Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Actually i'm quite doubtful about being a TAME since my highest qualification right now is SPM.. My family disagree i go through the whole selection.. They dont know that i got through this far... They only know about the test.. Then i didnt tell anything more.. A few engineers in AK told me to continue with my studies to get a diploma or degree.. They also said that the license need to be renewed every few yrs.. So, let say worst case scenario.. U can't renew your license.. What can a person do, without any qualification.. although the experience is there.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gavin Andrew David 6 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Actually i'm quite doubtful about being a TAME since my highest qualification right now is SPM.. My family disagree i go through the whole selection.. They dont know that i got through this far... They only know about the test.. Then i didnt tell anything more.. A few engineers in AK told me to continue with my studies to get a diploma or degree.. They also said that the license need to be renewed every few yrs.. So, let say worst case scenario.. U can't renew your license.. What can a person do, without any qualification.. although the experience is there.. Same case as when you're a pilot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Same case as when you're a pilot Do u mean.. It's like do or die..?? Now, the 1 million dollar question.. If given the choice being a TAME with starting salary of 5k(after 4 yrs) or continue study with the possibility to become a pilot BUT on the other side maybe can't find suitable career or maybe the money is'nt as attractive as LAME.. Which one would you choose..?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
William Tee 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Do u mean.. It's like do or die..?? Now, the 1 million dollar question.. If given the choice being a TAME with starting salary of 5k(after 4 yrs) or continue study with the possibility to become a pilot BUT on the other side maybe can't find suitable career or maybe the money is'nt as attractive as LAME.. Which one would you choose..?? obviously,TAME i believe won't earn as much as a pilot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 obviously,TAME i believe won't earn as much as a pilot Do u mean should go on and continue studying.. And maybe after graduation not accepted as a cadet, then work as a plain engineer with starting salary somewhere around 2k+.. Plus working with something that you don't have much interest in.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gavin Andrew David 6 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Remember , studying to be an engineer is no easy task , take my word for it . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Remember , studying to be an engineer is no easy task , take my word for it . I don't mean that studying engineering is an easy task.. The main question is.. To become a TAME without any diploma or degree OR take a diploma or degree 1st before involve in aviation sector.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samsyuri 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 are u a LAME? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tze Shan 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 different human is with different mindset, as long as that is your own path, u should decide it by yourself but not others to decide for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Syaz 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Actually i'm quite doubtful about being a TAME since my highest qualification right now is SPM.. My family disagree i go through the whole selection.. They dont know that i got through this far... They only know about the test.. Then i didnt tell anything more.. A few engineers in AK told me to continue with my studies to get a diploma or degree.. They also said that the license need to be renewed every few yrs.. So, let say worst case scenario.. U can't renew your license.. What can a person do, without any qualification.. although the experience is there.. dude uve got to have the determination. The question is, do u REALLY wanna be a lame? i mean, really2 wanna be 1? k I'll take that as a yes~ cool!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brennan Raj 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 I don't mean that studying engineering is an easy task.. The main question is.. To become a TAME without any diploma or degree OR take a diploma or degree 1st before involve in aviation sector.. lawrence, if you get a chance to become a TAME b4 you obtain a diploma or a degree...go ahead...but its always save to have a degree or a diploma to fall back on if you look at it from a different angle..aircraft engineer's seniority are based on their license,experience working, and their type ratings..sometimes it doesnt matter if u have a degree or not....and sometimes a degree would give you an edge over the others in your application.also degree is always there to save u from life's unexpected turns..like gavin said..you never know what life has in store for you.. just continue with your quest of acquiring more knowledge and keep reminding yourself of your dreams everyday.you will somehow reach there..if you get the chance now...take it..that my 'prinsip'..cheers mate!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Imran K. 0 Report post Posted September 9, 2006 Guys...i thought id put my 2 cents in... As the son of an LAE (no..not a LAME..an LAE ), i can comment firsthand that the job is quite tough, especially when you start to get abit older, pushing 40, and have to sacrifice a whole night's sleep to put food on the table. Sometimes...you'll work overtime and you'll barely have time to spend with your children, your wife, and even yourself! Most of the time...the shift pattern leaves you away from home for almost 12 hours on end....and the pay is rather disgusting in this part of the world. So...make sure you guys know what you're getting yourself into completely before jumping into it just because your love for aviation has propelled you to do so. You might love aviation...you might love planes...but you might not love sacrificing your childs birth, family holidays, and funerals just to be outside on a tarmac, under 30+ degree heat (+ lord knows how much from the engine/heated airframe) with almost nothing left in your pocket. Again...my 2 cents... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brennan Raj 0 Report post Posted September 10, 2006 Guys...i thought id put my 2 cents in... As the son of an LAE (no..not a LAME..an LAE ), i can comment firsthand that the job is quite tough, especially when you start to get abit older, pushing 40, and have to sacrifice a whole night's sleep to put food on the table. Sometimes...you'll work overtime and you'll barely have time to spend with your children, your wife, and even yourself! Most of the time...the shift pattern leaves you away from home for almost 12 hours on end....and the pay is rather disgusting in this part of the world. So...make sure you guys know what you're getting yourself into completely before jumping into it just because your love for aviation has propelled you to do so. You might love aviation...you might love planes...but you might not love sacrificing your childs birth, family holidays, and funerals just to be outside on a tarmac, under 30+ degree heat (+ lord knows how much from the engine/heated airframe) with almost nothing left in your pocket. Again...my 2 cents... Exceptionally true.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Thanks guys for all your advice.. I think roughly i have an idea of what to do.. Thanx again... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rohana Zakaria 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 A few engineers in AK told me to continue with my studies to get a diploma or degree.. They also said that the license need to be renewed every few yrs.. So, let say worst case scenario.. U can't renew your license.. What can a person do, without any qualification.. although the experience is there.. lawrence, To become a LAME, or LAE, the first exam you have to attend is LWTR and it's equivalent to the degree. And with the licence your can go for your master. U only can't renew ur licence in case of blacklist matter, which is u had done something wrong during ur work. And as what Imran said, it is true and u must be tough enough to sacrifice. Aviation doesn't care about the diploma or degrees but the are care about your licence, ur type ratings and ur experience. The salary that u'll get is high and it'll become more if u can get ur type rating as well. But, please forget about the salary, look at the responsibility on your shoulder. U must have to make sure the aircraft is safety enough to fly before you hand it to the pilot. Working in aviation is not like working in the other sector. Please, think and make sure what do you want actually. regards, hanna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brennan Raj 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 lawrence, Aviation doesn't care about the diploma or degrees but the are care about your licence, ur type ratings and ur experience. The salary that u'll get is high and it'll become more if u can get ur type rating as well. But, please forget about the salary, look at the responsibility on your shoulder. U must have to make sure the aircraft is safety enough to fly before you hand it to the pilot. Working in aviation is not like working in the other sector. Please, think and make sure what do you want actually. so very true...i have seen my friend's dad having sleepless nights...but..at the end of the day if u really love what u do..you will have the fulfillment.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Don't they have a working shift/roster..?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brennan Raj 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Don't they have a working shift/roster..?? i meant sleepless nights because of tension... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Huh... Tension... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Imran K. 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Don't they have a working shift/roster..?? Night shift? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PC Yuen 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 well well said Hanna. Btw Rohana's my friend and she's a aircraft technician currently working her way up to get her license and ratings. She's also undergoing her flying training privately. I admire her very much. You guys can learn a thing or two from this fine young lady of steel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radzi 2 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 (edited) Working at odd hours is part and parcel of aviation jobs, unless you like to work in the office. