Stig Shift #56 (Aircraft Maintenance Adventures)

[@kevinjresendes8639]

Stig - thank you for keeping us all safe and thank you for the videos! Lunch on me, brother.

[@StigAviation]

Kevin I can’t express to you how much I appreciate your kindness and your generosity. You did not need to do that. I’m here simply for you and to all my viewers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness. You definitely got me smiling and you definitely got me plenty of coffee. Thank you so much Kevin

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Very cool Kevin. Thanks from all of us.

[@ForTheBirbs]

Wow. How wonderfully generous of you!

[@XX-166]

We’re almost @100K subscribers…. LETSSSS GOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

[@ichbins3306]

Another episode of stig shift before bed time. One of my favourite things to do. Thank you so much Stig. Greetings from Germany❤

[@AnthonyTheaviationenthusiast]

I love stig ‘shoft’ ❤

[@Marineio]

Shofts are much more enjoyable

[@Mayormayor47]

The shofter side of -Sears- Stig

[@StigAviation]

🤣🤣🤣

[@CaUb-y4q]

🤣​@@StigAviation

[@Radiant-m5m]

@@StigAviation😂

[@IzScar69]

31:06 see the first officer peakin out and smilling haha :)

[@bm03431]

Here I was thinking pcmcia stood for people can't memorize computer industry acronyms :D

[@captainmichael787]

I’m on my 2nd week in broward college aircraft mechanic program and I’m absolutely loving it thank you so much for channeling me into this career

[@Joshua-at-Ley]

I woke up in the middle of the night and to my surprise: Stig has uploaded a 50-min vid. Thanks a bunch, Stig!

[@ForTheBirbs]

Another awesome Stig video! Adventure and education. Thank you again for what you and your colleagues do to keep us safe in the air. Cheers

[@I.J.1981.]

You sound tired my friend. Enjoy your well deserved relaxation time. Looking forward to the next video from a fully recharged Stig. You're powered by something far more powerful than Lithium batteries or nuclear power. You're powered by pure passion and enthusiasm for your job, and it is reflected in all of your videos. Maybe throw in a bit of caffeine and Jet A1 to kickstart your days. Much love from Australia brother. Enjoy your time off!

[@kofeyh]

Stiiiiiig! Good morning (or evening). Another shift, another nerd out session on all things maintenance; love to see it!

[@gregizzo8349]

Another AMAZING video! Thank you for showing the APU again! It’s kinda weird about that FDR /CVR failed 4 minutes before collision… LMAO, that PTU made me jump as I had the volume cranked for the sweet sounds… Have a great week, and I send my love to everyone involved in the fires, breaks my heart.

[@joanieswanson570]

Stig; thank you so very much for everything you do and your in-depth insight into your profession. Your words, wisdom and and thought provoking opinions are complete, concise and full of kindness and optimism. The latter two being more of what we need. Thank you so much for showing the Mexican firefighters. I’ve mentioned before that I was a firefighter for 20 years. Wild land firefighting - fire storm firefighting - is a world away from what I knew. I appreciate every bit of ‘plane’ old stuff you share every week. And Zeto is awesome. Thank you for suggesting him. Take care, be safe and rub those kitty cat tummies from me.

[@NoMoreLibs]

AA, the most unimaginative livery since I can remember.

[@richardlewis4288]

Loved the silver bird when I was a mechanic there (EWR) Not crazy about present scheme.

[@FreeWillinTX]

I think present scheme is a mix / play to US buying them. You can see the influence, but just my opinion. US final had elements of HP who bought them...I think just some "tradition" at play.

[@airborne5607]

Heck yeah man. Another stig shift. You are less then 1k away from 100k subs. I'm here for it can't wait

[@philipcollura2669]

My heart goes out the Jet Blue folks that discovered those bodies. The memory will probably haunt them for many years.

[@astridmj327]

Love from Australia always Stig, you keep me going more than you know. Thanks for being here and being you. Aviation is the most special. Enjoy your rest - you deserve it 💕

[@lmedina10]

Awesome!! Just arrived home and Stigs video comes on!! I always know that hearing “Good Morning everybody” from Stig and seeing the coffee in hand! Will be great way to end a long day at work!! ✈️ Time to enjoy learning something new! 😊

[@anthonyjackson8624]

Awesome video those elevators on the United plane we’re dancing around

[@AlexOutdoors1]

Yet another Stig shift we always appreciate it ❤

[@Joshua-at-Ley]

What fascinating is the agility and flexibility and extensive knowledge you've got. Stig can move from checking and/or fixing 737MAX to A320 to 787. Wow.

