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by ForesterAME
Fri Apr 12, 2024 9:28 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Contract DOM
Replies: 1
Views: 498

Contract DOM

I am looking for reference in CARs in regards to DOM/PRM being an independent contractor. Is this allowable? I know other roles can be but not clear if DOM/PRM can be
Cheers for any info
by ForesterAME
Wed Oct 19, 2022 8:14 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Contract AME wages
Replies: 8
Views: 2397

Re: Contract AME wages

Good Luck getting into the US now for work.. I know many that have been turned way. and the US border patrol is onto the sneaky way a lot of agencies have been getting AMEs into the country.
I recently have seen contract wages at $50 to $55 per hour for qualified AME's
by ForesterAME
Wed Oct 19, 2022 7:48 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Looking for an AME, part deaux..
Replies: 7
Views: 1694

Re: Looking for an AME, part deaux..

there are a few agencies offering high contract wages to work there. no need to go full time. It is the contractor time again.
by ForesterAME
Wed Jan 01, 2020 11:45 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: AME course/license for ones own aircraft
Replies: 8
Views: 2883

Re: AME course/license for ones own aircraft

The lack of a license prevents me from doing more than elementary work on my aircraft, except for my homebuilt. Is it worth getting the course done with the intention of just working on your own aircraft? From what I gather, it is the 48 months of apprenticeship experience that gets in the way. If ...
by ForesterAME
Wed Jan 01, 2020 10:06 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Trying to find work in US
Replies: 2
Views: 1258

Re: Trying to find work in US

yes there is lots of A&P jobs. but if you aren't a US citizen and require a visa to get into US to work companies won't look at you. Read the fine print in job ads must be US citizen. I have applied at Alaska airlines i was even there canadian on call mech but was turned away for not being us citize...
by ForesterAME
Wed Jan 01, 2020 9:43 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Trying to find work in US
Replies: 2
Views: 1258

Trying to find work in US

So the wife has been asked by her company to relocate to the US (west coast). But this poses a huge problem as i can't go with her with out a job. I have tried a few US airlines for work but I can't make it past the prequalifying stage as i will require a visa. This is very frustrating seeing as how...
by ForesterAME
Wed Jan 01, 2020 9:26 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: AMEs in USA?
Replies: 2
Views: 2083

Re: AMEs in USA?

Would you be interested in an AME flying down to US to do your annual?
by ForesterAME
Fri May 24, 2019 3:46 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Regional 1 airlines
Replies: 2
Views: 2257

Re: Regional 1 airlines

As of yesterday all 23-May-2019 all R1 staff were laid offf.
Except 2 guys in Africa who were told they will get return tickets to Canada once they finish working on A/C 216. Then they will be laid off as well.
by ForesterAME
Sat Jan 21, 2017 3:39 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: TCCA M1/M2 to EASA conversion
Replies: 16
Views: 10481

Re: TCCA M1/M2 to EASA conversion

I have a M1.M2 a 737NG endorsement and I am approved for the FAA A&P exams What would be considered the benefits I have pondered this for some time I would like to get it but at this time do not know if I can justify the expenses to get it. any thoughts? time off work taking the exams written oral ...
by ForesterAME
Thu Feb 21, 2013 11:10 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: Encore AME jobs
Replies: 292
Views: 77634

Re: Encore AME jobs

The unfortunate part is that they will find people willing to work for that wage. Because there's always those out there willing to work for less just to be near a plane. Sad!
by ForesterAME
Mon Feb 18, 2013 6:46 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: A&P License acquisition
Replies: 16
Views: 4352

Re: A&P License acquisition

I thought about that. Worth a shot.

Cheers
by ForesterAME
Sun Feb 17, 2013 1:14 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: A&P License acquisition
Replies: 16
Views: 4352

Re: A&P License acquisition

I am contractor so a letter from boss not going to happen. Main reason for getting A&P is to open more doors for overseas work or contracts south of border. I believe AV tech is going to be the way I go. Plus I'm sure the wife who works online wouldnt mind 2 weeks in CA. lol Bombardierfixer AJ say h...
by ForesterAME
Sun Feb 17, 2013 11:48 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: A&P License acquisition
Replies: 16
Views: 4352

Re: A&P License acquisition

where in YYC can on pick up the test guide books?
by ForesterAME
Sun Feb 17, 2013 11:11 am
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: A&P License acquisition
Replies: 16
Views: 4352

Re: A&P License acquisition

A1 for info on obtaining the A&P license

Cheers
by ForesterAME
Sat Feb 16, 2013 12:11 pm
Forum: Maintenance
Topic: A&P License acquisition
Replies: 16
Views: 4352

A&P License acquisition

I was looking for some guidance in getting my A&P license. I am currently M1 & M2 engineer here in canada. would like to know which form i need to submit to FAA?, which is the better choice for schools that are near Alberta for a quick FAA regs course and testing? or link to step by step process wou...

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