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Aviation is one of the rapidly-evolving industries in the world, and behind this development lies the aircraft mechanic whose job is to keep the airplanes flying safely and in a workable condition. In the absence of these aviation experts, the airlines, private planes and even military would not be in a position to fly.
The occupation of Aircraft Mechanic is slowly becoming recognised in Pakistan, primarily because of the number of airlines and maintenance shops in the country are on the increase as well as number of jobs abroad. In this blog post, the career scope, the scope of responsibilities, skills, education, and salaries, and potential challenge and prospects of becoming an aircraft mechanic, both in Pakistan and abroad, are discussed.
An Aircraft Mechanic is an experienced technician specialized in checking, repairing and maintaining aircrafts to keep them air worthy. Their area of concern is engines, electronics, hydraulics and air giants. Their contribution is very essential due to the fact that a minimal technical fault in an aircraft can endanger the lives of hundreds of people.
Simply stated; a qualified aircraft mechanic cannot inspect and approve an aircraft to fly safely.
Aircraft mechanics are not mere background workers, they are the pillars of the safety of the aircraft. Their activities also result in the landing and takeoff of flights without accidents or mechanisms failure.
The role of mechanics cannot be underestimated in Pakistan, where the air companies operate such like PIA, Airblue, SereneAir, Fly Jinnah, and so on. In addition, other foreign airlines that use Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad also need well trained maintenance labor.
Safety in the air: Aviation: No plane can take off without the approval of mechanics.
Preservation of the assets of the nation: Planes are not cheap, but with good maintenance there are no losses.
Encouragement to the aviation industry: As the flights increase, more trained mechanics will be needed.
Employment opportunities: All the options available to mechanics include job opportunities in the airlines, defense, airports, and international markets.
Aircraft mechanics also have diverse activities, which depend on their sphere of specialization. They are involved in:
Carrying out walk around checks prior and after flights.
Inspecting the wear and tear, crack or leakages in the body.
Inspecting that safety equipment is in working condition.
Correction of engine malfunctions, elimination of broken parts of the motor and repair of hydraulic systems.
Testing of electronic systems, such as navigation system, communication system, and autopilot.
Repairing engines and adopting safety regulation.
Entering maintenance tasks of logs in aircrafts.
Creating reports about problems to be passed to supervisors or engineers.
Obtaining and following checklists and updating technical logs.
In accordance with the regulations of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Wearing of safety equipments and standard operating procedure.
Availability of aircraft that fulfill standards of airworthiness certification.
Engaging pilots, engineers and supervisors.
Training junior mechanics and apprentice.
Securing a smooth process in times of emergency.
An aircraft mechanic needs to possess both a technical and soft skills to be a successful mechanic:
Expert knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
Troubleshooting capability to uncover error to fix it.
Carefulness towards detail so that there would be no safety considerations that are ignored.
Minor computer skills in recording data.
Skills in communicating with pilots and engineers.
A physical ability to work with heavy equipment and perform long employment hours.
To be an aircraft mechanic in Pakistan, the criteria could be different in the case of joining the civil aviation or the defense sector.
Matric (Science) having technical capabilities.
Intermediate (FSc Pre-Engineering) is preferred.
Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in Mechanical, Electrical or Avionics.
Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) approved Aviation maintenance technologist (AME).
First-aid and safety training.
Aviation technology training at trades such as:
Karachi, PIA training center
Training Institutions of Civil Aviation
Air Force Technical Institutes
An aircraft mechanic earns a salary that is determined by the experience, the employer and location.
Government/ PIA Sector: Pak rupee 50 to120 thousand per month.
Private Airlines: Rs: 60,000 to 150,000 per month.
Jobs International (Middle East/Gulf): PKR 200,000 to 400,000 and above.
Workplace safety government and military.
Discounted and/or free airline tickets.
Medical and health insurance.
Retirement benefits.
Global experience and professional development.
Aircraft mechanics enter in junior positions as mechanics to various other higher positions:
Aircraft Mechanic
Senior Mechanic
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)
Supervisor
Maintenance Manager
Commercial Airlines (PIA, Airblue, SereneAir).
Cargo Airlines.
Pakistan Navy Aviation and Pakistan Air Force.
International Airlines (Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines).
Jet maintenance Services.
Besides being rewarding, there are some challenges that are associated with this career:
Extended working hours including those working at night.
Great responsibility even a minor lapse may bring accidents.
Tight deadlines.
Excruciating labour conditions (heat, noise, exposure to fuels).
Requirements of continual learning prompted by the changing aviation technology.
JIN, Jinnah International Airport Head Office.
Local air companies and freights.
Workshops in defense aviation.
Allama Iqbal International Airport.
Expanding maintenance centers in the airline industry.
Islamabad International Airport.
State supported airplanes.
Local airports that need more and more skilled personnel.
Search in the newspaper and on the websites of airlines and portal sites to employment.
Apply with CNIC, educational documents and CV.
Pass aviation knowledge and safety technical examinations.
Meet the interviews to evaluate the communication and practices.
Full training prior to actual placement in the job.
Q1: What does aircraft mechanic do?
A: They repair, check and maintain the airplanes to make them safe and efficiently run.
Q2: What training should be authorized?
A: Minimum Matric with technical training however DAE or Aircraft Maintenance Engineering would be preferable.
Q3: What is the salary an aircraft mechanic can earn?
A: In Pakistan, PKR 50,000 – 150,000 per month; overseas PKR 400,000.
Q4: Do new graduates qualify?
A: Un doubtfully, but they must have technical training or apprenticeship.
Q5: Will this be a safe career choice?
A: Yes, however, it needs to be done with some strict safety regulations and training.
Q6: What is the future of this profession?
A: Quite high since the Pakistan and the global aviation industries are expanding.
One of the careers you can enjoy is the Aircraft Mechanic career or a career of responsibility, growth and prestige. Skilled mechanical workers are required in Pakistan as the airline, airports and aviation industries continue to grow. Though the job is demanding and challenging, it comes with such perks as good salaries, global opportunities and long-term career security.
In case you are interested in machines, safety, and the aviation segment, this career choice may prove the best one. Proper training, commitment, and diligence will help an aircraft mechanic become an internationally recognized professional that helps in the quest of safe skies.
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