[@Rwalt61]

Thanks, Stig for your aviation education to teach us yahoos what's happening when we fly somewhere.

[@frankyochoa8998]

Hello there stig I hope you're doing awesome. Hey nice on seeing the big airbus a380s thanks for showing have a good day friend

[@fiifiward]

We sincerely appreciate your insightful and entertaining videos, Stig. Your dedication to passenger safety is evident in your hard work, and we value your contributions. Enjoy your time off, and we eagerly anticipate your next video.

[@HumInTheDrum]

Love the detail explanation of all the planes system! It definitely sus with the Korean flight, they are trying to cover up something for sure

[@eddiejex9489]

Thank you Stig for everything you do! From working long hours during the holidays, for keeping the planes safe but everybody safe! ❤ hope you can enjoyed your vacation! Enjoy it to the fullest! Safe travels 😊

[@kevinschmitt845]

Another amazing video as always stig. I appreciate watching these more than you’ll ever know. Stressful days I love to just melt away watching your long form videos, and learning about an amazing industry. Thanks for working your butt off for the safety of us, but also to let us have a sneak peek into the job you get to do.

[@BlackDragg]

44:00 do pilots alternate which engine starts first. Just curious.

[@Insane823]

Why is there a normal socket at the top of the airbus wheel well, is that to plug in tools for maintenance?

[@nekolivegaming]

44:00 ah the sound of a Leap-1A starting up, Would love to hear one of your NGs start, one of the things i loved whenever one of our main airlines SAS still had 737's before the swicthed to the 320's was that sweet sound of CFM-56 goodness startin up. Only Norwegian operates 737's and 737 Maxes as far as im aware here in Norway besides from maybe some international carriers. Love all your work stig! thanks for keepin us all safe

[@JimmyfromtheNorth01]

How often do the LED packs on the 737 exterior lights go out? Do individual lights go out and need to be replaced?

[@gamehulk]

Nice shot of KMIA at the end. Hope you enjoy your time off!

[@FreeWillinTX]

Great info Stig, thanks as always!

[@nicflatterie7772]

Did you see the Canadian CL215s? Damn that’s a big tire pressure meter 😂. I love it!

[@WestCoastWheelman]

Of all the ASMR categories on KZbin, I never thought aircraft maintenance would be one. But here we are 👌😊👍

[@DSH1092]

My son and i watch these vids together almost everyday, Thanks Stig.

[@ForTheBirbs]

23:35 and 28:23 As a (medically) retired volunteer fire-fighter of 40+ years in NSW Rural Fire Service, and former job-wise, in Government fire research lab, my heart goes out to all in California. Well done Mexico.

[@andrewrixon2347]

Good Morning Stig…I know that when aircraft fly through volcanic clouds it can seriously screw up the engines ( the infamous British Airways “glider” springs to mind) but with the horrible fires you’re having in the LA area will engineers be paying special attention to engines and air filtration in the aircraft if there’s that much particulate matter in the air ? …..great videos as always my friend. Thoughts & prayers to all the firefighters & emergency services.

[@terrygivens132]

You are so right Stig this fire disaster brings out the best in humanity despite what we hear in the news. It’s absolutely beautiful to see ppl coming to help Southern California. That fire and smoke plumes are massive.

[@ritterengine1289]

Always a joy to watch these videos.

[@ethansmith6009]

Good video as always!

[@terrygivens132]

Thanks Stig for another Stig Shift. It is so curious about the loss of information from the Korean flight should be interesting as we hear more information.✈️

[@jspafford]

Still use an analog fire pressure gage. Wow. Where’s your slide ruler?

[@Fix_em_jets]

37:36 that IDG door was a poor decision with the 1/4 turn fasteners. Why? Why couldn’t they just have done the normal speed locks?!?

[@raulenriquemoya6292]

THANK YOU for all your effort to inform us of aircraft operations and issues. You are so much valued

[@lmedina10]

Great video Stig! Thank you for taking us all along on this adventure!

[@ForTheBirbs]

22:10 Wow, three flying office blocks!

[@LasPlaneSpotting]

Goooood mooorning Stig!!!!

