proper GENFAM training.  And of course I go on a little tangent (again) about poor management and how it affects employees and ultimately, the aircraft.    

**Correction when I was referring to 'AD's I meant to say "Airworthiness directives". 

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Jun 19, 202133:31
787 gear collapse at Heathrow airport! SPECIAL PODCAST !

787 gear collapse at Heathrow airport! SPECIAL PODCAST !

Hey there and thanks for tuning in!  This is a special podcast covering the B787 Nose Gear collapse that occurred today at Heathrow airport. I received several emails this morning asking what I thought about the incident.  Although I've never wrenched on the B787 I still share my thoughts on this podcast. #787 heathrow

EDIT - TWO CORRECTIONS:

1.) I said in this podcast that the B787 system retract is done through a electrical motor-  I was wrong its still hydraulic, using electric motor pumps but doesn't use engine driven hydraulic pumps. BUT it uses electrical driven actuators on the landing gear locks.  ** Thank you Tim.S for correcting me :) 

 2.) So some clarification:  On the vast majority of aircraft, the NLG (nose landing gear) is more susceptible to collapse or 'fold' than the MLG  (main landing gear). On larger aircraft, the over-center mechanism on the NLG is not very effective because much of the aircraft weight is not on the nose gear.

 Once the main gears are down and locked, on the ground you need three things before you can retract the main gear:

  1. Bypass the electric circuit protections preventing gear retraction on the ground;
  2. Lift the aircraft weight off the landing gears by jacking up, and
  3. Break the over-center mechanism using the hydraulic muscle of the landing gear retraction mechanism.

 As of what I can tell right now, the aircraft was parked and un powered.  Thus even though I mentioned the 'human' element in my podcast-  the aircraft was not powered up (from what I can tell) so theoretically the gear should not have folded- Even if the gear override switch was pressed in and the landing gear control lever were moved to up-  The gear should not have folded UNLESS it was powered up?? ...  hmmm

 So that leaves this: 

1.) Were the gear pins installed on the NLG?  

2.) Was the aircraft being towed and the brakes not released causing a failure of the NLG? 

3.) Was their a mechanical failure in the NLG?

4.) Was there a structural failure of the gear 'BOX' structure? 

5.) Or still, WAS it actually powered on and someone DID retract the gear on the ground?    

Ill definitely be following the investigation as it progresses. As always, thanks for listening and stay tuned for more up coming podcasts! 

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Jun 19, 202110:07
Was I banned?! Bonus Podcast#2

Was I banned?! Bonus Podcast#2

Hello everybody and thank you for tuning in! Today I received word that one of my social media account that carries my podcast was flagged! Let me tell you about it….

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Jun 18, 202112:57
Episode 4: ‘Pencil Whipping’- Does it happen? Should you be concerned?

Episode 4: ‘Pencil Whipping’- Does it happen? Should you be concerned?

A little off the next scheduled episode topic but an interesting episode which I speak about ‘Paper whipping’ in the aviation maintenance industry- It does happen.  Why should the average Joe be concerned? Why should you, the mechanic be concerned? 

In this episode I break it down giving some of the most common examples of paper whipping. Sure I might catch some flak from aircraft mechanics for ‘blaming them’ which is fair BUT if you aren’t “that guy then why worry?”  I also discuss the pressures that mechanics face which might cause them to ‘pencil whip’ paperwork.  

**Some quick clarification on circuit breakers: Not only do they protect the wiring but also provide protection from over current or over load of the circuit. If too much current flows through the circuit, the conductor heats up and expands popping the the CB** 

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