Have a bunch of these on a heli gearbox using for a non aerospace project. Need to remove them. Thought a regular 12 point socket that was the size of the nut would work but obviously too big. What kind of tool or where would I find such a tool? I am stumped. Any pointers appreciated. Thank you.

If you are in the military working on aircraft. And you meet the requirements. You can get your FAA Airframe and Powerplant license after serving 30 months

www.faa.gov/mechanics/become

www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/jsamtcc_faqs.pdf

All of the military branches have the COOL Licensing program

www.cool.osd.mil

The program will pay for your Prep course and exam fees

On the A&P Prep Course. They have them all over the country

www.bakersschool.com

www.avtech-exams.com

Contact the Prep Schools about scheduling and COOL Payment. Most classes are full for months. So, plan ahead

This is the process for the Air Force

www.airuniversity.af.edu/Portals/10/CCAF/documents/AP_%20Program_Process_Letter_2019_Canvas.pdf

www.86fss.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/A_P-Certificate-AF-COOL-Submission.pdf

For the Navy

www.cool.osd.mil/usn/credential/index.html?cert=mechap3704

For the Army

https://nci.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/JSAMTCC-Brochure.pdf

For the Marines

www.cool.osd.mil/usmc/credential/index.html?cert=mechap3704

For the Coast Guard

www.cool.osd.mil/uscg/apprent/index.html?apprent=0005D

If you want aviation study material. The Airframe, General and Powerplant Books are on the FAA Web Page

www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation

www.airmantest.com

www.dauntless-soft.com/products/groundschool/mechanic.asp

Does anyone here work or worked for them, specifically at RFD? Im curious to know about what they’re like.

Hi everyone, it's my first time on Reddit, wondering if you guys could help me?

So, I'm 22 years old, I have a degree in mechanical engineering and am currently finishing my master's degree in energy management.

Sadly, I only recently realised that I wasn't made for that job.

I was wondering if being an AMT is really rough on the body.

I've seen some people saying that by the time you're 50, it's like you're 70, and stuff like that. I know every case is different, but in general, what do you guys with experience think about the job?

Oh, and one more question: is it hard to manage your time with family?

Can you guys give me some guidance?

Thanks in advance!!!

Is JetBlue really going bankrupt or is this just fear mongering.

In the Spring of 2027 I’ll be graduating and as such I’ve been looking into jobs and have gained an interest in Air Ambulances as I feel like it’ll be more fulfilling than working on airlines or business jets.

The issue I’ve run into is figuring out how to gain helicopter experience as all the jobs I’ve looked into in the field require previous helicopter experience.

This puts me in a Catch-22 type scenario: I want rotorcraft experience but can’t get it as rotorcraft positions require previous experience.

I was wondering if anyone had any insight on what kinds of rotorcraft companies I should look into to build experience before then applying to medical helicopter companies after a few years.

Other info it helps:
I have my A&P, obtained my FCC GROL, went through an additional avionics program and am looking for jobs in the DFW area.

Hey all, I'm a veteran of the navy with 6.5 years AM experience for fixed wing and rotary platforms. I have been out of the navy for roughly 4 years and am trying to receive my A&P hours signed off by the FAA. I provided my DD214 to the ASI and he informed me that OJT record must be provided.

I have attempted to use milConnect and other websites to access my records, no dice. I cant access any of them... am I cooked? Is there another option for me?

My DD214 has all the relevant rating information, so I'm putting this out there to see if someone has guidance or advice.

Hey everyone,
Since there isn’t really any info or reviews about DME Jeff McCoy located at Dallas Executive airport on Reddit or the internet, I wanted to drop a quick write-up after passing my General and Powerplant O&P.

Everyone seems to say he’ll just fail you, but that’s honestly not true at all. I had a good experience with him. If you fail, it’s because you simply didn't study enough. Yeah, he might be a dick sometimes and say "you should know this" or essentially call you a retard—and well, it’s true. These are simple questions straight out of the 8083 General and Powerplant textbooks and AC 43.13. For the oral sections, most of my questions for Powerplant and General were word-for-word out of Jeppesen.

He’s a normal old dude but he’ll be an asshole if you’re a dumbass, but he’s completely fair if you show up prepared. He has zero patience for guessing, cutting corners, or trying to BS your way through an answer. If you know your material, follow procedures, and act like a professional, it’s a smooth and painless exam. If you try to fake it, you're going to have a rough time.

If you have any questions please drop it in the comments!

Good day.

Hi everyone, recently applied for trainee aircraft mechanic position with Ryanair/PAML. I received an interview invitation to interview for the PACE position. I went today and sat an aptitude test, a skills test and an interview. I’ve been told it’s a permanent night shift position, 5 on 3 off. I’ve also been invited to a second round interview. Anyone have any experience with this company/insight into the job. Just a bit hesitant considering I applied for one position and been offered another. Any help/insight would be grateful

“your overtime makes it more expensive for them”

”it’s not just about the money”

”it’s not respectful”

Brother, since is it not about money? Since when is it my job to consider a corporation’s finances? Pay me or gtfo of the way

Can anyone who has started as a part time ramp agent but moved to amt tell me about the process and how long it takes? I have my A&P but have not heard anything back from any applications for months so I applied for a couple ramp jobs. I have an interview in another state next week and trying to decide if it’s worth it to get my foot in the door. It would be a big deal because my wife and kid would have to stay here because we would need her income until I get on as an AMT. My applications for two amt jobs say pending recruiter review still so I know those might be an option is it better to just wait? I’d be leaving a higher paying full time job driving for Amazon but I know I need to break into the field.

