Cancelled for Maintenance
A behind-the-scenes look into the gritty, non-glamorous hate-fueled life of the aircraft maintainer.
2022-08-26 15:00:00
Mother Nature's South Paw
The weather can be very unpredictable and catch you off guard. In this episode, we take a look at how the weather took a turn for the worse and caught Norfolk, VA very off guard, damaging nine military helicopters in the process. At the time of this recording, the incident investigation is still ongoing, but what can be done about the weather and is it more costly to lean on the side of caution?
Want to read the article we used on this episode? Visit: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/strong-thunderstorms-impact-hampton-roads-parts-of-obx-tuesday/
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2022-08-26 15:00:00
A Bonus Episode With Some Announcements!
It's been a while since we've done a bonus episode, and it's been almost 2 years since we've been podcasting. We owe all of it to you, our supporters and listeners, for helping us continue to make content for you! Today we talk about the 2nd Annual Veteran Podcast Awards and some new projects that will be hitting soon on our Patreon and other platforms!
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2022-08-19 15:00:00
Theory of Knowledge
Today, we're diving a little bit into the Quality Assurance realm. We go into the continuous improvement process, what goes into preventative action and the biases of ignoring objective evidence because they may not exactly align with your current beliefs or agenda. This theory of knowledge was coined and best made famous by W. Edwards Deming, an engineer and statistician, who is responsible for most of the quality assurance concepts we practice today.
Want to read the article we used on this episode? Visit: https://deming.org/theory-of-knowledge/
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2022-08-12 15:00:00
Standardize the Industry continued
In our last episode, we talked about the age-old question of whether aircraft mechanics/aircraft maintenance technicians were skilled or unskilled. After citing an article published by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, it’s been highlighted, at least to us, that AMTs/AMEs are in fact considered skilled labor, but it also showed some of the convoluted ways our professional occupation is coded. Today, we’re going to take a dive and see what some of the codes are, what they say about their occupation, and talk about some of the numbers they project for that occupation, if any.
To learn more about SOCs, visit www.bls.gov or www.onetonline.org
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2022-08-05 15:00:00
Standardize the Industry
You’ve heard us mentioning on many episodes that aircraft mechanics here in the US are labeled as “unskilled labor”. We have had so many questions about that, so we’ve decided to do an episode about exploring why that is. This article we are citing comes from the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association and from various other organizations which are diligently trying to dispel the misconceptions of aircraft mechanics and technicians.
**What do you think could help standardize our occupations and industry? Let us know in our social medias or email us at cancelledformaintenance@gmail.com**
Want to read the article we used on this episode? Visit: https://www.amfanational.org/?zone=/unionactive/view_page.cfm&page=About20AMFA
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2022-07-22 15:00:00
Drone Delivery
In a recent article, a company called Zipline, became the first company to become certified by the FAA to operate drones as a small air carrier. Drones are becoming increasingly common in today’s world, from hobbies to commercial use. Today, we discuss the abilities of air carrier drones and what could the future of unmanned aerial vehicles be.
**What do you think is the future of unmanned aerial vehicles? Where do you see this going in the next 20 years? Let us know in our social medias or email us at cancelledformaintenance@gmail.com**
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2022-07-15 15:00:00
How Bad Is Your Boss?
It is no secret that there are some terrible bosses and employers out there. This has become more noticeable during the pandemic. Today we look at 20 instances of bosses/employers being the absolute worst to their employees.
**Do you have a terrible boss story? Send us your reaction or story to our social media outlets or our email, we would love to hear from you! **
Check out these examples yourself at- https://www.buzzfeed.com/hannahmarder/awful-things-employers-are-doing?d_id=3675753&ref=bffbbuzzfeedvideo&utm_source=dynamic&utm_campaign=bffbbuzzfeedvideo
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2022-07-08 15:00:00
A Flight Path Production ft. Kathryn Vinclaire
We have been advocates for a fair and equal work force, where people be rated fairly based on their skills and abilities. Sadly, in the aviation industry, there is a huge disparity for women, with some fields in aviation encompassing less 5% of women. Today, we are joined with Kathryn Vinclaire, the founder of Flight Path Productions, who her and her production team are on a mission to help fix that disparity.
To find out more and/or help contribute to Flight Path Productions, visit:
www.flightpathproductions.com
Check out their Instagram at: flightpathproductions1
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2022-07-01 15:00:00
Plane Swaps & Souvenirs
On this episode, we're doing a follow up on the Red Bull plane swap stunt, which in some people's eyes, has gone terribly wrong. What were some of the issues and what are the expected ramifications because of the stunt? We also mention some listener reactions to "weird" souvenirs they have kept or come across as part of their job.
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2022-06-24 15:00:00
Calm, Cool, & Collected ft. Cassandra Hepp
Some of us believe we are too average to do remarkable things. These moments of self-doubt, coupled with a not-so endearing environment are a recipe to further hinder our potential. Today we are joined with Cassandra Hepp, a Canadian aircraft maintenance engineer (AME), and Elevate Aviation ambassador, where we talk about her experiences from having next to no mechanical knowledge to being the recipient of the Top AMT professional award at the 2022 Aerospace Maintenance Competition!
You can follow Cassandra on LinkedIn, and you can follow the various organizations we've mentioned on Instagram at:
Elevate Aviation- @elevateaviation
Hangar Queens- @hangar_queens
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2022-06-17 15:00:00
Virgins of Training
On May 6th, a Virgin Atlantic flight bound for New York from London was 40 minutes into their flight before having to turn back due to a “rostering issue” with the flight’s first officer. Many public comments chastise both the first officer and their lines for this egregious oversight, but was the “oops” a lack of awareness or was it the result of making ends meet on an already burnt-out system?
What do you think, should the first officer have taken extra steps before boarding the flight? What steps should be implemented to prevent this from happening again? Would extra steps making other operations more difficult?
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2022-06-10 15:00:00
Bye Bye Boom!
Today's episode is by a Patron request, what happened to a KC-10A's boom arm that caused it to detach from the aircraft? A KC-10A was performing routine refueling operations as part of a training mission, when its fuel boom arm loses functionality and detaches itself from the rest of the aircraft! What happened exactly with this scenario and what are some of the lessons we can learn from this mishap?
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2022-06-03 15:00:00
Calling out
Things happen outside of our control, sometimes it requires us to take a leave of absence. How exactly do you call out of work, and from both an employee and a manager's view point, how do you deal with it? Do you explain in detail what is going on? Should you come up with solutions to make up for your absence? Is your workplace toxic? There's a multitude of absolute reasons why you should/need to call out of work, be it health or personal reasons. What should team members and leaders do when there's an individual, or group of individuals who abuse the system?
