thanks a lot Bryce for creating this video, I have been feeling a little low in my current apprenticeship but after watching your videos, I feel alive again, means a lot what your doing for the community

This is a nice change from the myriad of videos online like "Why you SHOULDN'T become an Aircraft Mechanic!" All jobs have some things that suck, but the positives is the reason we choose them. People need to focus on the good things about their jobs sometimes!

@brd400

Ай бұрын

Never saw a video like that

Retired Navy, went to a 2 week prep class to get a A&P. A MRO hired me , got my A&P there. Retired from them 25 years later. Now I use my tools to work on my Shovelhead FXWG. The MRO was ok for me. At least did Cockpit Window Changes in the Hangers. Before I retired was helping putting HGS in the Cockpits. 737 400 to NG.

@Barrackscuts

3 ай бұрын

Any pointers as to what course/ class to get into? I’m active army and will like to get into this A&P after leaving service.

@arthurleino

3 ай бұрын

@@Barrackscuts Class I took was over 25 years ago. Found a card at a Barbers shop.

@brycebuildsit

3 ай бұрын

If you already have aviation experience in the army, Bakers School of Aeronautics in Tennessee is great. If not, then you'll need to go through an approved Part 147 School

That Aircraft Tattoo on his Right hand shows his passion for Aircrafts..... 🦾🦾🦾🦾

nice video bryce! I'm a 23yr women who just moved to San Antonio and will start working at Boeing on March 1st. Will need to do 8 weeks of training and pass exams before hitting the floor but I'm so excited and looking forward to it, so for now I'm just getting ready and staying positive!🥳

Thank you for this video. It motivates me to study hard for my tests.

@brycebuildsit

Жыл бұрын

You got this man, keep working hard and you'll be just fine. Thanks for watching!

Great video. Thank you

@brycebuildsit

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

Another advantage of working on aircraft I have enjoyed is, in most cases, working airplanes is not as dirty a job as working on vehicles. Ask me how I know. If I could go back and do it again I would have started on aircraft and stayed there. Good videos Bryce.

Now is a good time for aviation. Pilots or mechanics because of the shortages.

@brucekeller5259

8 ай бұрын

TRUE

For others and regarding your first point, don’t feel like you’re stuck in a crappy job. You do have the freedom (in most cases) to go anywhere, yeah, you might have to be a little more uncomfortable or make changes but that can sometimes be for the better. Had a job I once loved, something changed both internally and definitely on their end, stuck it out and just became stressed. Got a new job, and I do commute an hour one way, but is well worth the less stress and BS I had to deal with. Definitely take the training if they offer it, many companies only send mechanics if they are forced to, which is a requirement for many manufacturers service centers.

Hi sir, my name is Mene, I love your video and would want to be train as an A&p aviation mechanic. And would like to study under you because of the vast experience you have. Which college I’m Texas did you teach Aviation program. Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you so very much

I am looking for resources to find a job while I am taking classes towards my A&P, I had worked on F-22s avionics.

Thanks, I am a aircraft mechanic too. I am in GA right now.

@julianangelocunanan1606

Ай бұрын

would u mind me asking how much is your starting salary ?

@matthewpriebe7607

Ай бұрын

@@julianangelocunanan1606 Yes. It was $25 an hour.

I’m located in Houston right now but willing to relocate. Do you have opinions on the best schools for an A&P license? I’ve heard good things about TSTC and Hallmark university. I’m sort of split between the two. Hallmark is a little more expensive but TSTC doesn’t seem to offer both airframe and power plant together. I’d love to hear your opinions!

@brycebuildsit

4 ай бұрын

Well I am a little bit biased. I teach in San Antonio but not at Hallmark. Now Hallmark has a good program but I think we are better. Also since we are a community college we are considerably cheaper if you are in district. TSTC is also a good program and cheaper then Hallmark. Again I am biased but the top 3 programs in Texas are 1. where I am at, 2, Terant County Community College. 3, Hallmark.

Going to a part 147 school in January. Currently work on cars but deciding to change fields

@Willyd2758

Ай бұрын

Bro I can’t wait to change careers, been a auto mechanic for 2 1/2 years, learned a lot but I make $20/hr and no benefits. Can’t believe that I am in this position but I have to get out.

@Tlopez0

Ай бұрын

@@Willyd2758 nice I was also a mechanic wasn’t making a lot either that’s why I decided to do aviation currently making 18.50 as a A and P helper part time not bad while in school

@Willyd2758

Ай бұрын

@@Tlopez0 how long are you in school for?

@Tlopez0

Ай бұрын

@@Willyd2758 2 years

Have you worked on small planes, large planes, or both? In relation to that, what are your opinions on how working on either is? Thanks for the info!

