Again, thanks to all those that have chosen to participate to this date. I will be back next week and look forward to continuing this discussion.
The final question I have for you is this: What do you think can be done to change an aircraft technician’s identity? I am assuming you will agree with me that the general public has no idea of the knowledge, skill and responsibilities associated with your profession. Most think of aircraft mechanics as the wings TV show character. Many see the job equivalent to an auto mechanic.
What an injustice. Something has to be done to change your image. The public has to realize that when they get on any aircraft an aircraft technician has taken the responsibility for the airworthiness of the aircraft.
I know this is a much discussed and written about subject in our field. But, maybe we can generate some new ideas. After all, the field is changing with advancing technologies. Technicians do not only have to know how to effect a repair, they must also be able to diagnose complex computer-related systems.
So do you have any ideas on how we might take steps to begin to change this image?