From a 39 year pilot at American Airlines, I Thankyou for ALL you guys do! You have never failed me!!!!

@StigAviation

6 ай бұрын

Thank you Captain. I appreciate you and your kind words. We will always keep you aircraft safe and airworthy 🫡

@michaelchan8915

5 ай бұрын

An extremely interesting video. Changing out brakes and tires on an aircraft in comparison to doing the same on automotive vehicles.

@carmelocali5074

5 ай бұрын

That is an awesome recognition! It takes a whole team to make every single flight go! All on the same team, and you’ll make it back to base as a team!

@jasonshrout8921

5 ай бұрын

What they tell you vs what they do. Trust but verify. This generation of A&P techs is t what it used to be. They are effing weak spirited.

From a guy that's worked at the front office of that very ship number at some point, thanks for all you do.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

it's interesting to watch the metal we all work on.. you seeing it from your perspective and me from mine... but we both know that we are a part of it.

@jayj6951

10 ай бұрын

Also worked in the front of that ship. Left hand seat

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

@@jayj6951 😉 captain … I bet you seen me on many gate calls at LAX 🤙 don’t be shy. Say hello

@braveworld2707

5 ай бұрын

*0A* is the best seat in the office. 👍👍

@michaeljohn8905

5 ай бұрын

And from one of the Students of (not these airplanes much smaller ) thank you for maintaining these and all types of aircraft and also from someone who works on them also (much smaller airframes ) your welcome 😂😂 I love flying em and I love fixing em.

As a retired airline captain I was always thankful for the maintenance I received from guys like you. It made my life easier and safer. Thanks for the job you guys do.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Captain. Much appreciated sir.

@oldmech619

5 ай бұрын

As a mech, I use to jump seat a lot. Enjoyed the ride. Great education. I had a M20e

Brother, I am just a private pilot with my commercial and IFR rating… your channel is going to the moon! Keep this content going! Not only does it help non aviation people feel safer that you are there on standby but for aviation people like myself, I love the background of everything! Seriously, from the bottom of my heart, good luck! I subscribed in the first minute, it’s only one, but… it will grow! Take care and thank you for keeping us all safe up there!!! Nothing but the best to you and your team.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words sir. It’s a pleasure to have you here and I’m very happy you are enjoying it. I got plenty of fun videos with lots of adventures in aircraft maintenance. If you see anything that you find interesting, don’t hesitate to ask questions. I’m always here to listen, teach and learn.

@Dave-pp1td

4 ай бұрын

You all are just as important as the pilots. Good work!

As an A320 Capt I find these kind of content very interesting. It's always good to know what's going on and how things work outside of our flight deck "bubble". Good job!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you captain. And it’s a pleasure to have you here.

As a flight attendant I always remember to thank the unseen people that make aviation safe for all of us,, and that's the ramp crew, the passengers don't see them, they see us flight attendants mainly, but the unsung heroes are the ramp crew. Thanks guys for keeping all of us safe.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

It’s our pleasure as mechanics to keep you safe in the sky. And thank you for all your hard work you do in that sky. I have seen flight attendants training… INTENSE..lack of a better word.

I have an irrational fear of flying. It is not stopping me from flying mind you but it can at times be stressful. Watching your channel, understanding the redundancies in place around, well, pretty much everything has really helped me. Knowledge is indeed power. Thank you.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for saying that and I’m very happy you enjoyed it and learned.

@mrmoosygoosy2500

7 ай бұрын

Flying is the safest way to travel statistically speaking. You are more likely to die driving to work than flying.

@NeroontheGoon

5 ай бұрын

It’s not irrational, that vertical component coupled with gravity will kill you deader than a doornail!😂😂😂

@zeroelus

5 ай бұрын

I hope you find good ways to manage those irrational thoughts. I had similar issues with heights, but it wasn’t until I started addressing general anxiety disorder that I noticed my fear of heights was greatly reduced. Stay strong!

I was aircraft mechanic for 22 years it was the most satisfying job I ever had. Then my health got in the way and ended my career but I miss it every day the bond you develop with your fellow mechanics can't be explained the road trips to retrieve broken plane at outstation and sometimes have to spend the night at the hotel where the crew stays also and get lucky with the flight attendant that likes to go out on the town of course it helps when you're not the first flight in the morning.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

I bet you got some good stories. And you are right. The bond you create with coworkers is amazing. You become like family.

