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Rant: The barbecue where I had to detail a fuel system check
I've seen a pattern where people not in the trade think our job is simple. Last weekend, a guy at a cookout asked if we just 'change oil and filters' on planes. I mentioned a recent fuel line inspection where we found a tiny crack. Explained how that could lead to a leak and a real bad day. He just smiled and passed me a plate of ribs. It's kind of funny how critical stuff sounds like boring details to them. Makes me glad to have you all to talk shop with.
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baker.willow6mo ago
How often do those small cracks turn into bigger issues?
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christophercampbell6mo ago
Wait, did someone really just let it go after seeing that first crack? That's like the bright red flag everyone ignores.
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grace_chen5mo ago
But what makes people ignore such an obvious warning sign?
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