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[Andrew O]

Oh and I've done plenty of research into BA and BAMC

Andrew

[sonikk4]

Well tomorrow is the big day.
I have brushed up on my maths and general science. Have also learnt the basic theory's of flight, how a jet engine works and learnt Bernoulli's principle on lift.
Anything else I can be doing tonight to give myself some better chances ?

Thanks again
Andrew.

Have you boned up and what aircraft BAMC service, how long they have been doing etc.

Good luck with it and remember listen carefully to what they want you to do.

[Andrew O]

I have, they do 'heavy maintenance' on 747-400, 777-200, 777-300 and the 767. What about the 737 though ? I always see them at the hangar when I'm driving past.
I will try my best :)

Andrew

[sonikk4]

I have, they do 'heavy maintenance' on 747-400, 777-200, 777-300 and the 767. What about the 737 though ? I always see them at the hangar when I'm driving past.
I will try my best :)

Andrew

Not sure about the 737, i thought those were done in the cathedral at Heathrow although i could be wrong. The bays at BAMC are way too big for 737's.

[Andrew O]

Fair enough then, thanks for the help Neil

Andrew

[sonikk4]

No problem i hope it helps.

[creakyjaws5533]

Good Luck hope it goes well

[conlad]

Good luck pal

[sonikk4]

737's are done at BAMG. Glasgow.

[Andrew O]

Well I had the tests this morning.
It consisted of a basic maths test ( 30 minutes )
And a mechanical apptitude test looking at cogs and pivots etc ( 20 minutes )

I passed the maths test fine but failed the mechanical test by 10% which meant I did not progress onto the next stage.
I'd like to say I'm not that fussed about it but the truth is that I'm absolutely gutted at not getting though as this is something I really want.

I have been adviced to apply again next year which is what I will be doing.
Thanks to everyone that gave me help.

Andrew

[sonikk4]

That's a pity mate but things happen for a reason. Anything in particular you failed on or you did not find out for the tech exam??

[F1L8EY]

Andrew sorry to hear the test didnt go to plan but ...

not that im in recruitment but i am now well into my 5th year in the Royal Navy as a Aircraft engineering technician or AET.

from what i have read of this thread you have more basic knowledge than the trainees i get coming through now. and im certain you would pass the aptitude tests. if you have 5 GCSE's (I think) maths and science above grade C. the fitness and lifestyle for me is second to none i have traveled and have a fraternity of brothers.

i currently work on Merlin Mks 1 & 2, there are lynx seaking merlin and by the time you finish training we should have joint strike fighter jets (lightning2) in service, and if you didnt want a long term career in the armed forces then get the training do the minimum time and leave with the qualifications. i have many friends that now work for airbus, wetlands, serco, and so on. i started on £18000 (i think) and now ive been promoted im up just shy of £30000. not superstar wages but good enough in this climate.

just an idea... working on aircraft is something i thoroughly enjoy each day with its own conundrum!! the Royal Navy adds to the experience IMO.

Filbey

[Andrew O]

That's a pity mate but things happen for a reason. Anything in particular you failed on or you did not find out for the tech exam??

I asked if I could have some feedback at the end and he just went through with me showing what I got wrong and I was only 2/3 answers shy of getting through to the interview. It was nothing imparticular.

Andrew sorry to hear the test didnt go to plan but ...

not that im in recruitment but i am now well into my 5th year in the Royal Navy as a Aircraft engineering technician or AET.

from what i have read of this thread you have more basic knowledge than the trainees i get coming through now. and im certain you would pass the aptitude tests. if you have 5 GCSE's (I think) maths and science above grade C. the fitness and lifestyle for me is second to none i have traveled and have a fraternity of brothers.

i currently work on Merlin Mks 1 & 2, there are lynx seaking merlin and by the time you finish training we should have joint strike fighter jets (lightning2) in service, and if you didnt want a long term career in the armed forces then get the training do the minimum time and leave with the qualifications. i have many friends that now work for airbus, wetlands, serco, and so on. i started on £18000 (i think) and now ive been promoted im up just shy of £30000. not superstar wages but good enough in this climate.

just an idea... working on aircraft is something i thoroughly enjoy each day with its own conundrum!! the Royal Navy adds to the experience IMO.

Filbey

I have 11 GCSE's including all the main ones.
This does sound like something I'd be interested in, how often do they recruit ?

Andrew

[the.stroker]

http://www.raf.mod.uk/careers/

Want a job in aviation with a military twist there is only one place to be.

Choice of fixed wing,rotary and fast jet so has it all.
Ive just completed 15 years on rotary and have another 7 years left. Its not for everyone but is another option to look at , see the world and get a half decent wage at the same time.
The link above should give you some food for thought

[Shifty]

http://www.raf.mod.uk/careers/

Want a job in aviation with a military twist there is only one place to be.

Choice of fixed wing,rotary and fast jet so has it all.
Ive just completed 15 years on rotary and have another 7 years left. Its not for everyone but is another option to look at , see the world and get a half decent wage at the same time.
The link above should give you some food for thought

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