@thelaxlair6727

5 ай бұрын

Any advice for getting into this work? I do maintenance at Amazon rn.

Great work Stig. A lot to deal with but you sorted it really thoroughly. Thanks for the video of “things we rarely see”!

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for being here and enjoying

These videos are perfect; not too dumbed down, and not too complex in vocabulary. Great content! Makes me regret not going after my A&P license

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Mark Thank you for being here

Aircraft Mechanics are painfully under paid for the amount of professional and personal liability they undertake in their job.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Many are very underpaid but for me, I’m very satisfied with my pay and I have no complaints.

@JordieG8

5 ай бұрын

@@StigAviation glad to hear!

@NicholasRiviera-Dr

3 ай бұрын

They are also under appreciated. Most of the general public, including their bosses, don’t understand what they do

I got to go into the cockpit of this bird a few weeks ago. First cockpit I have ever been in, got to sit in the captain’s seat and everything. It’s an honor that you worked on the very bird I got to fly in. N400AN is a very nice airplane!

@StigAviation

6 ай бұрын

I’m so happy you got to enjoy that and experience that Alex, fun fact, aircraft 400 is the very first 321 Neo we got for delivery

@Alex8290

6 ай бұрын

@@StigAviation Ha, that’s so cool!

Good to know indigent, passionate, and hardworking guys like you are still fixing aircraft... for now.

@StigAviation

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words Jordan

Amazing Video! Interesting to see 2 wheel tie bolts shearing together. We typically check to see if the right procedure(s) were used during wheel assembly (i.e. bolts tightened in a criss-cross pattern. Otherwise you run the risk of few tie bolts in a severely stressed condition). Checking to see the number of hubs and NDT inspection the bolts have gone through is also helpful in identifying if the probable cause is indeed the bolts. If wheel assembly procedures and time on the bolts are noted to be satisfactory, we may look somewhere else.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

This was quite interesting...and we were all a bit puzzled... but regardless of that we were happy to get it all fixed... we also submitted a safety report to the overhaul facility to see why this happened... hopefully this was just a fluke.

I am VERY happy and pleased I discovered this channel! I would not let it go!!! Congrats for a great job!!!

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Thank you for being here

Having 39 years of experience in automotive Ive worked on nearly every except airplanes and trains, I think this is very interesting and a very well put together video. I’ve seen some other ones you have they’re all great thank you for sharing it.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for being here and enjoying it. I appreciate it.

"Why am I showing you this" cuz your awesome?, that's why . I can tell by your commentary you take pride in your work, work ethics, and quality of work. Great Video. Thank you.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I appreciate your kind words.

Thank you for doing what you do and taking so much pride. You keep the skies safer each day! And your transparency and education are very valuable!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

It’s my pleasure Sir. Thank you for being here Jeff

In Ops, I've seen you guys come out to many emergency aircraft that can no longer taxi and change the tire on the rwy. Amazing watching you guys from the comfort of my Tahoe...in August...in Houston. Great job. Thanks for describing the "stuff" we find on the rwy during our inspections.

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

We try to do as much as we possibly can to help. And I have gotten quite interesting photos from some of my friends at LAX ops asking me what that part is.

Awesome video! I find it very interesting to see what goes on behind the scenes. As always keep up the great videos! Cheers!

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Dude, that was freaking awesome. Incredible job for you and all those involved.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thanks a ton! I appreciate it

Just started my 2 year A&P training and these videos are so fun to watch, it's a cool look inside to what I'll be getting myself into, thanks !

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Keep up the good studies, you’re gonna do great. I’m glad this is helping you. Don’t hesitate to ask questions. I’m here to help.

It always amazes me that people can be nervous of a defect on a plane which is throughout checked at regular intervals, yet there are people driving around in no inspection states. Great work as always man! Thank you for keeping us all safe.

@StigAviation

3 ай бұрын

You make gray point there. Thank you very much.

Mr Stig. I know you know, that one of the most important tasks you do, after the inspection and before fixing, is to accurately diagnose the problem. It's very evident by your videos. Congrats to you and your crew.

