Originally Posted by
Skycap876
How is MX at Spirit? In previous years the FAA was investigating some flakey Spirit practices.
Looking at public records at FAA databases, Spirit has had issues. At least in the past, Many that others do as well, but seems a lot of larger issues that go public. I.E. More than 1 Fume event where a crew nearly passed out. Several engine failures. Flight control malfunctions. I've read that Heavy 'C' checks are outsourced in South America. Planes with multiple MEL's. Read some feedback from former Spirit Mechanics who indicated concerns with how Spirit was running their MX department.
What a pilot's perspective? I have heard in recent years, it's been improving, but the practice of 'pencil-whipping' airplanes back into service is not unheard of. I used to work for one such operator.
This looks like a reporter doing research for a hit piece.
Originally Posted by
Skycap876
Real professional response. Your employer and co-workers must pouring with joy to have you. Or they only know the facade you portray at work but lie in anger, bitterness and resent behind closed doors and airline forums. I do doubt you would speak in such insulting tone in person and even if you did, would quickly find yourself in an undesirable meeting with your superiors.
Unfortunate I came here for insight only to learn APC (or at least this thread) is a dumping ground for the industry's negativity. I'll have my questions answered by a more professional group.
At least be safe and polite to your organization.
Yep, definitely a reporter. Way too good of grammar and command of the English language to be a pilot.
Nice try, 20/20.