Aircraft Mechanic Lifestyle? | Part 1 | GA Perspective w/ Kyle Bushman
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- An aircraft maintenance certificate brings many opportunities.
Hear from Kyle Bushman as he shares his story of how he ended up on working on aircraft in the GA (General Aviation) scene. There are some perks of working as an A&P (aircraft mechanic) you might not be aware of. Also, traveling might be required when first starting out.
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As an A&P with a large 121 air carrier with over 40 years experience I really enjoyed your video. Thank you for posting it!
Thanks for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed it!
how much do you make annually
Are you considering aircraft maintenance for a career or learning this skill? Please feel free to drop any questions you might have. Make it a great day and be blessed!
What are some things to expect ? I’m currently enrolling at AIM, i just want to be sure it’s right for me.
Greetings from Western Alaska! (Surprised I have the bandwidth to watch right now.) Anyway, getting an A&P is still on my bucket list, just hard to accomplish right now. But like Kyle said in the beginning, I want it more to work on my own airplanes and projects. Certainly would be open to opportunities with it. But it would be nice to have it when I'm up here too.
@Anthony Did you watch the older video of mine with Kendal? He attended AIM. You will need to be sure to divide your time when studying between up coming test and starting new material. Also, do you have most interest in jets or piston aircraft?
@Left Seat Adventures Nice! Glad you have good internet there. Honestly... I'm kind of jealous of your location! Be safe! I'm sure you'll get your A&P if you keep it on the goals radar.
@@Blaircraft.Engines True true. On the location, we're going to have to catch up after I get back.
Went to A&P school with Kyle. Great dude, very smart. I went Part 135 Helicopters, he went GA. Some guys went Part 91/133.
Cool. How’s your part 135 going? I’m guessing the helicopter route is pretty good.
@@Blaircraft.Engines The Part 135 helicopter side is great, but comes with some challenges. As a Regional Maintenance Manager for Global Medical Response, I spend a tremendous amount of time mentoring and molding AMTs to fit the culture.
I start my schooling for aviation maintenance on August 21 I am super excited I love planes and this has always been my dream job
Awesome 👍 How long is the program you’ll be doing?
It is a 2 year course
It is a 2 year course
I am a lapsed PPL, I'm 47 and haven't flow in 12 years, but I've been a hobby small engine mechanic for the past few years (boat engines, lawnmowers, snowblowers, etc.). I am college instructor so I have summers off, I've often wondered if the airport would be interested in me helping part time for some extra $$ and gets me closer to aviation again. Is part time arrangements like this common?
The repair station I previously worked at, oftentimes hires help throughout the summer. It would be worth checking into for sure… Is there a small airport around? Smaller airports I think would be much easier, however you can also find a FBO at a larger airport too.
Would kyle recommend becoming a private pilot before going to an A&P school?
Not sure. However, having either rating first would be good.
I personally thinking having your A&P first would be best, because I believe it would make you a safer pilot having a solid understanding of what you’re flying. Being able to preflight with more knowledge would be invaluable IMO.
If one has had a prior dui, is it worth their time getting certified. Will they find a job?
I would say yes it's worth getting certified, especially if you want to own your own aircraft.
When finding a job, if you work for a 145 Repair station they random drug test during employment, so I don't believe it should be a setback. Sorry for the late reply! Stay safe!
@@Blaircraft.Engines Good look. Currently in school now. I would like to move somewhere down south like Carolina and work for a major airline. Thats my goal
I have a question, I don’t feel incredibly mechanically inclined at this moment. I’m passionate about planes, cars, trucks, trains…always have, always been around it BUT I’ve never been very hands on involved in it and my background is a decade of Veterinary experience so it’s not that I’m not mechanically inclined by choice, I just have very limited experience having to be. Will this change as I continue into my studies, I’m barely in…3 blocks in, so all the generals and bookwork stuff…I’m just not feeling as confident as some of the men in my class…however I feel like my dedication is more in line than theirs…just wanting others opinions…thanks!
Don’t compare yourself to other men in the class. Just because you don’t have as much hands on experience isn’t bad starting out. If you’re passionate about planes/aviation and other areas like you mentioned. That’s what MATTERS! Everyone starts with no hands on experience. Unfortunately not everyone is passionate about what they do, with aviation… that’s matters most! Hang in there and try not to compare yourself with others. You’ll build confidence after more experience! Learn from your mistakes and don’t be afraid to ask questions! You got this Jessica!
@@Blaircraft.Engines Thanks a lot! I appreciate the feedback!!!
Am truck driver and I want to study and get my license but am so worried that I don’t have a mechanical background is it gonna be a problem? Thank you so much for the great content sir
First, do you enjoy or appreciate mechanical work? I’m guessing yes since you enjoyed the discussion.
If you have the desire and interest to do it, you can totally do it!
Basically it can’t just be thought of as only a cool thing. Desire and passion to do your best is a key player.
Do you have an airport close to where you live?
@@Blaircraft.Engines yes sir I do enjoy the mechanical work and also yes I do have an airport near by since I live in Orlando and thank you so much for your reply back since it really concerns me the question that am I gonna be able to achieve the degree and the licensing part of it ?
@@amrogibril1985 I believe a next good step would be the following:
Visit a small GA airport a couple/few times get to know someone in the maintenance facility, ask about helping with removing panels for inspection. This will get you in the aircraft maintenance environment, see what you think.
If you don’t have any military experience there are two options for you.
1. Schooling, 2 or 4 year programs
2. Apprenticeship with your local A&P shop.
@@Blaircraft.Engines thank you so much for the valuable advice I think I will do just that in order to get in-depth idea about the field and keep up the good content as always truly appreciate it
Is 28 too late too be An A&P mechanic I am currently an RV Tech .
Absolutely not. I actually just went back full time A&P at 37 yrs. Do you have a school in mind or perhaps know of a possible apprentice opportunity?
@@Blaircraft.Engineswhy did you leave, what did you do in the meantime, and what made you come back?
I have a question about the schools I’m still a beginner on the mechanical field on cars but I’ve always had passion for mechanics and someone recently recommended me to get into the aviation mechanics field and I tried a few trade schools but they seem like scams they don’t teach well or help you place a job I need recommendations on what school to enroll because I’m the type of person if you teach me well and show me hands on I’ll learn
May I ask… what part of the country are you in? I totally understand the feeling of several schools might seem like just a $$ drive.
@@Blaircraft.Engines I’m from Las Vegas Nevada but I wouldn’t mind moving if there’s a better school
If you can find a community college with an ant program that will be good way cheaper than private schools. Best Wishes.
Do you have to have a passport to become an aircraft mechanic?
No, not within the US. However it would help to have on a résumé if you are wanting to travel with a big company of course.
You do interviews?
Yes. Shoot me an email and perhaps we can do something, blairpilot@gmail.com
@@Blaircraft.Engines I've only been a mechanic for 4 months, there would be little point in it, I just wanted to know if these people your interviewing are industry connections or if they are just random A&Ps.
@@peterkow5705 I apologize for not seeing your last message months ago!
Kyle I met through an Aviation event. Others have been just online crossing.
How’s your work going now?
@@Blaircraft.Engines fine, changing a tire at the moment.
@@peterkow5705 Good deal. Are you working in GA or on larger aircraft?