How Delta Air Lines Fixes Their Airplanes

[@MWisz77]

As a pilot, I can’t tell you how grateful I am for every one of these individuals. Each play a critical part in to keeping us all safe in the air and keeping the operation running smoothly.

[@chenanigans]

I feel the same as a FA. Even though this is my company I never get to see this part of it! Super cool.

[@Bigwill404]

Thank you we do the best that we can

[@virenpatel9973]

Thank you. It’s hard work but we take pride in it. I don’t work for delta but I do work for a major.

[@justing42]

@@virenpatel9973 it isn’t that hard…some of the most useless lazy people I have ever met are working for the airlines…stupid too

[@donald8354]

@@virenpatel9973What is the hardest part been an airplane mechanic? Best wishes.

[@miata1492]

Yes, I would love to see a "line maintenance" video. We need more of these behind-the-scenes vids than the---ah, less interesting---in-flight-service or destination type stuff. This post is a good start.

[@TekTrekgamer]

Hear hear!

[@TypicalDutchSaysHi]

Yes, definitely

[@angelisraelmartinezmiranda3770]

We went the line maintenance video

[@virenpatel9973]

Hard to film line mx cause we’re dealing with live airplanes. Filming could increase delays and adds a tsa security aspect.

[@1derol]

I'm a retired Jet Mechanic. Always great to see such dedication and meticulous care of aircraft. We were taught "Treat the airplane as if you were going to put your family on it". Brave Jeb!

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Which plane is easier to take care off and more durable boeing airbus embraer crj etc from ur experience?

[@christopherhammond1809]

How to be come a jet mechanic

[@superskullmaster]

@@christopherhammond1809 go go A&P school.

[@justing42]

@@andersonrodriguez8258 Boeing all day…220’s are pure garbage

[@USNveteran]

Just retired from a major US airline after 32 years as a mechanic. This is a truly 24/7 365 job, there are no weekends or holidays. If it is your day to work you work, unless you are taking a vacation, personal, sick day etc. Some of the stations where line maintenance is done are incredible, working outside at night usually in the heat, cold etc. Hats off to all who are now doing this job, as well as all who have, and those who will in the future. FLY NAVY!!!

[@johnnydoe9969]

I’m 22 and got my A&p. Should I go straight into the airlines or go military for 4 years ?

[@USNveteran]

@@johnnydoe9969 An A&P means nothing in the military it is required to maintain civil aircraft. I got my A&P the month after I separated from the Navy. Took all my courses when I was in and Uncle Sam paid for them. If you go in the military it is a 6 year obligation usually 4 active, 2 reserve. Do you want to go in the military? If so are you interested in making a career out of it? With 20 years of military service you can retire, and collect a pension then go to the airlines. You could retire from the military at 42 then go to the airlines and put in another 20-25 years then you would have 2 retirements. If you do go in the military with an A&P I would talk to my recruiter about getting an instant bump to E-3 right out of boot camp. Good luck Johnny!

[@USNveteran]

@@johnnydoe9969 If you have any more questions ask away, happy to answer.

[@johnnydoe9969]

@@USNveteran I want to join military to build toughness and work ethic while on the other hand I want to be paid like an A&p mechanic and live where I want. So many cons and pros in making this decision. I think the reserves is the best of both worlds for where I’m at in life.

[@USNveteran]

@@johnnydoe9969 In the military you are paid by your rank. The airline business is highly unionized and everything goes by your seniority. There are only a few big airlines and air freight that are not union. When you first start out you go wherever you can to hold the job. Once you get about ten years of service with most airlines you should be able to bid for a new location. If you go to an airline try to go to a major base first. The regional airlines pay less than the mainline carriers. With regard to the military sounds like the National Guard or maybe the Coast Guard might be a good fit for you. You are smart to ask these questions and I wish you good luck again. Feel free to ask more if you want.

[@TJ-gu9jf]

I’m a Delta Airlines employee and I must say this is beyond impressive. I love the work these guys do , when it comes to helping the operation

[@FlamingDragon_]

Your a Delta employee?