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2022-05-27 15:00:00
Aircraft Maintenance Competition
The Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) is held annually in conjunction with Aviation Week Network’s MRO Americas. Teams representing educational institutions, commercial airlines, repair and manufacturing companies, general aviation and space compete in a wide range of events that will highlight their technical prowess in aviation maintenance to find out who's the best of the best. The competition is hosted by the Aerospace Maintenance Council, a non-profit organization that promotes and supports the aerospace maintenance community. Today, Six & MBP explore some of the rules and the events that go into the AMC and how aspiring mechanics (and some seasoned ones too) should visit the event and if possible, participate in one. Big shoutout to all the teams who participated in this year's AMC event including but not limited to: the all-women team from Elevate Aviation, American Airlines, United; the service members from the US Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, and the Royal Canadian Air Force; team members from various other airlines and MROs; and the student teams from various AMT schools across the US!
*For all the teams that participated or have participated in previous competitions, please let us know how the competition went, some of the ups and downs, and what you would recommend to anyone who's interested in participating in a future competition!*
Would like to learn more about the Aerospace Maintenance competition? Visit: https://www.aerospacecompetition.com/
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2022-05-20 15:00:00
Beating Exhaustion
Everyone is exhausted. People are coping with collective grief and trauma, especially due to COVID-19. Today, we discuss how leaders and people of influence need to foster healthy coping mechanisms and discourage unhealthy ones; help ward off common mistakes while under pressure; and don’t cause additional issues on top of what people are already dealing with.
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2022-05-13 15:00:00
I'm Not Polite, I'm Proactive
Being proactive can mitigate unforeseen risks and aid in optimizing tasks. However, proactivity can be a double-edged sword. Today, we explore how being proactive can actually hurt your productivity and how it can be seen as annoying and obnoxious!
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2022-05-06 15:00:00
The NTSB Investigative Process
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is an independent federal agency that investigates every civil aviation incident in the United States. The analyze probable cause to incidents and recommend safety actions to prevent mishaps from happening. It's fair to say when NTSB representatives show up on site, everyone's anxiety level goes up, especially if you are going to be an involved party during an investigation. We'll touch on the overall process the NTSB uses and what you as a mechanic should know and do about it.
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2022-04-29 15:00:00
Managing Micromanagers
We've talked a lot about bad leadership and its consequences. We've also mentioned how leaders can morph into the bad guy because of some toxic employees on their team. How though, do you provide assistance to your team without micromanaging them or come off as micromanaging them? Micromanagement has become a foul word in the workplace in every possible industry. Why is it such a bad word, and how do we prevent it?
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2022-04-22 15:00:00
I Beep, You Boop
We have made jokes in some of our previous episodes about having R2-D2 astromech robots to partner with us and perform aircraft maintenance. While having autonomous machines performing human-level maintenance may seem far away, there are robots in use today that aid in our performance upkeep tasks! From crawling spider bots to quad-copter hull scanners, future is fast becoming the now!
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https://www.prescouter.com/2019/12/emerging-technologies-in-aircraft-maintenance-robots-and-drones/
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2022-04-15 15:00:00
Tantalizing Terminals
What goes into an airport, why is it located where it’s at, and why are some airports nicer than others? Today we take a trip and explore 6 of the most luxurious airports in the world. What sets these airports above the rest and why you should make that part of your travel plans!
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2022-04-08 15:00:00
Aerobatic Plane Swaps
On April 24, 2022, Hulu will livestream the Red Bull “Plane Swap” stunt where two seasoned skydivers will set their planes on a 14,000 ft nose-dive, jump out of them, and then swap planes mid-dive. As amazing as this stunt will be, and we surely hope they are able to pull this off, the planning and execution of this stunt is no laughing matter. Today, we explore some of the steps it would take to pull off something like this, some of our views as mechanics, and we ask the question, “What comes after this?”
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https://variety.com/2022/digital/news/hulu-red-bull-plane-swap-livestream-1235206386/
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2022-04-01 15:00:00
Lively Aviation collab w/Leaders of Aviation podcast
Today, we are co-collaborating with the Leaders of Aviation Podcast, hosted by Jeff Lively! Jeff is a pilot and Apache helicopter mechanic who assists pilots, both aspiring and seasoned, in their training and provides tabbed copies of the FAR/AIM manual for easy reference and effective training. We discuss our backgrounds, the importance of aircraft technicians and pilot training, and the potential future in aviation. The Leaders of Aviation podcast interviews business owners and other aviation personnel to give them a voice and provide a glimpse into their world.
To learn more about Lively Aviation and the Leaders of Aviation Podcast visit:
Instagram- @livelyaviationtx (visit their Instagram shop for your own tabbed FAR/AIM manual!); @theleadersofaviation
The Leaders of Aviation Podcast can be found on all podcast listening platforms!
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2022-03-25 15:00:00
Oh Snap to Mishaps
In the aviation industry, some tasks feel very repetitive, tedious, convoluted, and even boring. These very mundane-seeming tasks lead us to get complacent and sometimes skip over their completion because of how superfluous they seem. When complacency sets in, that’s when mishaps occur. Today, we review two released incident reports from the US Air Force, as requested by some of our patrons, and explore how two seemingly mundane tasks can lead to millions of dollars in damage and almost resulted in loss of life. Some information have been oversimplified to preserve controlled information.
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2022-03-18 15:00:00
From Fox Hole to Flight Line
We’ve heard so many stories of successful people beginning with certain careers, then making drastically opposite career changes. Today, we are joined by Jessica Girard, a former infantry soldier turned aircraft jet mechanic, and now a professional writer! We’ll explore some key reasons why someone would make such a career change, what sort of challenges you may face when doing the change, and some inspiring reasons why you should!
To hear about Jessica’s story about what inspired some parts of her upcoming book, visit the Women With an Effed Up Mind Podcast at:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zrzA1pb8DyVfuD510xPpm?si=19kAZ51RQf2_0X0hw9LTZw&utm_source=copy-link
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2022-03-11 16:00:00
Winged Monstrosities
We have all seen our share of airframes that made us scratch our heads and ask, “who designed this thing?”. These airframes, however, have correctable flaws or tolerable flaws. For today’s episode, we explore an article by BBC which covers planes that were so poorly designed, they should have never made it off the drawing board. From nine-winged aircraft to aircraft with engines that rotate around the crankshaft, these hoopties are more than just lemons, they are design monstrosities.
**Do you know of other aircraft that should not have made it to production? Let us know your stories by emailing us or send us a message on our social media outlets!**
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https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20140522-are-these-the-worlds-worst-plane
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2022-03-04 16:00:00
Unpredictability
We continue our discussion about the FAA’s article about forecasting the next 20yrs of aviation. This of course is considering key assumptions and whether those assumptions hold true for that forecasting period. What are some of these assumptions and does planning for the future have negative impacts on the present?
**What do you think? Where do you foresee aviation in the next 20 years? Will we have all-electric airplanes? Will we have assistant robot mechanics? Let us know your thoughts by shooting us an email at cancelledformaintenance.com or send us a message on our social medias!**
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https://www.faa.gov/data_research/aviation/aerospace_forecasts/
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2022-02-25 16:00:00
Mechanic Mindset
How often do you hear some individuals say they do not want to perform certain tasks because it is boring, or it is beneath them? No one likes to do the paperwork or do the "not cool" stuff. For today's episode, we address a topic at a listener's request about what exactly is a good mindset for a mechanic to have.
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2022-02-18 16:00:00
Forecasts & Review
The aviation industry saw a massive reduction in all facets in 2020, like most other industries, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Recovery efforts have been slow due to the many shortages (i.e. aircraft technician specialists, revenue, parts and supplies, operational aircraft, and pilots) that the pandemic has caused. Mental health and technology has also seen a rise during these times. Today we review an article published by the FAA which snapshots a prediction of what the industry may look like from FY 2021 through FY 2041 which includes all sectors of aviation from commercial airliners to Unmanned systems.
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2022-02-11 16:00:00
Some Components Still Sold Separately
We continue our exploration on Component maintenance costs (CMC) with assistance by the article by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and dive into repair cycle cost, turnaround time, overhauls, and system obsolescence. Most aircraft mechanics only deal with the first chain of events regarding off wing support, however understanding how these processes work and we fit into it will not only help you appreciate the supply chain more, but how to better utilize it to fit your operational needs.
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2022-02-04 16:00:00
Bonus- Bloopers and Projects
For today's bonus episode, we reminisce about some bloopers we've done while starting an aviation podcast, explore some of our geekiness for comics and movies, go over some dos and do nots with podcasting, and some future projects we have in the works!
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2022-01-28 16:00:00
Some Components Sold Separately
Component maintenance costs (CMC) make up about 24% of an airline’s direct maintenance costs. Many factors contribute to the challenges of managing component costs and associated repair and overhaul. On this episode we explore an article by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and what are some ways we can track cost effectiveness and component maintenance management.
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2022-01-21 16:00:00
New Year, New Collab w/The Pilot's Pandemic Podcast
Sometimes you’re hurt and you don’t know it, other times you don’t feel hurt enough. We got together today with Emma and Maddie, the hosts of the Pilot’s Pandemic Podcast, and talk about some of the stigmas, barriers, and challenges we all face in the aviation industry. The Pilot’s Pandemic Podcast actively strives for mental health awareness and reform for pilots who are secretly (or not so secretly) struggling with internal/external pressures, and we together talk about some ways you can relieve that pressure.
To hear more about the Pilot's Pandemic Podcast and some of their petitions visit:
Instagram- @thepilotspandemic, @emneonicon, and @thefitaviatrix
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2022-01-14 16:00:00
"New Normal" Training
It has become very apparent since 2020, that online/distance training has become a new staple in our training requirements. The “Zoom Boom” has penetrated much of our daily lives from our children’s schooling to how we conduct meetings. With the aviation industry embracing online learning as an affordable solution, what are the positives and negatives for online training? Is there a right approach or is it just another “CYA”?
**We’d like to hear from you! Listen to the end of the episode and send us your response! We would love to share your responses on another episode!**
Want to read more about the article we used for this episode? Visit:
https://www.resourcegroup.co.uk/distance-learning-new-norm/uncategorised/
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2022-01-07 16:00:00
Say It With Your Chest!
We have all heard the saying, “if you see something, say something”, but is that truly the case? How often have you seen scenarios where speaking up about an issue or a concern are ground for punishment? This could be a sign of bad company culture. What causes this and how can it be changed?
**We’d like to hear from you! Listen to the end of the episode and send us your response! We would love to share your responses on another episode!**
Want to read more about the article we used for this episode? Visit:
https://hbr.org/2018/11/if-your-employees-arent-speaking-up-blame-company-culture
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2021-12-31 16:00:00
Let's do another Q&A
We received so many listener questions we needed to do a bonus episode to answer more of them! We love interacting with you and answering your questions on air. Have some more questions for us? Visit our website or our social media pages and send them our way!
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2021-12-24 16:00:00
Celebrating 25,000!
It's been an amazing journey and we can't thank you enough! Today, we celebrate another major milestone, reaching 25,000 downloads. We take a look back on some of the successes and challenges we had with the show and answer some listener questions which we've received through our various social media outlets.
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2021-12-17 16:00:00
Toxic Employees
In our previous episodes, we've discussed toxic environments and less than capable leadership. Sometimes however, the problem is the individual employee. What's the difference between a difficult employee and a toxic one? What should you do about a toxic employee?
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2021-12-10 16:00:00
Self-Medication
There is a large emphasis on aircrew (i.e. pilots, flight attendants, and so forth) performance, error, and medication use. For aircraft mechanics and ground technicians however, these lines are blurred, almost flagrantly ignored for the sake of continuous operations. When is it ok to self-medicate, what are some alternatives, and when would it pose a problem?
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2021-12-03 16:00:00
Holiday Traveling
Visiting family for the holidays is a major planning event we all look forward to (or don’t) all year. It’s needless to say, the pandemic has severely crippled our travel plans last year, but with every industry facing its own share of challenges since the pandemic, what sort of challenges do we (the travelers) face as we gear up for our trips? What are some things we can do to help prepare?
**Let us know in our social media outlets or by email, what travel recommendations you may have, some holiday recipes, and other holiday tips!**
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https://www.gao.gov/blog/what-could-holiday-travel-look-year
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2021-11-26 16:00:00
Earned Successes
We’ve all, at multiple points in time, have suffered from burn out and non-recognition for our work. What could be worse is having recognition be so impersonal or so common it loses its value. On this episode, we explore key factors of what should go into awarding someone for their work and recognize a few groups and individuals who have earned their successes.
**Do you know or have someone who's been a hard worker who deserves some recognition? Send a message to us at cancelledformaintenance@gmail.com and we'll do a name shoutout on the show!**
Do you want to read more about the articles we used for this episode? Visit:
40 under 40 award winners- https://www.aviationpros.com/aircraft/article/21239491/2021-amt-40-under-40-maintenance-professionals-award-winners
Awards article- https://hbr-org.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/hbr.org/amp/2021/03/research-a-little-recognition-can-provide-a-big-morale-boost?usqp=mq331AQKKAFQArABIIACAw%3D%3D&_js_v=a6&_gsa=1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&csi=0&share=https%3A%2F%2Fhbr.org%2F2021%2F03%2Fresearch-a-little-recognition-can-provide-a-big-morale-boost
SECDEF awards- https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/2821225/dod-announces-2021-secretary-of-defense-maintenance-awards-winners/
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2021-11-19 16:00:00
Blast from the Present
To say the pandemic has affected us and industries across the world would be an understatement. We’ve all been in one way, shape, or form been disrupted by COVID-19. Some industries had to shut down, some had to shut down for good, and some were lucky enough to operate but at a limited capacity. As industries slowly start to recover, aviation especially has some key challenges that it will need to navigate through. We take a look at a recent article of some of those new realities airlines face and possible solutions of how they could fix it.
Want to read more about the article we cited? Visit:
https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/travel-logistics-and-infrastructure/our-insights/back-to-the-future-airline-sector-poised-for-change-post-covid-19
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2021-11-12 16:00:00
Systemic Issues
In December of 2020, the National Commission on Military Aviation Safety published a report citing root causes to the thousands of military aviation mishaps. The five-year study of this report recounts some of the leading causes which include inadequately trained aircrew and maintainers, aggressive operations tempo, overworked maintainers, and unpredictable budgets. Although this article focuses on the military, many of these root causes are systemic to almost every other aviation industry from commercial to contractual. What can be done to mitigate the current problems and what can be done to prevent them from happening again?
Want to read more about the article we used? Visit:
https://www.airforcemag.com/report-systemic-aircrew-maintenance-issues-root-cause-of-dod-mishap-rates/
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2021-11-05 15:00:00
Halloween Éspecial w/Espooky Tales
Tales of haunted forts, ghost planes, and visitations from the beyond are all a part of the season of Halloween. We bring you our third ever collab episode with Cristina and MJ, the hosts of the Espooky Tales podcast! We will tell tales of haunted places from Latin origins to believe it or not ghost stories of current tales happening right now in the United States! Do you believe in ghosts? Have you had visits from the beyond? Have you had any near miss stories that were prevented/caused by spirits?
To hear more Latinx ghost stories, check out Espooky Tales on all their social medias at:
espookytales.com, IG/Twitter/Tiktok- @espookytales
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2021-10-29 15:00:00
Supersonic: The Headge Fund Plane
The need for speed is what makes us continue to push the limits of machines and science. Supersonic flight has its own share of challenges from materials, fuel economy, environmental impacts, and high maintenance costs. Let's not forget to mention the current and standing ban of flying supersonic over land. Why is this so, and will new innovations currently in the works be our solution to these challenges? What other challenges would we incur for having commercial planes fly supersonic?
Want to read more about supersonic flight or see the articles we used? Visit:
https://www.newyorker.com/tech/annals-of-technology/will-we-ever-fly-supersonically-over-land
- or -
https://theconversation.com/supersonic-flights-are-set-to-return-heres-how-they-can-succeed-where-concorde-failed-162268#:~:text=United%20Airlines%20has%20announced%20it,after%20the%20Concorde%20was%20decommissioned.
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2021-10-22 15:00:00
Survival of The Biased
We as humans tend to not focus on the “losers” and “failures” in life. Much, if not all of our focus is on “winners”, “against all odds” stories, things we can see, and things that make us feel good. This distorted view seeing only successes is called “survivorship bias”. Today we explore yet another article about what goes into survivorship bias and how it affects every aspect of our life.
Would you like to read the article we cited? Visit: https://www.wealest.com/articles/survivorship-bias
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2021-10-15 15:00:00
I are Leader!
There are 5 core competencies that every leader and aspiring leader need to be familiar with and constantly practice. It's sometimes a big pill to swallow to recognize your faults and weaknesses but realizing what they are is the stepping stone to improvement. Some however, see no fault in themselves, or they force cohesion/collaboration to the point of submission. Today, we look into Indiana University's take on the 5 core staff competencies and reflect on some key experiences, both good and terrible, that highlight these competencies.
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2021-10-08 15:00:00
CANN Do!
Cannibalizations are a widely used aviation practice to bridge the supply gap to fulfill operation requirements. For today's episode, we review a report filed by the General Accounting Office (GAO) about how cannibalizations can adversely affect aviation personnel AND maintenance. We've all, at one point, have done CANNs to make a plane flyable, some at the expense of another aircraft because of operational pressures and revenue. What happens when these "quick fixes" get repeatedly used and then go underreported, or worse, unreported?
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2021-10-01 15:00:00
Human Errors & Maintenance
We've all heard it before, we are human and humans make mistakes. Human factors play such a critical role, especially in aviation, to the success and failure of the aviation industry. There are so many classes, certifications, and components that go in to mitigating human induced errors, that it's viewed mostly as a chore than it is as a form of mitigating risk. We look into some instances as cited by the NTSB and the FAA as to some common trends, that to this day, still occur. What are some things we can do to change this? What are some ways we can improve?
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2021-09-24 15:00:00
LAME statistics
We take a quick break from some of our usual antics and share some forecasts on the future of our industry. We cite some snippits of history about aviation, how the trade became popular, and share an article from CASA, our Australian counterpart to the FAA. COVID-19 has put a serious pause on most industries, some harder than others. The forecast for aviation, trades in general, is looking very positive, with newer opportunities being offered which most of us didn't have the privilege of knowing. If working in the aviation industry has been a dream of yours or a passing thought, this may be the year to experiment while most companies within the aviation world are looking for ways to fulfill the upcoming demand for technicians and specialists!
CASA career guide 2019- https://www.casa.gov.au/sites/default/files/aircraft-maintenance-engineer-careers-guide.pdf
US Labor and Statistics for Aviation technicians- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionics-equipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm
Are you a veteran in pursuit of a career in the aviation/airline industry? Visit www.rtag.org for ways that may help you achieve that goal, look for their convention in San Diego, CA this October!
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2021-09-17 15:00:00
Koala-fications
To excel in a trade, you will need to attain certain certifications, licenses, and qualifications. Getting these certs (and so forth) is a long road, some could take you upwards of 16 years depending on where and what trade you are in. This is assuming you have ready access to the training or schooling required to get them. Some certification requirements have limited training seats, some have limited funding, and some only happen once in a while. What makes matters worse is those who do get certified tend to horde all the knowledge and work to themselves, thus limiting others to take part in required work to gain said knowledge and experience. To add more salt to the wound, some individuals will drag their feet and take forever to gain certain licenses/qualifications to AVOID taking on more work!
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2021-09-10 15:00:00
Episode 50!! Where we are now
We've made it to our 50th episode and our 1-year podcast anniversary! We seriously couldn't have done any of it without you, our listeners, supporters, and Patrons! When we began this podcast, it was an abstract idea and a wild shot in the dark at best. We've said it time and time again, but we really can't stress it enough, we started this podcast to highlight some of the gross underbelly of the little known lives of aircraft maintainers/specialists. It has evolved from a pseudo-therapy session between co-workers of ours and has expanded into widely known show, which we ourselves didn't know how far we could go! We take this time to reflect on some of the obstacles we've overcome, where we are now, and where we plan on going.
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2021-09-04 01:57:34
Tag, You're It!
We’ve all at one point or another criticized our leadership. A fair amount of those times was during a stressful situation and their decisions weren’t meeting the demand. Attitudes and mindsets change when you’re the one placed in the “hot seat” however. Being the person in charge, or better yet, the “acting” person in charge can be very tense, where vital decisions need to be made fast with little to no context to base them from. In some cases, these moments of leadership are temporary, with you being used as a scapegoat in times of duress, so more toxic and “capable” leaders can save face and preserve their image.
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2021-08-27 15:00:00
Zero to 100, Getting Back Into the "Norm"
Some of us, across all industries, have been unfortunately without work due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of us have had to adapt to both work and personnel shortages. As things however start ramping back up and returning to a semi-normal pace, industries are feeling the backlash of doing more with less. Some organizations have been able to adjust, while others are grinding gears to build momentum from being idle for an extended period of time.
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2021-08-20 15:00:00
Tinnitus Has a Nice Ring to It
Almost anything aviation related has its share of noise hazards. Some occupations have nothing but noise hazards. These occupations would most assuredly have signs, posters, and other forms of media that advise you to preserve your sense of hearing and wear appropriate protective equipment. Do we actually use them? Every shop has those individuals who scoff at the notion due to their already lacking sense of hearing. Did you know that hearing loss can tie into other parts of your body and manifest itself into other physiological issues? How much is your hearing (or health in general) worth?
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2021-08-13 15:00:00
Vacation to the vacation
We all work hard to earn our time off, often at the expense of ourselves. "Work hard, play hard" is the typical saying when referring to activities outside of our day-to-day grind. Vacations are the go-to cure for work burnout, or at least be the relief for it, but have you ever had vacations where it felt like it was just as much work if not more than your regular job? How about being wrapped up in the planning and doing phases of vacation that you don't actually enjoy yourself? Was it the extra work involved when brining along kids? family members? Perhaps you can't really relax due to always being on the go? Whatever the case may be, nothing hits harder than the slow trudge back to reality once your vacation is over. When that happens, we'd often feel like we need a vacation after having a vacation.
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2021-08-06 15:00:00
Hurry Up and Wait
When there’s work to be done, the job can consume you. Sometimes however, we find ourselves rushing to the stop sign. When these uncommon but inevitable moments occur, the demand for superfluous tasks begin to rise. In times of too much "white space", you would think some refresher training or practical applications would be ideal. That may be the case on some occasions, however more often than you would think, these moments of free time is spent doing menial tasks that "had to be done" or just a way to keep you busy. Others see this time as a way to express their "creativity" by coming up with ways to relieve the boredom. You can't expect too many good things when skilled individuals are left with nothing to do.
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2021-07-30 15:00:00
Witch Doctor Remedies
What's your go-to ritual or practice before a major event? Pre-game puke? Nice cup of coffee? How about a good stretch and jamming out to your favorite tunes (or podcast)? Whatever form it takes, we have those habits that help ready us for the oncoming venture. Some habits are positive and empower us to brave the storm, giving us some sense of courage and invulnerability. Other habits are negative and perpetuate a shitty situation, no matter the size of impact it really is. On this episode, we discuss some of our "pre-game" rituals, both good and bad, that helps us take on whatever fresh hell is thrown our way.
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2021-07-23 15:00:00
Who's Driving This Bitch?!
They go by many names; maintenance controller, pro super, production controller, operations/project planner, maintenance coordinator, production planner; but one title they all share is "cat herder". Maintenance control is widely considered the operations and information hub of the aviation world. This hub acts as the brain of an aviation organization which includes such functions as gathering and processing data, creating operations plans, and implementing solutions. Controllers are often seen as the enemy of both the maintenance shops due to their perceived overbearing pursuit of fulfilling operations schedules. Likewise they are seen as the bane of management for their lack of willful, blind obedience to "big picture" plans, or the non-tyrannical push to fulfill priorities. The fast paced, anxiety inducing environment that is maintenance control requires a sharp mind and a great amount of communication to turn abstract into reality, especially in the event of an emergency. Flight operations success hinges on the ability of maintenance control. On a good day it is organized chaos, on rough and stressful days, it is virtually like herding cats.
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2021-07-16 15:00:00
Turn and Face the Strange
At some point in your career, you will find reasons to be unfulfilled or unsatisfied. This can come in many forms such as commute time is no longer feasible, family time is becoming too scarce, an abundance of burnout days, and so forth. The thought of moving on to something else or something better becomes stronger as the moments pass by. We sometimes accept these feelings as overthinking or over "feeling" our current position. Maybe it's just a string of bad days, maybe you're just not utilizing your time efficiently, or maybe it's some other underlying condition. This hesitance and the anxiety of venturing to something new is what deters us from transitioning. In the end however, it is all what is best for you and maybe transitioning into the unfamiliar is exactly what you need. What should you do to prepare? Are you prepared enough? When should you call it quits and is it ever ok to burn bridges?
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2021-07-09 15:00:00
The Q&A episode Jun 2021
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2021-07-02 15:00:00
Blame and Train
Typically when mistakes happen, it's either due to lack of knowledge or lack of care. The go-to solution to fix these instances is "refresher" training to a) reiterate/bridge the gap in the lack of knowledge or b) to re-emphasize the gravity of a task or outcome. Refresher training can take many forms from a verbal one-to-one counseling, read-and-sign computer based classes, to formal classroom training (which sometimes involves negative paperwork). Refresher training's effectiveness hinges on its delivery and acceptance however. With that said, most individuals with positions of authority consider this as a check in the box and uses this as a leverage tool to blame the individual for any future mistakes regardless if the training was adequate or if the individual fully understood the task he/she was being trained to. This turns into an endless loop of blaming, training, and patching the symptom without properly diagnosing the cause.
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2021-06-25 15:00:00
Every Time is Our First Time
Executing a new plan or performing a new procedure can be a very confusing time. The learning curve can sometimes be 90 degrees with little wiggle room for error. What happens when the lessons learned from those experiences don't get passed along? How do you break the endless loop of discovery and trial and error? How do we ensure the ones after us aren't doomed to repeat the same mistakes and live up to the definition of insanity?
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2021-06-18 15:00:00
Work Stereotypes (feat. Dick Talk & Mimosas)
Whether you acknowledge it or not, every work place has a stereotype in regards to gender, sexual orientation & identification, and culture. The age old stigma of "men tend the fields and women tend the house" is alive and well even to this day. It's almost understood as going against the grain if men were to do jobs such as nursing or baking, likewise if women are mechanics or join the military. We are joined once again with Ana, Jennifer, and Amanda, the hosts of the Dick Talk & Mimosas podcast to discuss some of the assumptions of gender and sexual orientation/identification in the workplace and why it continues to persist.
Dick Talk & Mimosas is a podcast where these lovely ladies talk about everything from felines to fetishes, all over mimosas!
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Linktree- @dicktalkmimosas | Linktree
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2021-06-11 15:00:00
Why Do People Lie? (feat. Dick Talk & Mimosas)
There are many reasons why people lie, some for image reasons, some to stay out of trouble, and some of which are to yourself. On this very special episode (our third ever podcast collaboration), out of the box episode, we are joined by Ana, Jennifer, and Amanda, the hosts of the Dick Talk & Mimosas podcast to discuss exactly why do people lie. This episode is NOT safe for work or your kids. Will consist of a lot of laughs, blushing, tea spilling. Not recommended for those who are sensitive to expletives, and, well, "dick talk". Dick Talk & Mimosas is a podcast where these lovely ladies talk about everything from felines to fetishes, all over mimosas!
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Instagram- dicktalk_n_mimosas
Linktree- @dicktalkmimosas | Linktree
Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/00587batvTO1RUR2L1O7hr?si=k098ZHW_R2WJzcIny-YK8g
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2021-06-04 15:00:00
Let's Ruffle Some Feathers ft. J Marie & Lani Hankins
Sexual abuse is probably one of the most heinous acts one can do, yet this subject along with domestic violence, is seldom talked about or taken seriously before an incident happens. What's worse is so many cases go unreported either out of fear of retaliation or fear of being ostracized. We are joined by J Marie, the host of the Women With An Effed Up Mind podcast, and Lani Hankins, the host of the Kruse Corner podcast, to discuss some of the more rough topics about sexual violence that's plaguing both the civilian and military sectors. We'll ruffle some feathers about why this is such a problem and what we can do to help make a difference.
Check out more episodes from Kruse Corner and Women With An Effed Up Mind on Spotify and other podcast platforms.
Give them a follow on Instagram at:
@kruse_corner and @_itseffedup
If you, a loved one, or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence, there are many resources to assist you such as the RAINN crisis help line at:
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
or
the DOD safe help line at:
1-877-995-5247
Visit sites like RAINN.org for more resources and ways you can help victims of sexual trauma.
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2021-05-28 15:00:00
You're Only Human!
Despite what many individuals and organizations think, aviation mechanics are neither magicians nor machines. The constant beat down of operations tempo can wear out even the most dedicated worker. This can lead to mistakes, slip ups, shortcuts, omissions, and mishaps. Work burnout is a real thing; it's a psychological syndrome characterized by emotional exhaustion, feelings of cynicism and reduced personal accomplishment. Some may confuse burnout with depression, which is understandable since they have similar symptoms. Burnout can and does lead to depression. In some places, we glorify the burnout (i.e. we pride ourselves in being overworked), like it's a badge of pride. On this episode, we explore how that mindset is developed and how that can have serious implications.
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2021-05-21 15:00:00
Let's Talk About FLEX!
Most workplaces have a set schedule to which its employees adhere to. For some aviation areas, such schedules are in a constant state of flux due to manpower shortages or an over demanding flight schedule. This leads to working long hours and having unpredictable work schedules. There's a saying "don't be flexible, be fluid" and this couldn't be more true when it comes to ever changing schedules like in high demand industries. In many cases, you're expected to jump when called upon and anything outside of what is demanded/expected of you doesn't exist or isn't relevant enough to justify slowing down or missing work.
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2021-05-14 15:00:00
The Plaid Jacket Philosopher Podcast Collaboration
Trying out something new for this week! We're doing our first ever crossover episode and are joined by the Plaid Jacket Philosopher Podcast to have a discussion on aircraft and mining maintenance. From miles above the earth to kilometers underneath it - we cover the similarities and the differences between the two industries! The Plaid Jacket Philosopher Podcast is a show about the blue collar working class and aims to break the stereotypes surrounding these tradesmen. Search up "Plaid Jacket Philosopher" on your favorite podcast app or check them out on Facebook at the "Plaid Jacket Philosopher" page, @JacketPlaid on Twitter, and @plaidjacketphilosopher on Instagram.
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2021-05-07 15:00:00
Angry Oodles of Noodles (feat. La Coyote!)
Almost all aircraft problems can trace itself back to its electronics. Despite what you may think, the technology that keeps a plane’s magic going is OLDER than it seems. These fixes are also much harder than they seem and involve such adventures as untangling years’ worth of neglected wires. Avionics troubleshooting, modifications, and upgrades require a deep level of skill and understanding. We are joined by La Coyote, a former Marine aircraft mechanic, who's recently transitioned into an avionics technician and shares with us some of the common gripes, pains, and attention to detail involved with aircraft electronics. Being an avionics technician typically involves being a pseudo-engineer, and having a good understanding of schematics. We mechanics tend to make fun of avionics technicians for their lack of grease soaked work clothes and their nerdy disposition. When it comes down to it, avionics is the way of the future and it's no wonder they have more longevity than an average wrench turner.
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2021-04-30 15:00:00
10,000 Downloads! You guys are the BEST!
Today we are celebrating 10,000 downloads! Thank you for all of your continued support, and we hope you continue enjoying!
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2021-04-23 15:00:00
Wonder from Down Under (feat. Hotwings)
We’ve talked about work, travel through work, but we’ve yet to talk about what’s work like in other places. Today we take a trip to Hunter Valley, Australia. We explore some of the similarities and differences their aviation regulations are compared to the US. We also are joined by special guest "Hot Wings", who is thus far our longest distanced guest on the show, is a second-year aircraft maintenance apprentice and an aspiring pilot. Hot Wings recollects what got her into aviation, some of her experiences as a woman coming into a men-dominated workplace, what drives her to continue being in the industry, and shares some wisdom for other aspiring women to excel in aviation.
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2021-04-16 15:00:00
Lemon Laws
Aviation maintenance shops seem to perform miracles when getting aircraft ready for its operation schedules and their hard work often gets overlooked. All shops however have a limit to their magic. This limit is often embodied in one or a few aircraft that always finds a way to break down no matter how much work is done to it.
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2021-04-09 15:00:00
Heroes Beyond the Line Part 3 (ft. Rachelle LaFleur, founder of the Enduring Campaign)
Certain crises are out of our control. Some are so bad, you lose everything. In this episode, we will explore how one organization is going above and beyond to help those who are homeless and without other living essentials. We are joined with special guest Rachelle LaFleur, a US Marine Corps veteran who embodies the phrase "leave no one behind". Rachelle is the primary founder of the Enduring Campaign, a nonprofit organization whose main mission to to help veteran transition centers give aid and other essential items to homeless (and less fortunate) veterans. Rachelle shares with us how she began her journey as a Marine and her new mission to help those in need.
Want to learn more about the Enduring Campaign? Visit www.theenduringcampaign.org
Check out their weekly updates on Instagram @theenduringcampaign. You can support the Enduring Campaign by donating on their website, submitting locations of veteran transition centers in your local area, purchasing items on their Amazon Smile wish list, or sharing their organization amongst your friends and family.
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2021-04-02 15:00:00
All about that Phase (Bout That Phase), No Support!
Phases, home station checks, and other periodic maintenance inspections are VITAL to maintain the lifespan of an aircraft. Despite this, many senior level officials will gloss over these inspections for the sake of having the plane back into its operation cycle. Actions like these can result in a best-case scenario of turning into hangar queens or worst case a catastrophic failure. Periodic maintenance inspections have a pre-planned schedule, however the planned vs actual inspection completion varies directly with the condition of the aircraft prior to the execution of it's planned maintenance interval. In almost every case, for the sake of continued operation, discrepancies are deferred until its next periodic maintenance plan. Again however, for the sake of operations, thorough periodic maintenance actions are rushed in order to have the aircraft back into service.
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2021-03-26 15:00:00
5000 Downloads!!! THANK YOU!
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2021-03-19 15:00:00
The Q&A Episode! Feb 2021
For our episode today, we are taking questions our listeners have given us and giving you our answers!
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2021-03-12 16:00:00
Heroes Behind the Line Pt. 2 (ft. Travis Johnson)
Have you ever experienced such adverse events that you said to yourself, “Never again will I, nor those around me go through such times again!”. In Part 2 of Heroes Beyond the Line, we are joined with special guest Travis Johnson, the Non-Profit Architect, who shares some of his experiences as a mechanic, Naval flight officer, and non-profit consultant to both uplift and “help the Helpers”.
Learn more about Travis and the Nonprofit Architect at:
https://nonprofitarchitect.org/
or at https://linktr.ee/NonprofitArchitect
Pick up the Nonprofit Architect's Ultimate Podcast Guide at:
https://nonprofitarchitect.org/resources/
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2021-03-05 16:00:00
Janky GSE
Ground support equipment is needed to service an aircraft in between flights. However, these equipment require maintenance of their own, which typically gets ignored or it can’t keep up with the pace set by the aircraft it services. This leads to Frankenstein fixes to get the GSE to work just enough to finish the job.
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2021-02-26 16:00:00
Improvised Tools
There are times when the job MUST get done. More often than not, you don’t have the essentials to get it done. This results in improvising and using what’s available to make it work regardless if it’s the right thing to do or not.
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2021-02-19 16:00:00
Feast or Famine
Mealtime is a much-anticipated break in a workday. For some of us, be it for work schedules or manpower shortages, those breaks don’t exist. In other cases, you’re given more than your stomach can handle. With such a high work demand, it’s either Feast or Famine.
2021-02-12 16:00:00
Tanks for Nothing!
Aircraft fuel is some of the most nasty, hazardous things to work with, it’s even worse if you are the unlucky soul who must don the suit and dive into the fuel tank. Picture the pleasant scenery of being stuffed into tight, dark spaces filled with toxic fumes and the sheer annoyance of possibly getting trapped inside. Oh, the JOYS of tank diving!
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2021-02-05 16:00:00
From Street to Seat (feat Tim Kirshbaum, Co-Founder of R.T.A.G)
Many of us have dreamed of working on planes or flying one. For many, the road to such is at best foggy. However, there are many programs out there that can help you realize your dream. If you have the dedication, you can achieve anything. In this episode, we’ll share with you some ways to make your dream that much closer to you!
Today we are joined with Tim Kirschbaum, co-founder of and director of airline engagement for RTAG. RTAG is the largest charity of its kind in the world. RTAG helps all veterans, regardless of experience, jumpstart their post military career in the world of aviation. RTAG also helps its corporate partners get direct access to pilots, maintainers, technicians, dispatchers and more.
Tim shares with us some of his experiences as a pilot and lends some information how aspiring veterans can gain access into aviation careers. Some programs are either never mentioned or so glossed over, most veterans don't know how to fully utilize the program. For more information about some of the programs being offered, visit www.rtag.org or @RTAG Nation on Facebook.
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2021-01-29 16:00:00
Master Crafts
In every form of work, there is some type of trade, and every trade has its form of art. It takes a special
talent to transform well made items we use today from mundane and obscure materials. These talented
individuals are called master craftsmen. The journey to become a master craftsman takes hours of
dedication, learning, and perfection of their skill. They are forever students, constantly improving their
skills and continue to push the limits of what we would call a masterpiece.
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2021-01-22 16:00:00
Everybody's Working for the Weekend (feat. Bubbles)
Almost every public/customer service industry is ran 24/7. As convenient it is to us as a customer, there is always a group of people who get fucked out of their time off. In some cases, these overtime workdays are preventable.
Our special guest Bubbles, associate director of a non-profit organization that houses unfortunate youths, returns for a third time to share some of her stories of shift shortages and micro-management.
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2021-01-15 16:00:00
It’s Inspection Season! (Feat. Bubbles)
Nothing puts an organization on edge more than an inspection. It’s never a good feeling having someone dig through your work life. It’s around this time where management reinforces the policies and procedures of your organization, some of which you were never made aware of, nor were they enforced until now. When your boss is awkwardly nice, and has that creepy smile, that’s when you know….
Special guest Bubbles, associate director of a non-profit organization for housing unfortunate youths, makes a return to share with us some of her stories of having to undergo surprise inspections and how simple steps can make them less painful.
Inspections are part of the quality process to ensure products and/pr services are meeting the minimums and won't fail. There are those however who wait until the last minute to prepare and/or correct any deficiencies. This poor practice can lead to lengthy audits, poor performance, a lack of morale, and incur more costs.
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2021-01-08 16:00:00
Heroes Behind the Line (feat. Bubbles, Nine, and Blossom/Kool-aid)
Being deployed is hard, but being the one to hold down the fort at home is often harder. We switching it up this episode, and bringing in our spouses to answer questions about what life is like when we are gone. The good, the bad, and the ugly will be told in our first episode including the Heroes Behind the Line!
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2021-01-01 16:00:00
We Love You 3000!!!
We have hit 3000 downloads and we are excited to celebrate with you all! Patreon saw it first, but we though everyone would enjoy this one, so here it is!
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2020-12-25 16:00:00
*HOILIDAY GIVEAWAY* - All We Want for Christmas, Is a Day Off!
Happy Holidays everyone! We wanted to give you guys some content before the holidays hit, as well as some GIVEAWAY RESULTS!!! We have some pretty great stuff from our sponsor Rockwell, and some other merch to givaway, so be sure to listen so we can let you know on this episode!
2020-12-19 02:00:00
Extra Shit for Simple Shit
Every industry has its fair share of convoluted steps. Most of these steps can be very unnecessary, however were implemented because of some incident or someone over-compensating for safety. Actions like these really make you question the intelligence of those who made them.
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2020-12-11 16:00:00
Shady Fixes
In some cases, the end justifies the means. It’s instances like this where most “get it done” actions are performed and get overlooked or waived. However, “one-time actions” slowly turn into the new normal which can spell disaster if it continues to be practiced. No operation is worth continually glossing over procedures.
