Aircraft engine mechanics and repairers
South Africa Aircraft engine repairers and mechanics fit, service, repair and overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as airframes, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
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Tasks
- (a) fitting, examining, testing and servicing aircraft engines
- (b) replacing engine components or complete engines
- (c) examining and inspecting airframes and aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to detect wear, cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems
- (d) maintaining, repairing, overhauling, modifying and testing the aircraft's structure and mechanical and hydraulic systems
- (e) reading and interpreting manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
- (f) maintaining, repairing , and rebuilding aircraft structures, functional components, and parts such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, and seals
- (g) inspecting completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and the aircraft is ready for operation
- (h) maintaining repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance
- (i) installing and testing electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft
- (j) connecting components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters, and in-flight refueling systems
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