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Jul 12, 2014 | 08:07 PM

#121

PancakeF150

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From: Middle Tennessee

Quote:

Originally Posted by 406angler

I was reading about getting an A&P Cert. a few weeks ago since my AFSC (2A653) is eligible for enrollment in the program; how do you like working in that field? I figured it was worth looking into since I'm eligible.

I like it but I do it only for a hobby.. I've never been paid to work on my old airplane.

I am sure there is a need for A&P mechanics today.

I'm sorry for picture size.............

Jul 12, 2014 | 08:22 PM

#122

mikeo0o0o0

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From: Stanley, VA

Quote:

Originally Posted by PancakeF150

I like it but I do it only for a hobby.. I've never been paid to work on my old airplane.

Man! Nice Luscombe.

Jul 12, 2014 | 08:28 PM

#123

PancakeF150

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From: Middle Tennessee

Thank you Mike!

Jul 12, 2014 | 08:53 PM

#124

VocaTexas

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Wow! That is one nice Luscombe. I love the older aircraft. I've always wanted to get my PPL and buy an Aircoupe. Prices are just outrageous nowadays, though.

Jul 12, 2014 | 08:57 PM

#125

PancakeF150

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From: Middle Tennessee

Thank you for the compliment.

It's not getting any cheaper. Gas is almost $6 a gallon..

Jul 12, 2014 | 09:49 PM

#126

Pitcrw6

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From: Panama City, FL

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Originally Posted by FrostyDudes

Sorry for late reply. When i finish high school (senior year) they're putting me for basic and then tech school. My recruiter said it's official, you're air force reserve for the time being. My AFSC is 1A211. aircraft loadmaster

You will be TDY all the time and see the world for free. I was a 2A3X3B.

Jul 12, 2014 | 10:02 PM

#127

edwinhhawkins

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From: Salt Lake City, Ut

I'm an Electronic Technician for a large Oilfield services company (you Definitely know them)
Anyways, I keep Large computer automated equipment playing nice with each other and their operator! if one of my toys break I get to be responsible for 28k/hr downtime and holding up a 3 million dollar job for us and a 50 million dollar well for our customers! But, Like tonight nothing broken, I get to just chill in the cab of our Work F350.

Jul 13, 2014 | 01:07 AM

#128

FrostyDudes

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From: Calvert Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by 406angler

yep, basic is where you'll hear and see some of the funniest things of your life, and tech school isn't a bad time either. I hear they shortened AF basic from 8 1/2 down to 6 weeks again? It's easy as long as you blend in with the crowd and do your best to go unnoticed... just don't be the idiot that shows up at lackland with a 'fro and tie-dye tee shirt.

I'll try my best not to stick out, i'd rather not be picked on too terribly much

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Jul 13, 2014 | 01:13 AM

#129

FrostyDudes

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From: Calvert Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pitcrw6

You will be TDY all the time and see the world for free. I was a 2A3X3B.

Phew. i wouldn't mind being TDY. just as long as i don't have to serve tours in combat. and that seems interesting. the f-16's were one of my favorite aircraft because of the navy's blue angels. then the f-22 came around....

Jul 13, 2014 | 02:07 AM

#130

rockittsled

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From: Florida

USAF Crew Chief (back when it was still 43151), then I have worked aerospace both in Production and Maintenance, mostly MRO (airliner maintenance) and some GA

Jul 13, 2014 | 04:30 AM

#131

montana_highboy

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From: Big Sky Country

Jack of all trades, master of none.

~ U.S. Army/heavy equipment mechanic
~ Short order cook/bar tender (philosopher)
~ Ranch hand/fence builder
~ Welder/fabricator/machine operator
~ Logger/choke setter
~ Small engine mechanic
~ Carpenter/home builder
~ Furniture maker/woodworker
~ Heavy equipment operator
~ Long haul truck driver
~ Land broker/property management
~ Backhoe operator/pipe layer in the Bakken oil fields (current)

A lot of interesting professions here on the forum, I admire you guys that can do the same thing for 30 plus years. I suffer from ADHD and need a bit of variety in my work life.

Jul 13, 2014 | 05:37 AM

#132

Laser_Target

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Canadian Airforce - Aviation mechanical Tech currently employed on CC130J Hercs.

Jul 13, 2014 | 10:23 AM

#133

skidoodave

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From: Caledon ON

Hey Laser Target, I take it your in either Trenton or Edmonton? I was an airframe tech on Kiowa's and Griffin's way back in the 90's. Currently risk management and risk selection for a large insurance company.

Jul 13, 2014 | 11:06 AM

#134

tbear853

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From: The Shenandoah Valley

Many odd jobs while in college and then 31 years with Va. State Police (every day brought something new with it), now retired ..... and part time at Advance Auto Parts and enjoying "retirement".

Jul 13, 2014 | 11:59 AM

#135

devino246

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From: Lynchburg, VA

Quote:

Originally Posted by montana_highboy

Jack of all trades, master of none.

A lot of interesting professions here on the forum, I admire you guys that can do the same thing for 30 plus years. I suffer from ADHD and need a bit of variety in my work life.

I don't know how they do it, either. Two years of working on cars and I've about had it. I'm hoping a career in the fire service will offer enough variety to keep me happy...assuming I can get on in the first place.

Apparently job-hoppers make more money than the 30 year guys. Makes sense, I guess.