How do they match: Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

  • A and P Mechanic
  • A and P Tech
  • Aircraft Body and Bonded Structure Repairer
  • Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
  • Aircraft Rigging and Controls Mechanic
  • Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic
  • Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
  • Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Apprentice
  • Airframe and Powerplant Technician
  • Airframe and/or Powerplant Mechanic
  • Airframe and/or Powerplant Technician
  • Burnisher and Bumper
  • Heat and Vent Aircraft Mechanic

  • Clean, refuel, and change oil in line service aircraft.
  • Listen to operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burned valves.
  • Locate and mark dimensions and reference lines on defective or replacement parts, using templates, scribes, compasses, and steel rules.
  • Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

  • Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems.