What's Inside an Aircraft Mechanic's Toolbox?

[@64wing]

My number 1 piece of advice for all new mechanics is: the toolbox doesn't make you money; the tools do. Accrue a really nice array of quality tools. Once you don't need to borrow tools from others in the shop, (and things are literally stacking up in your box) it's time to invest in the shiny professional box. Edited to add: Nice video, James. Looks like you're at a nice facility gaining great experience. I hope you continue to enjoy your occupation and that great things happen for you. We need more guys like you to join our ranks!

[@JamesSullivans]

Well put

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

​@@JamesSullivansget screwdrivers with bolsters. If a screw is stuck, tap it with a small hammer. Should come out. Faster and easier than using goop in it .

[@sadiqjesani6517]

Not an AP Mechanic, but an automotive mechanic this video was done well, I enjoyed watching this. Love tools !💚

[@sinnerbornninja5047]

Hey just a shout out from Canada! Im learning to become an aircraft mechanic as we speak and i just wanted to say i always watch your videos for more inspiration and how the actual job gonna be! Your videos defiantly help motivate me more to be an Aircraft Mechanic! Keep it up! Ps We also watch your videos in class in groups sometimes!

[@JamesSullivans]

Thank you! That is so awesome you guys watch them in class!!

[@vegasmax2662]

James Sullivan do you have a category A mechanic licence?

[@JamesSullivans]

I have an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license with Inspector Authorization.

[@vegasmax2662]

James Sullivan thanks bro, keep up the sick videos!!

[@awadramy1]

best of luck bro !!! i am doing the same here in nyc

[@mybumbrash]

11:35 you know a really good way to stop this happening, is to make a shadow for your tool. That way instead of opening up your tool draw and trying to think of all the things that should be in there, you can actually see without effort the missing gaps.

[@Moarmilk]

Yes funny how I searched aviation toolbox and no one seems to shadow their tools, but where I work we're required to and have them set in foam

[@leonardpadin869]

That's how we do it in the military. Absolutely no aviation toolbox without a pre cut foam insert.

[@justing42]

Never had foam in my box ever

[@ryanwest6238]

Good info for those of us still in school! Thanks James. Love the channel.

[@Unlucky13_s]

Hey James, striving aviation mechanic here, study at ATI in Chesapeake Virginia. Your channel is awesome and just wanted to say thanks for the content!

[@andrewmorgan7500]

Wow, I was expecting a lot more, I guess you could say airplane specific tools. Thank you for making these videos.

[@TMM6900]

This is the by far the best any trade tool box tour + explanation

[@flyingAMT]

Thanks James. I'm using your vids for new A&P students. Keep 'em coming!

[@JamesSullivans]

No way!? Where are you showing them? If it's local I would be happy to come speak with your students about any subject you would want.

[@flyingAMT]

Thanks for the offer, but Oklahoma is probably a bit out of your way!

[@charlestait5303]

James, Those very thin open end wrenches are called "tappet" wrenches. Before you were born valve tappets had to be adjusted with two wrenches and a thin one was needed.

[@Inventi0ns]

I'm so glad I found this channel on Friday! The PC-12 is one my favorites and your videos show a completely different side of them especially to someone who has never seen one in person. Hope to see more from you soon!

[@JamesSullivans]

Glad you are enjoying :) I have tons of other videos to keep you busy while I work on the next one

[@speedylegs8]

dear new mechanics, invest in a good ratcheting screwdriver, very useful

[@JamesSullivans]

yep - they are a huge help

[@awadramy1]

thanks dude

[@SynysterGoose]

Snap on for sure

[@yzf3300]

Fuck that shit, you're still gonna get carpal tunnel, USE A DRILL!

[@danielcwellsjr.2761]

YEAH!!! i got a snappon that you can change the length of the shank and i use it EVERY DAY!! that and small 90 degree ratcheting screw driver use that for the hard to reach places

[@AlexanderEddy]

I always love seeing tool videos. I have the same set of duckbills, love the grips on the Snap On ones.