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2020-12-04 16:00:00
Bonus Episode 1
In this quick bonus episode for the holidays, we are celebrating 1000 downloads! We share some stories sent in by YOU the listeners and the stories behind our call signs. We share some of our behind the scenes experiences with the podcast such as our struggles with recording remotely and working with budget equipment. We'll also explain our visions of the future of the podcast and are looking forward to see where we go from here! We'd like to take this moment to say thank you for all of your support and helping us get here!
2020-11-26 16:00:00
Documentation STILL Sucks (ft. Bunz)
You walk into your office, your desk is piled high with papers and documents that are probably filled out wrong (because they always are). You know you are going to be disappointed, yet you turn on your computer that is filled with analytics and statistics that are just going to let you down further for the umpteenth day in a row. This is the life of your documentation (logs and records) specialists, matter of fact anyone who's had to deal with document heavy programs, and they hate it as much you hate taking the extra minute to make sure your chicken scratch is legible!
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2020-11-20 16:00:00
When in Distress, Call EMS! (ft. Frush)
When major emergencies happen, they take to the sky. We count on them to take those in critical condition to the nearest haven and be our eyes in the sky during major disasters. They are the men and women of the aviation emergency services. Life in the EMS/SAR community can be very demanding, but one thing is for sure…
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2020-11-13 16:00:00
It's Not the Training, It's About the Message (feat. Cookies and Cream)
In every form of work, there is some form of training. Typically this is done by a mentor or an instructor, but what do you do when there’s neither a trainer nor a budget? Training then becomes a matter of legality from “read & signs” to “death by power point”. On-the-job training is meant to bridge the knowledge gaps left from technical schools. When on-the-job training is left up to a power point slide, is it really about the training, or sending a message?
We are joined today with Cookies and Cream, two aspiring avionics technicians who are currently going through their required technician courses. Join us as they share some of the experiences of going into the aviation community with zero experience, going through the required courses, and how some of the training gets glossed over to save time.
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2020-11-06 16:00:00
Ain't Nothin' but a QA Thing!
Their sole mission is to prevent the occurrence of defects. They do the job that no one likes to do but have fun doing it. They are the first ones to bitch you out and make you do all the dumb shit “legally”. They are the most nit-picky, never satisfied, overly dramatic, first to shut down ops and pull your certs. They are Quality Assurance representatives. It ain’t easy being one of the most hated entities in the aviation world, but one thing’s for sure, it ain’t nothing but a QA thing.
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2020-10-30 15:00:00
Sloooooow It Down (ft. Arabia)
In today’s world, it’s all about speed and intensity, however revving the red line and going full throttle will eventually break down even the most committed person. Even the most dedicated routine or process needs a rest day or de-load day. These small breaks and reassessment steps can mean the difference between success and a catastrophic breakdown. When living in the fast lane, sometimes you just have to sloooow it down.
We are joined with special guest Arabia Essence, a naval officer and actress, who shares with us how she manages her busy schedule and prevents herself from being stretched too thin. Arabia Essence is a graduate of the US Naval Academy, was featured in Vogue Magazine, has been named Best Actress of 2020 by Black SD Magazine, and is board member to major groups such as MenTorch and the Naval Academy Minorities Association. To find out more about Arabia, follow her on Instagram at @arabiaessence.
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2020-10-23 15:00:00
Shift Wars, Revenge of the Shift
No matter where you are, no matter where you go, there is always some form of hate and animosity between working shifts. One shift or another always half-asses things when they know the oncoming shift is imminent. In such instances, one shift finds a way to fuck over the other. From hiding common items to stacking the hangar in the most inconvenient way, the anger boils deep and always finds a way to get its revenge.
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2020-10-16 15:00:00
What Does the Pub Say?
Aviation is a science, science relies on procedures. Ignoring the procedures can lead to disastrous effects, but what happens when the books are wrong? What happens when you have technicians who think they are smarter than the book? Aviation, like religion, has commandments.
2020-10-09 15:00:00
The Open Road Isn't Just for Truckers
At some point you get called to hit the road, be it deployments, road trips, or recovering downed planes in the field. Some of the best and worst times are on the road, in some cases you know nothing but living on the road. From truck stops, crappy hotels, long drives, and even crappier diets, life on the open road isn’t just for truckers.
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2020-10-02 15:00:00
Sh*t Ain't Done, Till the Paperwork's Done (feat. Jasmine)
Nobody likes to do paperwork, its tedious, monotonous, and sometimes take forever to complete. Anyone who’s anyone in aviation will tell you, paperwork means everything, especially when it’s time for an audit. Everyone who’s had to do it, hates their life for it, and especially hates those who can’t do it right. From work history to flights, everything rides on paperwork. Shit aint done, until the paperwork’s done! With special guest Jasmine, a veteran logs and records chief and a multi-award recipient for records, we recount those times when records are totally screwed up to why paperwork is such an integral part of the aviation industry.
2020-09-25 15:00:00
Tech School, Tech Fool
Technical schools are the gateway to most professional careers. They provide essential information for a trade, as well as an overflowing wellspring of useless knowledge to fill your brain with. From theoretical math you’ll never use, to troubleshooting steps you’ll never be allowed to do, one thing is for sure…you’ll forget everything the moment you leave.
2020-09-18 15:00:00
Planes, Trains, and Animal Crossings
What do you do when you meet things that go bump in the night? Animals do what they want, when they want, and where they want. Snakes, bats, bird strikes, and giant spiders…you never know what you’ll meet in the wild flight line.
2020-09-11 15:00:00
Incidents, Accidents, and Normal Wear and Tear
Things break, sometimes things break hard, but not all incidents are treated equal. Life isn’t easy being the one to answer for an incident, it’s even worse when you have to answer for it when someone dumps it on your lap. The blame game is on. When it comes to incidents, it’s always homemade.
2020-09-04 15:00:00
Mother Nature Hates You, And Here's Why
The Weather can be unpredictable, but it is 100% likely to screw up your day. From being caught in the rain, while aircrew sits nice and cozy in the cockpit, to eyebrows roasting on a summer tarmac, Mother Nature has a particular hatred for your maintenance activities.
2020-08-28 15:00:00
Sunny with Zero Chance of Parts
Things happen and things break. Sometimes it breaks so much, you need to replace things, but what happens when you have no parts in stock? Receiving parts and materials can be an endless loop of waiting and false hope.
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2020-08-21 15:00:00
Raiders of the Lost Tool
It never fails to happen, and it’s almost always right before the end of your shift. Something always goes missing, it’s usually ridiculously big or insanely small, and it is winner take all to find it, except the winners are losers and the losers get to be screamed at.
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2020-08-14 15:00:00
About Us
Join us as we dive into the lives of the aircraft maintenance community. If you ever deployed, been soaked in fuel or other aircraft fluids, worked countless hours only to have your efforts undermined by some of the most asinine circumstances, or had to pull solutions out of nowhere, then this is the podcast for you!
2020-08-12 02:37:00