[@Kevin-bz7hj]

Love your videos I have learned so much. Keep up the good work and be safe out there.

[@notsumo]

First! Always love a new Stig "shoft" episode! Your content never fails to make my day. of course until it ends then i have no idea what to do 😂

[@ZaphodHarkonnen]

Because I'm sure there will be people wondering. The reason you have a breaker in the flight deck for the FDR and CVR is that after certain incidents the flight crew will be required to pull the breaker so that the data on the FDR and CVR is not overwritten. It's enitrely possible for some incidents to result in the aircraft sitting on the ground for an hour or more with the APU running. So if the CVR isn't stopped you may lose data. This isn't just a possibility either. It has occured several times that the breaker was not pulled after landing due to an incident and orgs like the NTSB had nothing of use on the CVR since it had 90 mins of empty cockpit noises. EDIT: The Baby C-130 looking thing at 27:55 is a C-27J. Looks like of the Italian Air Force. Uses the same engines as the C-130J and has a similar fuselage diameter.

[@lloureiroh]

Yet another stig 'shoft' love it!

[@peterplatt72]

Where has cargo been? Was always one of my favorite segments in the video.

[@DColcla]

Hello from MIA. Let’s do this!

[@StigAviation]

Cheers. Was just there. Got back today. Miami was beautiful this time of year

[@100TCrow]

Just in time for dinner. New episode, new things to learn. Cheers

[@DanTaron-l5o]

I for worked for Teledyne and was a software engineer for the ACMS, Cool to see it in your video.

[@ForTheBirbs]

26:30 She really wants to fly! 😅😊 And FOD alert!

[@javbw]

Thanks for the great video 🤗 - Question: When is a scrape or missing paint a witness mark to something being bent/damaged/out of alignment? No doubt there are many inconsequential dings & scrapes - but when have you noticed an important one that led to a discovery of needed repair? Keep those triple-sevens & plastic princesses coming my way to Haneda!

[@Infinite_Butter_Real]

Good video. Love it, it teaches me a lot about these beautiful jets

[@Tigerfan2019]

I just wanted to say I enough your videos. I just passed my general written and I am now starting airframe. Your videos always give me something to look forward to when I graduate because like most people that have gone through school, they know it can get boring sometimes.

[@pauly540]

16:59 anyone else notice all the screws holding the voice recorder cover appear to be loose?😮

[@TheRipper5418]

I saw on another channel that the "cap/cover" in the center of the engine has those stripes painted in a circular pattern are there to prevent birds from flying into the engine. Just wondering if that is true. I always wondered why those stripes were there. Thanks

[@bmused55]

It should be noted that Boeing offered a free backup battery for the recorders on the entire NG series, but up until 2010 it was not mandatory for FAA approved aircraft, and was not mandatory for EASA approved aircraft until 2022. So many airlines did NOT select the battery backup option. Even though it was free. The JeJu aircraft was built in 2009, ordered by Ryanair. Who apparently did not opt for the backup batteries. And Jeju seems to have opted to not retrofit the batteries as they do not operate in FAA or EASA airspace.

[@jayryia]

As always, nice stuff man. Been here watching CAL and some other airlines this side deal with the whole Space X diversions.

[@gazgraham]

Another great episode. On the thrust reversers I’m assuming the actuators are under the external engine cowl as when you look through the engine from the back I maybe not seeing them. Do they also have to drop in a bit to be able to retract?

[@siranushgasparian5009]

👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@phoenixmerchen]

Stig Shoft, let’s go!

[@tommytutone2584]

This guy is so damn meticulous I would let him fly me to China without a pilot's license! Thank you Stig! Youre amazing

[@JhonCristal]

He has his ppl at least!

[@edschoenstein1893]

With all of the fires son Southern CA hope you can stay safe

[@Chair___]

I only ever see 2 380s in SFO. only because currently we can only fit 2 of them in the international gates. Only Emirates and British.

[@ryanmarto7107]

Love stig shoft

[@Murdock068]

That is awesome the Mexico is helping California. I'm glad your family is save. is it just me or does the plastic princess look really short or is it just me from my prospective it looks like a A321 looks longer.

[@DARKERDRAKEN]

love these videos inspires me even more to chase this career. also did u see the video of that guy who missed his flight and ran out to the taxi and got vacuumed into the engine. HOWS THAT EVEN POSSIBLE

[@ebbeollman1198]

People tends to forget the Like button a lot. It¨s not uncommon alike folks that watch certain channels a lot and take them for granted.