[@andrewwilliams5844]

James! I just thought I’d let you know I start my AP school in a week and I’ve been watching all your videos learning all sorts of stuff! Thank you much for putting these out, and I’m hoping you’ll start producing content again!

[@JamesSullivans]

That's rad man! Where are you studying?

[@andrewwilliams5844]

@@JamesSullivans TCAT in Nashville!

[@JamesSullivans]

Oh crazy - I live in Nashville now. Hit me up on LinkedIn if you wanna grab a coffee sometime. I don't always check the KZbin messages

[@ShawnAllen615]

I live in Nashville and I get my A&P in August!

[@ShawnAllen615]

I work on Black Hawks currently at BNA

[@kaspermichels]

I will be referring to this video at a later date when I need to buy tools. I also think this is one of my favorite videos from you. Thank you for putting this video up and all the other ones you have inspired me to become an aircraft mechanic for which I am currently going to school for

[@oisintyrrell1787]

I just got my apprenticeship in Dublin Ireland these videos are so fun I can’t wait to get started 👍

[@mythril4]

I love seeing those Husky Tools! They don't break, very comfortable, they are manufactured well, they'll last your whole life, they have the lifetime warranty (like you'll need it), and best of all, they are very reasonably priced. I've used Husky all my life, after heavy use, abuse and torment, I've use the warranty two times in 20 years. I still have my first half inch drive from 19 years ago, still performs like I got it from the store. Other can have their Snap-On, I'll take the Husky tools, have bigger selection and go on more trips VS paying the tool guy.

[@johnnymedia7891]

Awesome video. I recently received my Airframe License and currently finishing my Powerplant course. I'm going to show my class this video tomorrow since most of us are curious of what tools we will need entering the industry.

[@JamesSullivans]

That's awesome! Where do you do to school?

[@johnnymedia7891]

Delaware Technical Community College

[@SteevEdits]

I've already seen this video, Johnny. Watching again. lmao

[@lsullivan0202]

Editing deja vu at 8:31 Nice peek into your toolbox, I like the cigar

[@thatmechanicguy8773]

Pretty cool and insightful. Very different from an auto mechanic’s box as far as the quantity of tools you’ll need. Thanks for the video.

[@SF-ul2mr]

My go to is definitely get a higher quality safety wire plier

[@mathiasweber8772]

Safy Faizy mibar is still the best

[@smilingcopycat]

Try Bahcos, pretty expensive (130$) but veeery good...

[@smilingcopycat]

I think you mean Milbar..?

[@charleywalker2982]

Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.

[@ChristianD_Avionics]

I just got an entry level job for working on planes and this is very helpful. Thank you.

[@Garrastazuful]

Awesome video! Great explanation about tools and a good class for the FAA test.

[@davidd6635]

Good Job James! Always enjoy the James Sullivan Show!

[@Avi-dn5my]

Your CEO, Mr. Potter, used to be my CEO (Frontier) Back when Frontier was a great airline to work for... 2000-2008ish, good times... Now they're the worst ones out there... No thanks to B. Bedford and Indigo Parteners.... PC-12's are a badass plane to work on... Love 'em!!!

[@crisbraga5917]

THANK YOU James ! I am a teacher and you are helping me a lot! THANKS! I will invite my mechanic students to visit and give a LIKE TO YOUR VIDEOS ! Excellent!!

[@jetbrz2721]

I grew up watching your videos and wanted to be a airplane mechanic because they were very cool and you made it seem fun! 4 years later I am now in A and P school, close to finishing and I have no idea what happened to you. Hope everything is okay. I will keep re watching your helpful vids. Hopefully someone can reply to me what happened to you.

[@JamesSullivans]

Happy you followed through and got your license! I'm working as a pilot now flying the 767 for ATI

[@jetbrz2721]

@@JamesSullivans What !!! That’s so cool dude! Happy for you as well. Thanks for replying, me and my buddies all know about you and all had the same question. We can now sleep in peace hahaha but seriously good for you man! 🤝💯

[@lsullivan0202]

Also, the closing song/bit to new mechanics is a nice combo. Solid song choice. Luv how you edit bro

[@JamesSullivans]

Thanks dude!!

[@opl500]

Does the Snap-On tool truck ever come by, lol?