@brycebuildsit

5 күн бұрын

I've always worked the little birds. I have done plenty of cabin class private aircraft to like a king air, cessna conquest. I love working on everything it's just the little ones I am best at grinding out

@inciterate

5 күн бұрын

I appreciate the quick response! I’m working towards getting my A&P. I’m not sure if it’s for me, but I’m already one year into my training. If you don’t mind me asking, were you making much money before you got your IA? I’d love to hear a realistic rough estimate of how much you were making a year with just an A&P cert. Thanks man, great videos!

hello, im currently an automotive tech but looking to transition to aviation mechanic. i recently learned about Spartan Aviation College, do you know if that's a legitimate pathway to gain a viable career? thanks for the cool vids

@brycebuildsit

10 ай бұрын

They are certified 147, I don't know much about them. I've honestly only ever seen their commercials, and they also aren't located in texas.

@backyardfilmsters

10 ай бұрын

Hey what’s up! I graduated from spartan last year on February. The school I cool and all but it’s pretty expensive. You can try to go to a community college for the same education and a lot cheaper

@Tlopez0

9 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I’m doing. I like the automotive field but it’s so much stress and not the best pay.

So whats better NDI inspector or A&Ps, like who's higher between those 2?

@brycebuildsit

11 ай бұрын

I mean in my opinion. NDI is allot more specialized and has a higher earnings potential. Allot of times the NDI guys don't actually do any work on the aircraft. A&P's have everything taken apart and cleaned so all the NDI person has to do is the actual inspection

I’ve been a GA pilot (10 years) / aircraft mechanic 4 years and no one has ever offered up any keys 😅

@brycebuildsit

9 ай бұрын

There is usually a quid pro quo involved, like, cut me a deal on my annual kinda thing. Or I'll trade you flight hours for maintenance labor. I'll be honest, though, I've only ever had 2 owners like that most don't want anyone flying their plane

Do you know how many chances you have to take a written test ?

@brycebuildsit

Жыл бұрын

As many chances as you need you just have to wait 30 days or get signed off with some retraining to go sooner. The retraining must be done by someone holding an A&P

Find a good airline, 60+ an hour plus benefits

@brycebuildsit

Ай бұрын

The flight benefits alone make it worth it.

Hello sir I am an aircraft mechanic in India but like to have an opportunity in the US in any MRO. I know I would need an A&P mechanic licence for which I already have 6 years of experience on Boeing wide bodies like b777-300er/200lr,b787-8, b747-400. Please sir could guide me. It would be a great help to achieve my dream.

@brycebuildsit

9 ай бұрын

You should be eligible under the provisions of part 65, I would probably start by speaking to your lead and then to an Airworthiness Inspector at the FSDO. At that point it's just self study for the tes

@janvanenk4374

9 ай бұрын

There are more ways to achieve your dreams. Your dream may be a little difficult, for an opportunity in the US, you will not only need your license but also a work visa. If you have an EASA part 66, KLM is hiring at MIA and SFO, which could be a first step for you, you will qualify with your experience.

is 31 years old too old to go to school for this and pursue this field?

@brycebuildsit

Жыл бұрын

Never too old if it's what you want to do. Some of the best mechanics I have worked with started in their mid to late 30's

@matthewshaw1850

Жыл бұрын

I have a classmate that spent about 30 years in the military working on helicopters and is in his 50s now and he just received his A&P and was just hired by the school to teach

@brycebuildsit

Жыл бұрын

One of our instructors is similar he was Air Force and a C5 avionics tech got his A&P 3 years ago and now teaches with us. He's 45

@jessejamesrogerstricklin2835

11 ай бұрын

I go to school with someone 47 and I am 19. Go for it

@MentionDav3

10 ай бұрын

I spent 7 years in the Army as an IT Specialist. Wasn’t feeling the career path anymore and I’m now 30 in the Part 147 AMT course. I’m the OG in the class 😂 but going to school for this is a challenge that has been worth it so far. The aviation world is a big boy world, no games, just work and see the results of your work. It’s really fun and there’s so many things to get your hands on. A lot of Vets in this field so have thick skin because the jokes hit hard and we are really straight forward. You are not too old, 3 of my instructors went to school at or around 30-34. If anything they want to help you the most because you’re maturity level is what they want, you just have to show you’re a hard worker and have common sense. Hands down THE best decision I ever made in my life. Last thing: Be On Time! Nothing worse than having to wait on a classmate for a project and it will translate into the field. The younger guys in our class are having to learn this

Are you a Christian? I am a Christian thinking of getting my A&P.

@brycebuildsit

17 күн бұрын

I am, don't really make a thing out of it but I do wear my cross.

Never ever get a job as ame.