Aviation Maintenance Career Test

Most people picture one mechanic with a wrench when they think about aircraft maintenance. But keeping planes and helicopters in the air is one of the most technically varied trades in the world. You might be rebuilding a jet engine, hunting down an electrical fault in a navigation system, signing off an aircraft as safe to fly, or racing against a departure clock to fix a problem at the gate before passengers board. From the intricate electronics of a cockpit to the structure of a wing to the rotor systems of a helicopter, every aircraft is a collection of specializations, and every specialization needs people who are genuinely drawn to it.

Take this test in under 5 minutes and find out which area of aircraft maintenance is built for you.

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Disclaimer: Before you start the test, please consider the following: the test results are provided to you for the purpose of discovering your interests, your likes and dislikes and contemplating on what you may want to do in the future. Our tests are not psychological tests, nor do they indicate that you excel in a certain field of interest. Our tests do not amount to professional career advice. Our terms of use contain a disclaimer.

1
Examine brake and landing gear systems for leaks.
2
Set up controls that move the wings and tail surfaces.
3
Trace electrical faults through cockpit wiring systems.
4
Inspect jet engine parts for wear or heat damage.
5
Fix minor faults during a short turnaround window.
6
Check cabin safety equipment is ready for every flight.
7
Follow official safety guidance to schedule maintenance.
8
Test engine systems before an aircraft flies again.
9
Perform rotor head inspections on helicopters.
10
Assess the wings and body of an aircraft for damage.
11
Inspect an aircraft at the gate for visible defects.
12
Repair cracks and damage in aircraft wing panels.
13
Treat corrosion on aircraft wings and body panels.
14
Replace parts in mechanical oxygen supply systems.
15
Balance rotor blades to remove in-flight vibration.
16
Test systems that regulate cabin air pressure on board.
17
Find and fix faults in cabin entertainment wiring.
18
Test radio equipment used by pilots in the cockpit.
19
Certify an aircraft as safe to fly after maintenance.
20
Ensure completed repairs meet official safety standards.
21
Replace worn seat parts and interior cabin panels.
22
Review maintenance logs for missing or incomplete work.
23
Run a jet engine after repairs to check performance.
24
Strip and rebuild systems that power the rotors.
25
Inspect air-powered systems that open aircraft doors.
26
Resolve faults overnight for the first morning flight.
27
Diagnose aircraft defects at the gate before departure.
28
Calibrate flight displays for accuracy before use.
29
Service equipment in the aircraft cabin kitchen area.
30
Overhaul jet or piston engines after heavy use.
31
Examine parts linking the engine to the rotors.
32
Install navigation systems used to guide aircraft.
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