[@tacraheennc9719]

I’m currently in A&p school in Charlotte Nc I would love to work for delta and pointers you might can give me ?

[@ldkellandshaw]

Delta, My home airlines, and Atlanta, My home airport. Georgians are proud of Delta and it's rise and rise again.

[@rogaviation]

It just amazes me how much skill these people have to fix and build these complex machines. it makes me appreciate flying and everything these people are doing for us to keep us safe the air! Great video Jeb and cya in the sky!👍🛫🔧

[@justing42]

Come hang out at a hangar/line for about a week…you will eat those words. I have met some of the dumbest, laziest , weirdest people working for the airlines…you would be shocked.

[@avgjoeavglife]

We often forget how complex and complicated airplanes are, the work all those people do is amazing and they keep Delta flying. I would be interested in seeing a "Line Maintenance" video

[@miata1492]

Hear here!

[@stephenhill5767]

Agreed!

[@KarolGrom92]

As a aircraft mechanic for AA thank you for highlighting all the hard working A&P do

[@seanrobbins7125]

Would you consider AA to be on this level?

[@KarolGrom92]

@@seanrobbins7125 No delta has alot bigger overhaul then AA.

[@justing42]

I used to work for AA as a mechanic…does it still suck?

[@KarolGrom92]

@@justing42 I’ve been here 4 years now and working at a mro and going to AA is night and day. It’s the easiest job you’ll ever have but sure it has its problems

[@robinps52]

What a great video! I’m in awe of Delta’s systems & workflows, but I’m especially grateful to the people who make it all work so I can get from point A to B safely. Thanks for taking us behind the scenes!

[@gregs2863]

My brother works for Delta TechOps in the wing support group. I'm so glad you made a video showcasing Delta TechOps crew

[@markg.4246]

As a former NWA employee, I say "Thank God Delta came along when they did"! The merger was the best thing to happen for us. In the subsequent years, my pride in Delta grew as I watched our people give back so much to their communities, and still do. Due to Covid-19, I was able to retire a year early and am grateful to have worked with so many fine people. "Keep Climbing"...

[@stevenhood8119]

A line maintenance video would be a neat thing to see. These are the heroes who keep the planes going.

[@roejoganscastpod4928]

I work for Delta Air Lines as a line mechanic and I would, honestly, enjoy a Line Maintenance video. Even though I see it everyday, still intrigues me.

[@j.l1007]

I am currently a avition maintenance technician student at aim Atlanta! Will be taking my airframe and powerplant writtens in a couple of months and then my O&Ps from there. If there’s anyway we can connect sometime if possible and you don’t mind I would love to! I can use any advice and pointers you would be willing to give a fellow brother who’s getting closer to entering the industry. Would also like some tips on how you maneuvered through your Os nd Ps as well if possible. Hit me back on the comment if you ever willing! Best wishes to you as well

[@donald8354]

@@j.l1007Are you enjoy ing your schooling? Wish you the best.

[@mitchellmoss7930]

Wow, I'm in this video! I'm in the background when Jim O'Brien is talking about test cell 5. It was awesome that we just happened to be testing an engine when he came over to tour the test cell.

[@hiflight777]

Concur, there is another side to “Hangar Maintenance “ which is the aspect that keeps the everyday flight schedule moving as smooth as possible. A video on that would be motivating!

[@Curtis7391-t8q]

Wow I never knew Delta had so many different ways to test parts for cracks/defects! Loved the video...very informative!

[@OrlandoDiesel80]

I love your videos, but this one is probably one of the best ones you've done yet. I've worked in aviation for years, and every time I get to go to an airline HQ or a MX base, I feel the same way, in absolute awe!

[@cdanielson1]

A line maintenance video would be great! When I was a controller at DSM we had a Mesaba, which now is an Endeavor air maintenance, hangar. They seemed to do overnight "quick fixes" on regional jets. I've always wondered what issues they were taking care of.

[@citibear57]

We know that airplanes are complex, but I am sure not too many people understand just how complex they are. It is absolutely amazing. Please do a line maintenance video -or series- if you can. Thanks Jeb!