@StigAviation

22 күн бұрын

Definitely important knowing how to read and interpret manuals to diagnose the issues correctly

As a passenger and a (GA) pilot, I thought this was an outstanding explanation. Thank you. Love your enthusiasm for the problem solving and safety aspect.

@StigAviation

16 күн бұрын

Thank you Scott. Much appreciated. And thank you for being here and watching

I love watching how intricate commercial jets are. It’s fascinating and please keep making these videos.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Will do. Thank you

Good video that I forwarded to a young neighbor thinking of a career as an airline A&P. I hope he is inspired and gets to work for a big airline in a couple of years. Stuff happens; lucky there wasn’t any damage to the axle.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

I hope your neighbor enjoys it, let me know if they have questions about it.

Thank you for your professionalism and dedication to safety. You folks are essential!!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. I appreciate you

Great video stig, cool to see how much vigilance there Is amongst you guys. Give me real confidence to fly thank you Stig

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words... i truly do appreciate it.

@chrisnicholls8636

10 ай бұрын

You and your colleagues do a great job, keep the videos coming stig

Excellent Job Stig!! - Quality Work!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

I appreciate that

Love how you kept your colleagues safe!

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

They are my friends and colleagues and incredible mechanics. Safety is priority number one

This was a fantastic walk-through! Thanks for going to the trouble to document and share! ❤ Bravo! 👍

@StigAviation

3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching Duncan.

It amazes me the technical intricacy of those machines, yet those guys make it look so easy. Thank you for sharing....

@StigAviation

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching. And in reality it’s not that hard to work on. We have really detailed manuals we follow. It’s genuinely step by step instructions. It’s a fun job

Great video as always thanks for showing these types of random occurrences.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

My pleasure! Thank you for watching

Great video! What an unusual string of events; tie bolt failure, brake damage and subsequent tyre damage, nice works guys!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

We were all very happy to catch it before any further damage. It all worked out.

I’m currently working right next door to Gatwick airport, I’m a mechanic I’m repairing the airport vehicles. Never get bored of that thundering sound as they take off. Very interesting to see that description of your repair.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

I’m very happy you’re enjoying it Peter. Thank you for being here sir.

Your videos are invaluable for aviation. Passengers then feel safe. Good Job. You and your colleagues cannot be seen. It's good that you're there. ❤

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I appreciate you watching.

Thanks for taking the time to make these informative vidz 👊

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

Appreciate the whole video, excellent work! Thanks for keeping us safe and helping us get where we need to

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

It’s my absolute pleasure, thank you for being here and watching

As a Supply Technician...i know the amount of pressure on you guys...i do respect all the Efforts and works on that...such an important part of Flying.... Thank you 👏🏻 💐 🇸🇦💯👍🏻🌴

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I really appreciate you saying that. Thank you for being here.

From a layman who loves planes and aviation,that was excellent.just found your channel.👍

@StigAviation

6 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard! And thank you for being here and enjoying it.

I am not a mechanic, but you explained this so well, I understood this! Thank you for your video.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

I’m very happy it was all understandable Vicky. Thank you for watching

This takes me back to a long time a go... working in the wheels and brakes overhaul shop at Schreiner at Maastricht airport. Good times! Mostly Dash 8, ATR 42/72, Embraer 120 and F27 F50 stuff, but we did get to put an AN124 back into service wich had been impounded at Maastricht and had stood on the side of the ramp for several years wich was pretty cool for a 24 year old me.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Hold onto those good memories, sometimes we get to see something amazing, and it stays with us for a long time

You forgot to ask the fan “Why are you so loud?!” Which is becoming one of your signature sayings. 😂 In all seriousness, great explanation and video.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Love that! lol that fan is so darn LOUD lol

Wow you just brought back memories for me when I worked at the ATL Hartsfield Airport. Great work!

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

Thank you Jude. I’m glad I brought back fond memories.

i had zero interest in this industry, until i asked a friend of a friend what was he doing, newly joined aircraft trainee technician and shared your vids and the contents in this channel, is priceless. surprised all these aren't restricted stuffs.

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

I’m glad you and your friend enjoyed it. And there’s no restrictions here, this is commercial aviation. There are no secrets here.

