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By Andy Vevers 19 Jun 2023 7 min read

The top 10 skills needed to become an Aircraft Mechanic

Aircraft Mechanics play a critical role in maintaining the airworthiness, safety, and reliability of aircraft. Through their technical expertise, attention to detail, and adherence to regulations, the...

By Andy Vevers 16 Jun 2023 6 min read

My journey to an Aircraft Maintenance Technician so far!

Recently, we spoke to Corina Rivera, a Aircraft Maintenaince Technician from Ecuador. She talks about how her aviation journey began, where it has taken her and also the challenges that she has faced...

By Andy Vevers 12 Jun 2023 6 min read

A Day in the Life of an Aircraft Engineer: Behind the Wings of Innovation

The world of aviation is a testament to human ingenuity, with aircraft constantly pushing the boundaries of technological advancement. At the forefront of this remarkable industry are aircraft enginee...

Aviation engineers working on an airplane

By Jennifer Cairns 04 May 2023 5 min read

What kind of engineering roles are there in aviation?

The aviation industry is one of the most exciting and challenging fields in the world (in our humble opinion). With thousands of flights taking off and landing every day, it's no wonder that en...

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By Laura Cronin 03 Apr 2023 6 min read

My career path so far as an A Licensed Engineer

We recently spoke to Rachel Holmes, EASA/CAA Cat A Licensed Engineer at Storm Aviation, about her journey into engineering, what she loves most about working in aircraft maintenance, and her care...

Yi Juang, Avionics Engineer and colleagues sit on an aircraft wing

By Laura Cronin 29 Mar 2023 6 min read

My early career as an Avionics Engineer

We recently spoke to Yi Juang, EASA Licensed B2 Avionics Engineer, about the early stages of her career so far in engineering, plus her future career goals and first-hand advice for aspiring engineers...

Bruno Silva, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, stands in front of an aircraft

By Laura Cronin 14 Mar 2023 4 min read

Navigating my early engineering career: Bruno's story

Bruno Silva works as an EASA Cat A Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at Ryanair Engineering Germany GmbH. He shares his career path into aviation, and how he navigated through the Covid pandemic whilst in...

Connor Rhodes, TUI Aircraft Engineering Apprentice

By Laura Cronin 21 Feb 2023 5 min read

Life as a first-year Aircraft Engineering Apprentice at TUI

We speak to Connor Rhodes, first-year Aircraft Engineering Apprentice at TUI, about what he's learned so far, what he's looking forward to learning in the rest of his apprenticeship, and what...

Joshua, Aircraft Engineering Apprentice stands in front of an aircraft

By Laura Cronin 25 Jan 2023 5 min read

My first year as an Aircraft Engineering Apprentice at Ryanair

We spoke to Joshua Price, Aircraft Engineering Apprentice at Ryanair, to learn more about what his experience has been like so far, and what advice he'd give to other engineers in the early s...

Conor, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, at work

By Laura Cronin 13 Jan 2023 4 min read

“Everyone around you is willing to help” - Life as an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at Aer Lingus

We recently spoke to Conor Hyland, Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at Aer Lingus. He explained what his role consists of, and his career advice for young engineers. What first made you dec...

Interviewer and candidate during a job interview

By Laura Cronin 10 Jan 2023 6 min read

Questions to ask your interviewer in an Engineering interview

An interview is one of the most important parts of a job selection process. However, it is not just an essential aspect for the employer in ensuring they find the right resource, but also for the pros...

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