[@aspincelaframboise5300]

There is no need for snapsoff eh… Ü

[@aspincelaframboise5300]

@rr ch; Some S. Off tools are exellent. I have 45 yrs as an industrial mecanic and have NEVER bought these tools. I've worked with guys who own and use S.O tools but they can't/won't lend them and continually worry about theft. Kids in trade schools today are being ripped off by S.O guys. They are sold some bullshit that they will never be a REAL mecanic without S.O tools; and they leave trade school 25,000 dollars in dept with a little toolbox under their arm eh...

[@Mistyfgdf]

@@aspincelaframboise5300 So leaving school in debt by 25k is normal, but the snap on part is bs? Worried cause Corona rn and i wanna get into the industry in 3 years (Graduate highschool next year, and 2 years of aviation school)

[@deltahawk1001]

@@Mistyfgdf Aircraft mechanics don't tend to abuse their tools as much as automotive guys. (mostly because corrosion is controlled better than in automotive) As a result Husky, Kobalt, Craftsman, etc. are just fine for the majority of your tools. Some Snap-On stuff is nice to have, but there is no need for the vast majority of it, rather it is a nice thing to have that can be acquired slowly over the years. Gearwrench make great quality tools for a very reasonable price, and industrial brands like Proto, Wright, and Williams are all great options that are, in many cases, the same tool as their tool truck counterpart but much cheaper. You will find many aircraft mechanics are the least brand-picky of any mechanics.

[@Mistyfgdf]

@@deltahawk1001 Odds of finding a Aircraft mechanic now doe lol It doesnt seem good for the industry... but what do i know.

[@zlatimirzdravkov8940]

Cool ! I dream of such toolbox ! Congrats, James !

[@bobbailey4954]

Good job nice presentation. I didn't see any hole finders I found them very handy for sheet metal repair.

[@52rockinbob]

In the Air Force,we used to use Comet Cleanser to use for screw extraction, as you use valve compound.

[@mybumbrash]

You smooth out sealant with a squeegy. We put tape right up close to the gap, then fill it, then with a wooden thing that you get with coffee from McDonald's, but it's a bit bigger, use that to smooth it down. Then pull tape.

[@colton9149]

This is an awesome video man, It really helps a lot and I'd like to see another video explaining what the tools are used for and what not if you wanna make one!

[@JamesSullivans]

ill make it happen!

[@abdullah1299]

Yo James, I would totally sit through a couple of hours of your explaining each and every tool!!

[@_P0tat07_]

Very neat bud. I really love that custom toolbox paint job. Also good to see a younger person in the trades. You got a lot of work ahead of you, good luck!

[@obsoleteprofessor2034]

Please discuss why you spot/inventory your tools. In the Air Force our tool boxes had foam cutouts and we inventoried tools after every job and shift change.

[@nath3n734]

Currently in the process of joining the navy. Planning on going for an AME in the military which is an Aircraft Structural Mechanic Safety equipment. After my service im hoping to work at Chicago O'Hare to work on big planes!

[@Titantramp4u]

Surprised you don't have a set of double open end wrenches with a 30 deg head on one side and a 60 deg on the other....helped me get loose bolts/nuts where the standard 30 deg wouldn't work. I do agree on the wood top... Been a long time since I worked in the aviation trade....and yes I have my A&P... Thanks for the video...

[@michalw1702]

Great videos, James, I'm waiting for more maintenance stuff. Greets from fellow aircraft mechanic from Poland.

[@mathewlehr]

I just enrolled in Aviation Maintenance Technology today. I have the opportunity to go to school for free since my last job was moved out of the country. I can't wait to start at the end of the month.

[@JamesSullivans]

That's great to hear Matthew!

[@Optatius]

Going through A&P school. Id note that a tool box with shallow and more drawers is more handy than fewer and deeper drawers as A&P tools arent generally bulky like auto mechanic tools. Would also shadow my tools to make it quick and easy to see if anything is missing before signing off work.

[@briannusser1407]

I know guys that graduated A&P school with me and are in more debt with snap-on than they are with schooling. I still rock a harbor freight tool cart/box. I have everything I need, but then again my hangar kinda serves as my "box".

[@JamesSullivans]

Yup its sad but true. I love tools but I am too financially savvy to finance anything

[@robertpope3619]

Nusser Aerospace I am with you too buddy. I personally only purchase Mac, Matco or Snap On for specific tooling and that is it. I'm glad you made that comment👌

[@scz71man]

I can agree with you on the debt part. There are people that i work with who owe more on the tool trucks than they owe for their house. I have spent about $40k in the past few years on tools but i have bought everything with cash and a lot of the hand tools i bought used off of ebay/craigs list since the stuff has a life time no questions asked warranty anyway. I try to stick with name brand tools for my most used stuff though because i use them to make my living.

[@SynysterGoose]

Somethings you just need snap on, but not everything

[@mythril4]

My whole toolbox is virtually all Husky, I have no performance or tool longevity issues in 20 years, Think I've used the tool warranty twice in 20 years. I like to use my money on my personal interests, not spend it all on the tool guy.

[@ralphdyaz3914]

Incredibly helpful video! I'm just getting started and your guidance is very valuable . Thank you. Ralph.... LAX

[@cf_tang]

Hey, James. I am an aircraft maintenance engineer from Macau. How are you doing now? It has been long time you didn't upload your vlog in KZbin. Your vlog is very helpful for fresh guys in Aviation.

[@Mistyfgdf]

"Engine was totaled because they left a rag near the inlet" ... Did all of them get fired?

[@nicolecampbell9526]

Super helpful video!! Thank you. I just switched career courses and plan to start working on my A&P license in the fall. What do you recommend learning first? I haven't been around tools very much, and I don't want to be super behind before school even starts. Keep it up with the awesome content!

[@Jolinator]

Congrats on 6k subs! killer toolbox

[@JamesSullivans]

Thanks so much dude! I cant believe the growth ive had!

[@JamesSullivans]

We do use nylon insert self locking fasteners in limited applications in aviation. The best that I can tell mechanical locking fasteners are used in high temp applications or where the fastener may be exposed to the elements. For example you won't find a nylon locking nut on a jet engine sense the high temps would grade the nylon insert. Thanks for the question!

[@stefanygil3458]

I would love to see a video of you explaining every tool and what you use it for

[@lexel90]

at the end were you talked about checking that every tool you used is back in your box, that is the part were fitting foam inlays come in handy a friend of mine here in germany is an aircraft mechanic and he is only allowed to use the tools in the cart and nothing else (in germany you dont use private tools, the company you work for is providing the tools) every tool has its place in the foam inlay and the inlay is designed with a black top layer and a bright yellow bottom layer so you can easily spot a missing tool companys like stahlwille even sell ready to use sets for aircraft mechnics with this system

[@JamesSullivans]

Yeah I plan to foam my box when I think I have all the tools I need. My last company provided the tooling which was really nice

[@dadams8086]

James, you might consider a set of Knipex parallel pliers. Great for holding or turning streamlined wires. Way better than channel locks any time you need such a tool.

[@JamesSullivans]

Great tool, already got em!

[@Ukowyeslo]

@@JamesSullivans dudeeee!! Can you post more? Please I love your content

[@Ukowyeslo]

@@JamesSullivans post more please

[@noahgriffith6163]

Great video James. Thanks!

[@jeffreymasar2946]

That’s awesome man I have the same box. It was given to me! I would love to do something like that.

[@johnjaeger7928]

That was an excellent video ,you were very descriptive .and getting the point across that a 5000,00 tool box isn't necessary ,I was a vw mech years ago and I fell into the tool truck trap . why wait you can get that tool today just sign here .thanks for. A great &educationable vid

[@Sambuca123]

I just got those grip super thin wrenches, they are super useful.

[@waqarsyed6641]

Awesome demonstration

[@baileyblack669]

I just found your channel and love the videos. I am starting A&P school in Southern California next month and just finished up getting my tools. It was so hard to find duck bill pliers! Just wondering what they are used for mostly and thanks for sharing these videos, love the PC-12 btw sweet airplane.

