most often corrsion is light, doing a density test would involve dissasembly time, time=money at a repair station, so the ndt would be our best bet, with a density check a close 2nd.
since I'm at a repair station, it's often difficult to have the drawings on hand, so your advice about using NDT to determine a parts composition is right on target! Thanks! Is this Phil Condit as in Boeing's Phil Condit?
As a structures mechanic, it is often difficult to identify what fittings, in particular, are made of magnesium,other than the obvious "MAG" stamping on some. What are the quickest methods for identifying a part as such, and what are the proper methods for removal of corrosion and...
wow, what a great forum. I am very proficient in srm's, s/b, ad's etc. as well as design of repairs. Thanks for the suggestions! esp. the info on the course at Boeing for engineers. I would imagine it's just a matter of getting my foot in the door. Our liaison here at Hamilton Aerospace in...
hello there everyone. I am an aircraft structural mechanic with an A&P. i've worked production,repair, modification. is it possible to get a liaison job without a degree. or would taking a specialized course such as stress analysis help?