How to safety wire a pair of bolts
Safety wiring keeps critical fasteners from backing off. Follow the maintenance manual and standard practices (such as FAA AC 43.13-1B).
7 steps →How-to guides
Aircraft Mechanic How-To Guides
Step-by-step guides to common aircraft mechanic tasks: the practical side of the job.
Common aircraft mechanic tasks
Step-by-step overviews of tasks aircraft mechanics perform regularly. Use them to understand the job, prepare for training or refresh your memory.
How to make a maintenance logbook entry
If it isn’t documented, it wasn’t done. Entries must meet FAA requirements (14 CFR 43.9).
6 steps →How to conduct a FOD walk
Foreign object debris causes costly engine and tire damage. FOD walks are a team habit.
6 steps →Before you practice
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