[@LegoLord82]

Great video Jeb! As an aircraft mechanic myself, thanks so much for shining a light on our small world. I work as a line mechanic and it would make an excellent video. It’s a lot different than heavy maintenance which is what this video covers. In line maintenance, we do everything from reading lights to major problems. A LOT of troubleshooting and a fast environment. Really appreciate your work and I can’t wait for the line maintenance video!

[@justing42]

A sticker is quicker …MEL it and kick it out

[@yogaanand8188]

Great video, Jeb. Provides a true appreciation for every flight because of the meticulous work of the Delta TechOps.

[@opienick]

Going into TechOps when I was 5 years old, I had no idea that it would be the trap that turned me into an AvGeek. I have pictures in cockpits and in 767 engines from that day. 15 years later I'm a CFI and building hours to fly for them. Thanks for giving a fantastic look into the shop, so many memories.

[@randyrohe]

Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU for showcasing what MY part of this industry does! So many of our passengers assume that "airline maintenance" is limited to a gorilla that comes out and pushes the reset button when the IFE monitor in your flat bed seat won't work. But it takes an army of maintenance professionals to make aviation happen. I'm so glad you've had the opportunity to show off what Delta does- I've got a lot of respect for their operation. Yes, please do a line maintenance video!

[@nelsonprendergast9655]

I used to work for Delta as a ramp agent in Fort Lauderdale. Delta Tech Ops/Mx is the best. I've helped them change a tire or two in my time!

[@mikedaacmech383]

36 years and still going. I've worked in every climate and loved the challenge. I am so grateful that I was lucky enough to choose this career field almost 40 years ago. All this time, and I still LOVE my job. Best part of my day is watching the airplanes that I maintain departing "over the fence". I know some people will find this hard to believe but, I would never dispatch a plane that I wouldn't get on myself. Every mechanic should share this belief. Safe travels to all! AIM HIGH

[@jaguilar11009]

I thank everyone 🙏 there from the fork lift driver all the way to highest man in management 👏 and admire the professionalism of everyone 👏, that's why I fly with DELTA 👍❤👏👏👏👏

[@nikolasahlstam197]

I’d like to see a vid of line maintenance. Dad was a line mechanic for Delta for 35 years. I got to see what he did first hand, but more people would probably be interested too.

[@NovejSpeed3]

Took a tour here in college and got an awesome pic standing in the giant GE90 engine. Also got to watch a PW 2037 (757)engine get a run up in the test stand.....it actually ran away from them (they lost throttle control and it went to take off power uncontrolled) Ruh Roh Shaggy!!!! It was a great experience!!!. Mark my words I will be an engineer working there!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic video Jeb. The average person boarding a flight from Greensboro to Atlanta, and then connecting to Little Rock would have no idea all of this is going on, I love seeing it!😸

[@dasianman]

Hey Jeb, great video. Would you please make a video on "Line Maintenance"? I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

[@michelledekker7654]

STILL binge watching....I love how you highlight ALL aspects of the industry. And appreciate everyone's jobs.

[@dkdawgs8]

Thank you for stopping by and making this video! Got to shake your hand in the hanger underneath the A330-900 Neo! Been watching your videos for years! Wish we could have took you on the engine run of the Trent 7000 engines onboard the a330-900

[@GreenerGrass]

Thanks for saying hello! Hope to get back again soon!!

[@saxmanb777]

Amazing video. I fly the 767 and soon will be on the 737 and had no idea how much stuff is back there. That’s pretty impressive.

[@mtt9772]

This brought back memories. My father used to work at tech ops in the late 90s early 2000s. He was a registered nurse there when they had a medical department. I remember he took me and my sister there for a tour on one of his off days. I remember the smell of the paint shop where they painted the planes! Aside from all the new tech, it doesn’t appear much has changed since then. I was young when I went though. His department was shut down due to cuts after 9/11. Great video!

[@miaheat21180]

Of course I would love to see line maintenance!