[@faainspector9699]

Bailey Black Sears sells duckbill pliers...........nice ones

[@baileyblack669]

FAA Inspector I wound up finding them there. They are very nice and A&P school is flying by super fast. :)

[@chadkassab5129]

Thanks James I’m starting my first job as an A&P next week.

[@madmarkstoys]

You are a amazing dude Sullivan

[@born2flyau]

I am new to your channel and I am enjoying it a lot. Keep up the good work. I love the PC12 great aircraft. Just one thing goig through your tool box you mention a Compass 8:12 I was taught at school that a compass was an instrument to tell if you are Eg: flying North , South, East or West where as a "Pair of Compasses" is used for drawing circles.

[@davidcastanedamarin3510]

Thanks for that important information James!

[@Enrique0097]

Studying for my a&p. Thanks for sharing!

[@tealtazmanian966]

EXCELLENT all the way thru. Your advice about the price and wuality is dead-on. I'm retired now but I seldom bought the TOOL TRUCK BRANDS because they are just super inflated and a tiny shinnyer...(NEW WORD). I have several thousands of dollars in my tools and boxes...YEAH, after almost 55yrs as a mechanic and it all adds up. HOWEVER, I didn't just go hog wild in the beginning. I bought mostly bare necessity tools from SEARS and HARBOR FREIGHT with the LIFETIME WARRANTY. I've got new for you, THEY STILL GET THE JOBS DONE JUST FINE and I kept more wage for the family and my toys, which are many. You only need to buy those SPECIALTY TOOLS of better quality from a TOOL TRUCK only because they are as stated; SPECIALTY TOOLS. I've NEVER had an issue with any warranty at Harbor Freight,,,ever. I have with a name brand tool truck tho...go figure? Another great video and keep them coming like this.

[@williamwerner1570]

What’s the name of the torch in your video and where did you buy it?

[@addischelsea3590]

Thanks men !! Very interesting video. I have a Question for u I'm graduating Aviation maintenance school so what kind tools I have to buy ? Thanks

[@origin6229]

Thoseow profile wrenches look awesome

[@v-raze1823]

Another fantastic video! Lots of great information. I just wanted to say thanks again for making all these. Yesterday I made a college decision- I'm going to a local technical school to complete their program and get my A&P. While I know your job isn't necessarily representative of the industry as a whole, your videos have been a great help with getting an idea if I'd enjoy that kind of work. You've also given great advice in this and other videos- I'm actually a bit surprised how few tools you seem to need to get started, and there were a lot of great tips in here about them. It's really fantastic that you're making videos about all this, it's a great resource for other mechanics and technicians, and people interested in the field. Did have a question- what's your opinion on and/or experience with buying used tools rather than brand new?

[@JamesSullivans]

+Vlad_343 thanks for the kind words and congrats on the career choice! Used tools are fine but if you're going used make sure they have a warranty. I bought my snap on needlenose pliers from eBay and the jaws are pretty worn out. Next time I see the snap on truck I'll get them replaced free of charge though

[@v-raze1823]

Cool, thanks for the advice! I keep hearing that a good warranty is one of the main things to look out for with professional tools, I'll be sure to keep it in mind.

[@calpal9983]

Love it. Pretty much love anything you upload though, James. Any plans for part 2 of the Cub annual?

[@JamesSullivans]

I didn't have time to film it unfortunately. I'll try to get it the next one I do

[@angelreading5098]

Tools are made from Chrome Vanadium case hardened but brittle inside the shell no matter who the maker is,the thinner the tool the more likely it is to snap one day and snap they do ! it only takes one flaw to weaken them and any overload will spell disaster,you have to work out whether it is worth spending the extra on Snap On,do they offer replacements for life ? heard so many stories when things go wrong and the tool breaks so this is important to take this into consideration,the problem with ratchet tools is they have to be made to high tolerances to be any good,if they are sloppily made then they will not last long and you will gash your hand too as the thing explodes,buying tools today must be a nightmare for aircraft workers,as regards lost tools in aircraft then adopt what the RAF do and make a shadow board set up,check it at the end of the working day to make sure every tool is accounted for,another great video James offering food for thought,love your tool box decor too !