[@zeron.rendezvous]

lets gooo another stig video

[@RichardLewis-g4e]

High power run up reminds me of an F-4 Phantom a few decades past. Not our squadron but they had the AC chocked and chained. The mechanic hit afterburner and broke chains and jumped chocks. Skid marks from brakes was about 200 feet before he could retard throttle. Very scary! All safe.

[@ronaldjames]

Hell yes another one

[@berlinberlin4246]

I really hope the retrofit of RIPS / the 10min backup battery for the CVR and FDR will be mandatory on all 737

[@jjstevenz]

34:18 yooo did someone fire up the APU with u in there? LOL

[@superpranay]

Your videos have been amazing. A new addiction for me. One question. The lights on the landing gear. Have they started using led lights too. Because I see some aircraft which project a yellow light and some have white light in India.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Stig how are you doing with the fires. Also I need to see you adding oil to an APU. Just booked a flight Seattle to Sydney on Hawaiian Air. Definitely ETOPS. Have a 2 hr layover in Honolulu. Is that enough time for a bumper to bumper ETOPS? Thanks for sharing about the stowaways and the Korean jet. Very sketchy. Never mind about the APU. I commented before the vid was over lol

[@ctadam12]

What's with that TUI 737 that had the nose gear collapse at the gate?

[@seagullsbtn]

Looking forward to AA getting some A321 XLR and the changes the extra fuel tank creates.

[@erwinwheeler124]

I have one question doesn't Ash hurt the intake from an engine I am a subscriber to your Channel keep up the good work😊

[@ollybell106]

On the 737 high power run, if the brakes failed/released would the chocks actually stop the aircraft or would the power just push the AC over them?

[@IzScar69]

34:22 the apu started made you and me scare that might be super hot right?

[@747FoSophie]

I have watched a lot of aircraft disasters and is it possible the pilots could pull the breakers which could turn off the recorders? I just got off my long break and I'm back to flying, so here's greetings from a hotel room in Seoul.

[@BrandonSmith-zs8pe]

I’m on my way to New Zealand from Dallas I’ll be flying on American Airlines 787-9 this will be my first time flying on a dream liner I will be sitting in the middle of a plane in the middle row I have my fingers crossed that I get all three seats to myself great job making another amazing video I have a question does 787-9 have the GE or the Rolls-Royce engines

[@stephenmorris9320]

Thanks for all your wonderful videos I throughly enjoy watching them. American is my choice of airlines. Have a question about weight and balance. Do the aircraft have a scale on them and if so how do they work? Thanks. And enjoy your days off

[@Mysticcc_17]

i love these vids haha from china

[@dreadlocksoutdoors492]

which aircraft type provide the best chance for stowaways?

[@fuzzybarnes5124]

In several Airlines its madatory to erase the DCVR if the plane gets out of any maintenance. Noone is interested in the chatter of the Mechanics

[@jeremylcamp]

1:12 it's just having a bad day cut it the bird some slack 😉

[@TheBoringNova]

Can we get a goooooooooood morning Vietnam!

[@fionawimber1028]

1:10 that 737 wasn't in a good mood I guess XD

[@aaronjackson9882]

Hey stig, when you do your servicing on the airplanes do you use boesheild for lubrication on the threads of bolts and nuts?..just curious because when I service rental bikes & ebike chains I always say that they smell like a freshly serviced aircraft (minus I've never been on a flight)

[@richardbest5385]

Did you have to write up everything you do like seat cushions

[@AffectionateDalmatian-gj7cl]

I think that will be a recommendation back up power they will find out what did happen

[@ringmaster146]

Is it true the 777 engine diameter is the same as the 737 fuselage? Also, it would be great to see footage from inside a nose wheel lift tug. Thanks Stig ❤ much love from ireland.

[@abraham5047]

Did you hear about the George T baker and AA partnership!!! I’ll be seeing you soon!

[@StigAviation]

Yes. I did. I was there at the ceremony 🤗

[@abraham5047]

@ that’s awesome!!! Some of my friends are undergoing the hiring process rn for base in tulsa, they are basically guaranteed the job if they do decently well in the interview, hopefully I’ll be heading there soon, this is my last year of school, I’m really excited for the future!