[@bmak7874]

I absolutely love these behind the scenes videos. Especially of maintenance, they rarely get the recognition they deserve. Thanks for sharing.

[@adamweb]

This is fascinating! The amount of combined specialized knowledge it takes to build, maintain and fly a jet is absolutely mind boggling!

[@NicksDynasty]

That place is just amazing. The folks who work there are heroes

[@planesense7390]

DEFINTIELY show Line Maintenance also..i stayed at the Renaissance Atlanta Concourse Hotel at ATL and my room was Directly in front of ATL line maintenance at the edge of the field in front of the hotel..it was pretty fascinating, they were working on aircraft all day well into the night as late as 2am

[@MrJDR10]

Glad you enjoyed the tour of TechOps! Always fun when we have to drop off an aircraft there.

[@Canucks43v3r]

Line maintenance would be good but an operations center tour would be even better.

[@joselantigua5743]

Great video.!!!! I will love to see a line maintenance video! I’m a aircraft technician as well and i work for delta’s regional airline endeavor, but i will be working for delta this summer and i cant wait.

[@sergiomorales8942]

Currently do Line Maintenance and I am privileged to get to work on these beautiful machines every day.

[@mattball2700]

Thanks Jeb! As a former Pratt & Whitney engineer, I can attest that today's jet engines are incredible.

[@Itallianmobboss]

So, did you work on the JT8’s?

[@mattball2700]

@@Itallianmobboss I worked in the Advanced Technology Engine Gas Generator group in the late 80s / early 90s.

[@darren8103]

Very cool Jeb! Right on! Yes on line maintenance!

[@kevinvanderford993]

Thank you for this video Jeb! I’m a Supply Attendant at PDX and I can’t tell you how excited it makes me to see this light shined in what we do along side our mechanics to keep the fleet safe and in the air! I still remember taking a tour of that facility and it’s something I will remember for the rest of my career with Delta as well as the rest of my life!

[@GreenerGrass]

Thank YOU for all you do to keep us safe!

[@johno9507]

As a Aussie line maintenance mechanic for the last 27 years it's always great to see how other airlines operate.

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thank you for sharing your visit to the Delta Airlines side of their maintenance facility.

[@The_G_89]

I like what Delta has done and the reputation they’ve built within their airline. Just 1 question though,how log are they going to keep running those 717s?

[@boringtdi]

Great video, takes me back to my 6th form work experience around 2001. I was lucky to get 2 weeks in the GE service centre in South Wales, UK. I got to stand in the inlet of a GE90, one of the techs "threw" a CF fan blade to me (so light yet soooo expensive) , I did the fluro crack checking and on my last day there I got taken through the test beds and allowed to push the throtles on a RR Olympus (they did RR too for some reason), YES, THOSE RR OLYMPUS FROM A CONCORD AND VULCAN. Best moment of my life and a howl that'll stay with me forever

[@tlhskymiler]

HI Jeb! Great video! When we met at the Training Experience I did not realise that you were such a talent! You had mentioned that you did film but I did not know the extent of it. I love the clips from our Training Experience -- at about 9:45 it appears that you jump into the tank and I am behind you. The look on my face ("OMG") says it all! Keep up the good work and I hope that we will meet again sometime! Best regards Jonathan

[@GreenerGrass]

So great to hear from you!!

[@adampaulsen1266]

I have to hand it to you, your voice alone would be perfect for (positive) documentary narrations!

[@Bronxangel96]

Thank you for finally making a video about the unsung hero’s of Aviation. Aircraft Maintenance Techs! I would love to see a behind the scenes video for Line Maintenance.

[@VaporheadATC]

I worked at a very large aircraft depot in Oklahoma City. They overhauled KC-135's, B-1's, B-52's, and all the engines. Very impressive.

[@Blitz0065]

Wild that I watched a handful of your train/Amtrak videos over the years and a seemingly unrelated search for Delta Airlines Avionics brings me here. Great video.

[@GreenerGrass]

Wow, thanks!