Just got hired on at American Airlines here in Charlotte.,NC and in school to get my A&P your video's are great

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thats Awesome, Congratulations... keep up the good studies... don't hesitate to ask questions... i'm here to help

@williamcook4315

10 ай бұрын

@StigAviation Thanks really appreciate it. Done with my general classes so gone take that test soon. Going into Airframe or PowerPlate next. Any tips on the general test?

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

@@williamcook4315 word association for passing the written tests. Remember the basics for the O&P

@williamcook4315

10 ай бұрын

@@StigAviation Appreciate

Great job. With people like you we can travel safely. Thank you.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words

Great job with the video and the commentary! We pilots feel safer with you guys doing the hardest work ensuring our safety on the ground and in the air! Keep up the good work and thank you 😊😊😊

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Many thanks Captain 🫡

Thanks for this very informative video on the A321 tire/wheel/brake assembly. As well as explaining the failure and redundancy

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it

Much respect for those who design, engineer, fly AND maintain aircraft. Great video!!

@StigAviation

3 ай бұрын

Many thanks

Amazing Story. Thank you for sharing this!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

My pleasure Dave

Thanks for keeping us safe

@StigAviation

7 ай бұрын

It’s my pleasure. Thank you for watching.

Very educational. Excellent narration. I subscribed.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I appreciate you being here

All your videos are great Stig!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Many thanks 🙏

Very interesting. There's so many parts and knowledge that goes into these planes for them to be safe. Thank you for showing us, and your work.

@StigAviation

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thank you for watching

Awesome channel! Thank you so much for your hard work and keeping us safe out there!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

It’s my pleasure and thank you for being here

Very well explained and a thorough job. Top work. Thankyou

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much Steve. I appreciate you being here and watching.

Gracias los aficionados al mantenimiento agradecemos tener estos vídeos para los momentos en que no hay un colega

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much.

Thanks for this knowledge sir. Great

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

So nice of you

Thank you for these videos I’ve been doing a/c maintenance for 2 years and I’m more comfortable with narrow bodies specifically airbus.. but I’m not to familiar with widebodys your videos have helped me a lot

@StigAviation

9 ай бұрын

I’m glad it’s helpful and don’t be intimidated by the wide body bird. Just takes time to learn them and you’ll need a ladder 😅. But overall the wide body aircraft are generally easier to work on.

Hopefully AirBus has a notification requirement to notify trends in failures? Great job!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Indeed they do, and it’s more to the wheel assembly manufacturers than to Airbus. But yes They were notified with a safety report from us.

Magnificent work. Great job! Cheers.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

From Ontario, Canada, thanks for the video, very interesting and informative!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching

As always great job ...

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Good stuff guys! Thank you this informative vid and of course your dedication to air safety!!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Rob, I appreciate you being here and watching

Thank you so much for the helpful instructions. I’ll be changing the brakes on my 747 when the parts come in

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Awesome. Good luck and make sure to be safe. Even tho this video was on an Airbus. I’m sure you’ll figure it out 🙃.

I'm on the 320 series, and THANK YOU for a great job. I trust my life to our mx men and women.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

We fix You Fly. 🤙 I appreciate you being here, thank you for watching.

Pretty cool you can test drive it. I would have figured you'd ride along while a pilot does a lap.

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

We have the qualifications to taxi.. until i'm satisfied with the aircraft and its safety..only then i'll let the pilot have the aircraft

Nice work! 💪🏽

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙌

wow so cool! I'm left speechless! thank you to you and all aircraft maintenance techs.. amazing job! thank you for your services! very fascinating to watch! thank you for letting us watch what happens on your day!

@StigAviation

2 ай бұрын

It’s my pleasure!

I remember in a later video, you dealt with a flat tire due to a valve core that failed in the stem, while a rare occurrence, it has been known to happen, I've changed out many myself. But I was not prepared to see the damage done to this wheel and break assembly, as well as the blown out tire on this one, wow! Hear I was asking myself, what caused this unfortunate disintegration? So it was a tie bolt in the split rim design, dang! I agree, whole new wheel assembly, break assembly, and tire required for this one! 200-PSI? Dang, thats a lot of pressure in those tires! Funny how the break pistons sound like cranking over an engine. I love how you give all those hearts of love. 💓 I've watched so many of your video's, and am learning so much. You have massively improved your video production in the modern stuff though, and everytime I have a question, you seem to answer it in an older video, so I don't have to ask lol. I know, your awesome.

