With that said, now what about where we could get them?

For you guys who bought your own tools, where do you usually get them? Are there any favorite/good shops that you like to go? The best place for getting the best tools perhaps? Or just any DIY shops would do?

It's not until a year into miat that i finally understood how the aviation industry works. Especially the licensing part. DCA's LWTR, EASA licenses, FAA etc.

I think the process of obtaining LWTR and type-rating varies between each person.

Some can straight away sit for exam after finishing training course (given they already completed and submitted their work schedule) and get their LWTR (given they passed the exam on first attempt) and then get their type-rating (depend on how lucky you are I guess ).

And some may take longer, as they have to retake exams (if they fail first attempt). When they get LWTR, they may have to wait couple of years before getting their type-rating.

Aeronautical engineering is more towards the study of designing and/or manufacturing aircraft. For instance, if you're an aeronautical engineering degree holder, you may work for aircraft manufactures such as Airbus or Boeing etc. where you will be developing new aircraft designs or improving the ones that are already there.

Whereas in aircraft maintenance, it is where a group of people in a company (usually airlines) that will be responsible in maintaining the well-being of the aircraft that the company possesses i.e. change engine/lubrication oil, check tyre pressure etc. (a close example would be like the mechanics in a car service center). But unlike those car mechanics, aircraft maintenance personnel must have the appropriate approval or license in order to work on an aircraft. And these aircraft maintenance people will fix any problems on the aircraft with respect to the specifications and instructions drawn up by the aircraft’s manufacturer.

Aviation is a big field. I tried to dissect the difference between aeronautic and maintenance the best I could. I hope this helps a bit if not much. =)

Others who know better, feel free to add or comment.

This post has been edited by hirari: Mar 19 2009, 12:59 AM

Yes, MIAT do assist their students to make the LWTR. They even have LWTR classes for students who want to sit for the exam.

And even though MIAT is training their students to be LAMEs, it is not obligatory for the students to be one. So the students will always have options when they finish their diploma/degree courses, whether to go for license or pursuit something else.

If you meant the LWTR exam, then that goes without saying. lols

I’m so jealous of you guys. I’m still clueless on how to get my first set of tools. A beginner's tools set if i might say as I’m just staring out.

Ok let say that i have an empty toolbox that i want to fill. What basic tools that i should have/buy? Just for starters. Can you help list them down for me?

Thanks a lot. That is one helpful list. Now i got some idea on what to get.


Duly noted.

I thought MIAT would help you with OJT matters. Just write them a letter asking for permission to go do one in the semester break. You may request a place that you want to go or let them pick one for you.

lol If there’s one thing that I’ve learned is that whenever someone borrows you tools, make sure you go get it back before the day is over. Or else you may never see them again.

This post has been edited by hirari: Apr 5 2009, 02:35 AM

wth you doing here? go back to /k/. lol

Usually people don't say L.A.M.E. but rather A.M.E. or L.A.E.


Do LAMEs there still wear white shirts?

Question.

Is there any reference or description in the CAAIP regarding the inspection and maintenance practices on anti-icing/deicing system (thermal, fluid, pneumatic)?

Because i've been thru the CAP 562 but i can't seem to find anything specific about it.

Yup, found it. Thanks jazzy.

For a moment there i tot that CAIP and CAAIP are the same thing.

Gotta always keep ourselves in check in this line of business.

Care to share about that?

I guess that is exactly what he meant.

Maybe she just like you a lot.

Ah~ ARINCs. I remember how much headache those things gave me when i'm trying to figure them out.

But i only know the basics of ARINC 429 tho.

All i know about ARINC 629 is that it's the improved version of ARINC 429 and especially designed for B777.

I think MIAT’s EASA Part-66 program is like a postgraduate program. Because they (MIAT) only target those who already have their degrees or diplomas and wanting to pursue a career in maintenance.

And you won’t get LWTR from EASA. You’ll get an EASA license/approval. Only Malaysian DCA gives out LWTRs.

If you have EASA license, then you can go work in the EU i guess. You have to convert the license if you wanna stay working here tho.

I don't think our LWTR can be converted to EASA license.

At least EASA exams don't have orals.