[@mybumbrash]

Angel Reading Yea a shadowed tool box is mandatory in Australia.

[@Moarmilk]

In NZ mandatory and where I work policy is tools set in contrasting foam

[@LegoboyN781]

Ah yes, I love being harassed by military mechanics for using safety wire pilers instead of my hands 😂

[@justing42]

I used safety wire pliers my entire military career

[@shopdog831]

we used to use soldering irons that heated by shotgun blanks hen working in remote places

[@Lehmerable]

Hi James, great video. Can you please send me the link for that butane soldering iron/ torch (preferably an Amazon link)?

[@MrShobar]

These large roll-arounds take up a lot of hangar floor space.

[@yogib37]

the real thin wrenches are called bonnie wrenches, at least what was told. my tool box has tools from harbor freight up to snap on. I got a nice box from harbor freight 44" 12 drawer well built box for $349.00

[@piloto2412]

Your videos have gotten me hooked into becoming an aircraft mechanic. My priority goal is to become a commerxial pilot but id love to have more knowledge in the aircrafts i will be flying.....my biggest question to you is how long did it take to have a job in this field after you graduated and also is there any difference between a program that costs you $20,000 to one that costs roughly $4000? Thank you

[@colton9149]

Badass video man! I was just looking at beginner tool sets online yesterday in class and kinda got blown away by the price! 😂 and I have a quick question about school, When you were in A&P school did you memorize what your instructors were telling you easily?Sometimes I have a little difficulty and was it kinda hard for you to remember all the different names of the saws and wrenches and what not? theirs so many I keep forgetting the names and I wanna know them all 😂 Thanks for the awesome encouraging videos man!

[@JamesSullivans]

Take thorough notes and study them. That's how I got through

[@colton9149]

James Sullivan Then I'm on the right path because that's what I've been doing the whole time 😈

[@dennislopez599]

Just got my a&p! Great video!

[@nedflanders7352]

So I have to ask, you didn't mention the brand of the tool box. Awesome paint job, major kudos!

[@JamesSullivans]

Yeah the paint is sweet. It's a husky brand

[@nedflanders7352]

James Sullivan that is cool. it is nice to know that it is still acceptable to not have to spend 3-7k on a name brand box.. good idea to spend the money on the actual tools. thanks JS.

[@victorcejavaladez4133]

Hey man love your channel I'm going through powerplant right now and I have safetying turnbuckles and 2 bolt patterns down pat, but I get confused on three bolt pattern? Can you help me out please?

[@epicbagelswag]

Good tip for all new mechanics, DONT blow your money on a snap on box (unless you have the money) fill a decent box with snap on tools. You’ll thank me later.

[@noblegoldheart8508]

I wholeheartedly agree with that. When I started in the automotive industry, I had a cheap US General 5 drawer tool cart which cost me $250, that was all I needed for the experience I had at the time. Even when I upgraded I didn't go insane for an expensive snap on box, instead I got a cornwell 100 year anniversary tool cart, that only cost me $500. I still have that tool cart, and it works very well for everything I do. It'll be a very good for me whenever I go into the A&P world. A $20,000 tool box isn't always necessary.

[@robertpope3619]

Another awesome video James! For those of you mentioning that he needs to step up his tool game and that his tool box is small compared to your buddy's box in automotive just please stop. He was cool enough to share his set up with us all. An old boss of mine always said it's not the tools nor the tool box that makes the technician👍 and your set up is fine. You seem to be very smart about everything. I've been using my Husky and Pittsburgh 1/2 drive impact sockets since I started in the Diesel industry in 2006. Still waiting for them to break lol. Everyone else can go right ahead and purchase Snap On, I'll just keep my $20 impact socket set w/ LT warranty. Specific tooling needs to be of a higher quality but James is intelligent enough to know what and what not to get off those tool trucks.

[@JamesSullivans]

Thanks man. You are totally on point. I recognize a job that needs a special tool and I'm sure to buy (or borrow) it. I am saving money while keeping safety #1.

[@ramenhausten]

Any tool sets you would recommend getting as a bundle or kit ? Are eBay tool sets worth the look?