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

I’m glad it’s working out well, and I am trying to do better every video and try to include as much information as possible.

@stellarproductions8888

4 ай бұрын

@@StigAviation From my heart to yours, I appreciate it. 😃

Hay Stig I notice that you do not bleed brakes after changing brakes I am a retired TWA mechanic working powerplant at LAX, I want to thank you for what you are doing for all the hard working and dedicated A & P's keep up the great work you are doing TWASMUDGE

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

How are you brother, and just want you to know that we did bleed the brake I just did not get the chance to get it on film. By the way, I still work with some of the TWA mechanics that are still here. Some of the best mechanics I’ve ever worked with.

Very interesting, indeed! This is one of the best marketing tools American has, and it comes from those making things safe and ready. Love the pride you have in your work!

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Edward, although I do not represent my carrier, I do like to showcase aircraft, maintenance and the pride we take in safety.

The aircraft is a machine!!!, wow you learn something new everyday

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

👍 glad you enjoyed it.

Very informative. Love the video.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Many thanks 🙏

Nice VID, I like your detailed explanation.

@StigAviation

2 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching Mat

I've done many of the R&R tires and brakes even landing grear R&R on the MD-10/KC-10's. Job well done! 👍✈️

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Henry, you know that’s the one aircraft that I never got to work on. The MD10/MD11s. But I always admired them from a distance.

Outstanding video brother! 💛

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you Glen. Much appreciated

Just began AMT training this week, hope to be over at mainline with ya'll fixing stuff in the future. Gotta put some more time in with PSA first after I'm certified, but I'm excited to work on stuff like in your videos! Going from flying and breaking CRJs, to fixing them. 😅

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

You’ll love it. Wishing you all the best.

Pictures worth a million dollars...CYA, personal safety and team safety first... Great job... hope your being paid well

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you. And yes I am. It’s an amazing job.

Did this many times, but am finally retired from the airline business. The planes can fly themselves but they can't fix themselves, it's the grease & oil stained mechanic that plays a very major part in keeping them airborne. FLY NAVY!!!

@StigAviation

8 ай бұрын

You said it perfectly sir. And thank you for your service 🫡 Navy all the way 🤙

One of the coolest jobs going. Very interesting video.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I’m amazed you do all that work at the gate.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

It’s absolutely fantastic job, so much fun

Man you have my respect. Great job.

@StigAviation

4 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! Thank you for watching

Awesome! Keep em' flying...

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Absolutely 🫡. Safety always first and keep the souls on board secure.

Good eye my dude! Really enjoy this kinda content

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much sir, I appreciate that. Thank you for being here and enjoying it.

I learned something today thank you very much you explained it perfectly I don't know what darn thing about aircraft but now I know a little bit more than I ever did

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

I am very happy you enjoyed it

I love your job!

@StigAviation

2 ай бұрын

Me too

Another great video, Stig!!!! How about a visit to stores?

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Maybe one day! i would need to ask permission for that.

Subscribed after watching the first minute of the first video I’m watching from your channel 😎

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Glad you are enjoying it. Thank you for being here.

I learn something new everyday 👍🏻….thanks for sharing 👏🏻👏🏻

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

My pleasure 👍

I thought this was an amazing explanation...thanks!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it

Great video!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much John.

Interesting video. Learned a lot.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I appreciate you watching.

Looking at that wheel I can only imagine how hot it got. Good job!

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Pretty darn hot. Couldn’t even touch it for a while

Awesome video and education!

@StigAviation

7 ай бұрын

Thank you very much Ron.

Very informative, quick diagnosis of sheared wheel rim bolts that wrecked the brake pack and cooling fan disc housing. No toys chucked out the pram, just fit the new wheel tyre , brake pack and cooling fan disc housing. Regarding the noisy fan ,it is no noisier than the radiator cooling fan on a Scania Slug bus.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, I appreciate you watching.

@basiltaylor8910

5 ай бұрын

Yes, the methodical way of changing damaged undercarriage parts not too fast even though the aeroplane is parked at the gate and not earning, safety comes first. @@StigAviation

Greetings from Aircraft Braking Systems, Akron, OH.

@StigAviation

5 ай бұрын

Greetings to you as well. 👍

Good job, I enjoyed it very much

@StigAviation

10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it