Flight engineer

1. General characteristics of the profession

The person who oversees the operation and troubleshooting on board the aircraft.

2. Official duties

Works in civil aviation. Controls the engines, chassis and power systems at the command of the commander. Eliminates those that occurred in flight and are available for troubleshooting of aircraft in accordance with the flight manual of this type of aircraft. Controls the elimination of faults and the correctness of the documentation, the presence on board of emergency rescue equipment, fuel, oil, liquids and gases. Informs the commander of any malfunctioning equipment.

3. Qualification requirements

Higher engineering education. Specialty - aircraft, aircraft.