[@mapleleafaviation304]

So many people in my life, exclusively to my classmates don’t think and understand how big and complex this world of aviation is. They just mock it not knowing that the real cost of flying on aircraft 💲 can sometimes be their lives. Thank you for sharing, and one of my interests in the aviation niche is maintenance other than pilot

[@markbrown145]

Something I never thought of before. I would like to see that line maintenance

[@johnadams2313]

Yes a line maintenance video would be very interesting!

[@zk9058]

And i thought i got a lot of packages! Love seeing behind the scenes….keep these videos coming!

[@1982MCI]

Fantastic video!! I was a jet engine mechanic for ten years in the Air Force. I’ve worked both flight line support which also included test cell and trim pad operations as well as in shop engine tear down, inspection, and build up. When I separated from the Air Force, I almost went to work at this facility but what held me back was Atlanta Georgia. I was raised in the country and brought up with farming in our blood. I never was all that fond of big city life so I turned that job down and one day later was offered another job at one of the Air Force bases I had previously been stationed at that converted from military performing their own maintenance to civilian contract maintenance so I accepted that position instead but hindsight I wish I would have gone the delta route instead cause long term would have made for a better career. I miss working on the aircraft tho every day! They are fascinating machines!!!

[@Itallianmobboss]

If you have a civilian a&p license, they will hire you

[@1982MCI]

@@Itallianmobboss they won’t hire me now brother, I’m 56 now and I’m gonna leave that job to the younger guy that is looking for a long term career to feed his family. I can’t relocate to Atlanta now and start over again at this point of my life. My days of working on aircraft are unfortunately over but it doesn’t mean I can’t envy those who still do it. Oh, how nice it would be to be 30-35 years old again and healthy and I’d jump in the truck and go but those days are long gone now unfortunately! But still never hurts to dream!! Take care brother, be safe out there

[@melbford1731]

That's unfortunate. I've seen an avionics guy being in his early 60's was even hired in 2019. I live in the country about an hour away. DELTA NEEDS MECHANICS ASAP!! Good luck! The money is my motivation 💪

[@avioncamper]

Gosh Jeb, you got into places most people will never see, jealous.... Delta has always had a great reputation as an employer and on their customer service.

[@2chuck]

You hit this one out of the park, great video of things we don't normally see. I toured the Delta Jet Base in 1972 and even then I came away confident that they could build their own airplane there. It was spotless even in areas where fuel or oil are. The one thing I noticed above all was the pride that the workers had in their facility and Company. I'm glad to see that hasn't changed. Well Done!

[@davidwolf226]

What a great change of pace for you to share this facility with all of us, Jeb! Fascinating! Thank you for your efforts.

[@lorifrederick2367]

Great video. I have taxi'd past that building many many times. Thank you for featuring all the great people behind the scenes.

[@benderandownz]

Oh yes, these videos are awesome, line maintenance would be awesome!

[@realworldissues]

At 3:00 to 5:00 those are parts that come in a truck are for schedule maintenance parts all the emergency stuff it's sent from HUB to HUB in a plane and picked up by Tech Ops. For example when delta had engine issue with 757 at LAX last year the item was overnight shipped from MSP Tech ops for the 757 and made it in time and the plane was back in service the following week.

[@RealJPMcGrath]

Like a Nascar or an F1 shop. Super cool and god bless the highly skilled maintainers that keep everything in the air! Super cool video thank you so much!

[@tylerjones3665]

Incredible video! Thanks for sharing. And thanks to all the Delta TechOps men and women who keep us all safe!

[@user-by4bc5fi4k]

My son works in delta tech ops in the engine shop and we got a tour of this massive (understatement) facility. Left feeling amazed as the sheer magnitude of what it takes to service the engines. That big a** main hangar had 3 or 4 aircraft in there we we visited and there was room for more....if you want to feel small, that's the hangar to be in!

[@daniochoa2110]

Wow! Please make more maintenance videos! Loved it

[@faroukbou-merhi1022]

Yes, I would love to see a "line maintenance" video.

[@nvkulk]

Magic is what keeps planes in the air! Great video!