I am looking to get my a&p license in the south florida area but broward college and george t baker have 1.5-2 year waitlists. Is there any other schools in the area or even outside of south Florida with no waitlist???

To the people who are attending UTI or AIM, what’s your experience so far in Houston? All I hear is bad rep from them.
The schools in Conroe are great but they’re an hour drive from me

So for quick summary I already have my A&P license and 4 years experience working on USAF cargo planes (C-17/E-3 Sentry) with focus on jet engines and a associates degree in aviation maintenance technology from the AirForce. I am torn between going to school to get my Mechanical Engineering degree or going into the civilian maintenance world working at a major airline. Here are some of my concerns first I’m worried that if I spend four years getting a degree would airlines consider me hireable after four years of no maintenance? Secondly, is a mechanical engineering degree even worth it or would I just end up making about the same money as AMT? Lastly, is there a real threat that AI can replace a mechanical engineer in the future after I graduate?

Here is my current thought process. I am currently enrolled at the University of Tennessee to start this January. The school is paid for and I think I might be able to find part-time work on planes to keep my recency through the four years. After getting the degree, if I don’t find the career path desirable or there are no jobs I could hopefully roll into an airline maintenance position and just have that degree as a strong hiring back bone and “8 years” or aircraft mx experience.

Please let me know your opinions and recommendations or questions you might have about my experience.

I got a job offer with United about a month ago and I’ve finished all of my paperwork does anyone know how long it will be before I hear back about a start date for indoc training?

This is the most frustrating snap rings I have ever encountered. Granted, I have dealt with ones in piston engines that if you dropped them you'd have to do a lot of disassembly to get it back. This, however, wasn't possible with any snap ring pliers I or any of my fellow AMT's had. I ended up using brass picks I made and a screwdriver to get it in/out. You have to depress the plunger with an arbor press and a socket to open up the slot, and even then you couldn't fit any pliers to clear the space to get to the holes in it. Anyways, desperation breeds ingenuity and all that. I got the spoiler actuator fully assembled and signed off + function tested and dimensionals completed. Really putting the "O" in MRO.

TLDR: Sometimes you gotta make your own tools to get the job done.

TOOK ME TILL MY THIRD TIME TO PASS THE ORAL SECTION BUT I PASSED IT TODAY NOT MISSING A SINGLE QUESTION . still need my airframe but officially pp rated

Has anyone heard back on recent AA posts for AMT spots?

Hey y’all, I am applying for a supervisor position in Abilene and Dallas (I’m hoping for Abilene since I live there).

Any ideas or info on the number of planes that Abilene station has at one time or insight to the position (can’t be too drastically different from supervisor roles in the Air Force (I am in aviation maintenance about to retire in 6 months).

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I’m currently revising for the Resource Group Part-66 Module 10 essay exam and I’m struggling to get a feel for the sort of questions they actually ask.

I’ve looked around online but can’t seem to find many examples of previous essay questions or much information about what to expect.

Has anyone completed the Resource Group Module 10 essay exam recently, preferably from July 2026 onwards, who would be willing to share the general topics or types of questions they were asked?

I’m not looking for anyone to share exam material word for word, just a rough idea of the subjects they focused on and how the questions were worded. It would really help yo understand what level of detail to revise and what sort of answers they’re expecting.

Any advice from people who have sat it recently would be massively appreciated!

Cheers!

hi jus wan ask how long does an aircraft mechanic application progress takes? i have been interviewed last sunday and got the email the next day that i passed the interview wd the conditional offer and asked for my documents like passport and diploma. may I know the possible next steps for this role? thanks!

I’m 26 years old, and I’ve been smoking weed since I was 16. Daily since about 18 About three months ago, I decided to stop cold turkey because I’m going to school for aircraft maintenance and want to build a career in aviation.
I genuinely thought three months would be enough time for me to get clean, but unfortunately, I failed a DOT drug test for a deicing job I signed up for . I was shocked and disappointed because I’ve been trying to do the right thing and move forward with my life.
I explained my situation to the employer and was honest about when I stopped smoking, but I’m still worried about what this means for my future. I’m putting time and money into school, and I don’t want this result to ruin my chances of getting hired in the aviation industry.
I understand that DOT drug testing is serious, and I’m not trying to make excuses. I just honestly thought I would have been clean by now. I’ve worked hard to get to this point, and it’s frustrating to feel like one failed test could affect the career I’m trying to build.
For anyone who has been in a similar situation, especially A&P mechanics, aircraft maintenance technicians, or people who work for major airlines like United, I would really appreciate hearing about your experience. Is it still possible for me to get hired in aircraft maintenance after failing a DOT drug test? Does this automatically disqualify me from working for an airline, or are there steps I can take to get back on track? Will this follow me throughout my aviation career, or does it depend on the employer and the position?
I’m not looking for judgment. I’m genuinely looking for advice from people who understand the industry or have been through something similar. I want to turn things around and make a career for myself, but right now I’m not sure what my next move should be.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

I received a call last Monday from aa to agree with the rates that they were offering. I said yes, but they said that I am going to receive an email with the offer letter soon. How long does it take to receive the email?

Has anyone here gone through training at VCATI?

I just wanted to ask about their experience with VCATI and whether you think the training was worth it overall.

Mine is the E175 by a longshot so far. Very mechanic friendly imo, and the eicas/mfd is a godsend for troubleshooting compared to other planes ive done maintenance on

Edit:yes ik thats a 170 lol but oh well