[@mdhafizulislam6959]

nice tool box, line and base maintenance should have this toolbox for aircraft better maintenance. a good technical worker should not quarrel with bad tools.

[@abdullah1299]

Love this James!!!👌👌👌👌

[@mikercflyer7383]

Enjoyed your video very much. I am a retired machinist we normally used what we called a rollaway and on top another toolbox with many expensive measuring tools. Keep those interesting videos coming. This has nothing to do with your video have you ever been to Santa Paula airport?

[@JamesSullivans]

Very cool! No I've never been

[@mikercflyer7383]

Open house every first Sunday of the month. A lot of history. www.aviationmuseumofsantapaula.org/about/

[@JamesSullivans]

Ill check it out

[@felipemenegazzo6778]

Hey I am from Brazil and I'm an AMT as well, just to understand the way things are over there, the companies in USA do not provide you tools. Do you have to buy your own tools to work? By the way, enjoying your videos!

[@foobar201]

You should try parallel jaw pliers some time, they're amazing.

[@JamesSullivans]

Vince has a set that i've used. Very nice but still not at the top of my list - I have a lot of other things I need to get before I can justify those.

[@SynysterGoose]

The dog bone ratchet is the best.

[@MrMitchjos000]

I’m wondering what the best safety wire pliers you’ve used. I want a reversible set. What do you recommend.

[@kk2ak14]

I work with machines for long time, now instead of the safety pliers if the surface is not hot I use regular caulk. This keep your bolts and nuts in place and you can remove anytime.

[@mikekelley6964]

Snap On. If its on sale its worth it.

[@ABomB42o]

power probe is a must have for electrical diagnostics. also, toothpaste will work for lapping valves and for worn screw heads.

[@JamesSullivans]

Pro tip on the toothpaste, makes sense. Power probe is useful if you don't know how to use a multimeter ;) shots fired!

[@ABomB42o]

James Sullivan what's nice about power probe is it can power a circuit. which a multi meter cant. both are great tool. every A tech I know has a power probe. makes quick work on wiring issues.

[@edwinmartinez5530]

Tanks for your video what schools you recomend aviation mechanic

[@georgiostagaris6416]

As a medical doctor and private pilot from Germany ,the best job in GA is flight mechanic. CPL/CFI pilots who are flight mechanics find jobs automatically. All flight schools and small aviation corporates need people with mechanical know how

[@singlespeedman]

I remember my tools when I was an aircraft mechanic. Now I work on heavy equipment and need five times the tools.

[@smilingcopycat]

I have a saftywire plier that i use to my motocross, supernice tool! Otherwise i have a addiction to tools, so i have to many of them...

[@austinbradshaw6982]

So compared to most other aircraft mechanics, is this rather comparable at least in what tools you have to others? I ask because I'm thinking of switching from an auto tech and this is near nothing what I would have expected.

[@JamesSullivans]

I would say I have less tools than average. I'm also pretty new in my career (4yrs) and my first job provided tools so I haven't been collecting them for very long. The average mechanic probably has a bit more but not a ton.

[@alexandernalog8912]

Could you recommend one essential tool that I need to buy before starting my career as aircraft mechanic? Right now I am still a student, I just want to have my very first essential tool that experienced mechanics, like you, would recommend.

[@mmaviator22]

You need all of these things. Doesnt matter what you start with because you wont be able to work without most of these things. Start getting various 1/4'' ratchets. Long 1s, skinny 1s, flex heads etc. 3/8s ratchets. You need screw drivers and wrenches etc. I wouldnt say there is "1" essential tool as they are ALL essential. :) dont over think and complicate a simple thing. Make a list and start buying.

[@johntheaircraftmechanic4844]

Alexander Nalog a pen. Black ink

[@Stufftowatch21]

Anyone seen or heard of James? , great videos .

[@kaspermichels]

I know that I am commenting 7 months late but I had seen that he commented on a different comment that he has had so much going on in his life like piloting and aircraft maintenance.

[@chrisduke3251]

GRIP, just what I've been looking for at that price point. They look better than the more expensive Park Tool eq.