[@albertoarias5048]

Bro jeb I love you man!! I got into airplanes because of you! 757 is my favorite plane. You, along with sam shui were my inspiration to get into aviation. Thank you so much for your vlogs!

[@ianmcgee9945]

This was great, and yes please for the line maintenance video!

[@Hallywood25]

Great vid!! Would love the line maintenance vid including cabin maintenance!

[@ashantedula5696]

Yes i would love to see my job in line maintenance highlighted In a video. We are the firefighters of the airlines. Fixing whatever you throw at us as quickly and safely as possible

[@petergraham2229]

Yes Line Maintenance Video would be great

[@brianweimer4188]

Jeb, this was an absolutely fantastic video!!!

[@chadnga8]

Yes! Please! Show us some line maintenance too Jeb! Love Delta TechOps!

[@Bigwill404]

Like the video, this is just a drop in the bucket of what we do. Thanks for visiting!

[@jamesf791]

Jeb, thanks so much for showing my companies unsung heros. Tech Ops, Line Maintenance and GSE (ground support equipment) are departments that many people know or think of. We all have complex jobs. It truly takes a village to make our planes fly. With your tour of the different compartments in the 767, did you get to see the compartments where crews rest? You may be surprised where they are...

[@averagehummer1213]

I love the behind the scenes content. Always so good.

[@AviationStation]

The amount of work that goes into keeping these aircraft flying is awe inspiring. Thanks for sharing!

[@antonyh37]

Delta and its operations have always intrigued me. If you ever wanted to know why Delta is confident in its aging 757 and 767 fleet, this is why. They have everything they need to keep them flying indefinitely. I love Delta, the experience on board has never failed me yet. Phenomenal!

[@gks7424]

Yes a line maintenance video would be awesome! Loving the behind the scenes videos!

[@TekTrekgamer]

100% interested in more quality videos about maintenance and the “machine” behind keeping them in the sky. Thanks for this great video!

[@thegardnerr]

Great job! Love Delta and love your videos.

[@Victor-oz3zo]

1:15 N319US is 31 years old at the time of shooting the video. Impressive maintenance indeed.

[@ibdam1]

I’ve enjoyed your travel videos for awhile but this video is, in my opinion, your best. Thank you for sharing the behind the scenes hard work of the folks who keep us flying. Thank you Delta for providing the access.

[@brendancosgrove6431]

Jeb, this is awesome! And kudos to Delta for giving you this kind of access!

[@johndornoff]

Most people never think about what it takes to keep those magnificent birds in the sky. Thanks for the outstanding video gives a glimpse into a part of aviation that few ever get to see.

[@thecloutpilot3591]

Hey Jeb! Just so you know, this video is being used as a required watch for an assignment on airline ops at my University! Keep it up!

[@GreenerGrass]

That is awesome! Thanks for letting me know. Happy studies!!

[@scottlyttle5586]

Regarding those vats of chemicals, 25ish years ago, I was in Nashville, visiting "The Aerostructures Corporation" (formerly Vought) with my local SAE student chapter. They made airplane wings there.. seeing a 200 foot long wing on a vacuum table with a 4 spindle CNC machine working was one of the most impressive things I've ever seen.. but they also had a number of tanks where the material had to go through a chemical cleaning and prep process. And, they also did some composite wing stuff with carbon fiber and autoclaves. I've been in the Tech Ops building once or twice as a result of the support work I do related to a particular airline.

[@Kaviationfilms]

Awesome job! These videos are very informative and entertaining! Your videos never fail to impress me. Keep it up 👍

[@5015dsm1]

I was fortunate to take that tour! Mind boggling logistics and engineering of these jets and planes!

[@chipwilliams403]

Wow, amazing video. I'm sure I'll watch it over and over again. Thanks so much for producing this for all your viewers!

[@I_am_Allan]

When they have the engine lifted and being tested ... can they measure the weight of it accurately enough, to say if they are missing a screw or bolt?

[@alexbinseattle]

Brilliant video. Testament to the people of TechOps! Would love more like this.

[@ctbt1832]

Very good video. You should do videos like this for all the airlines.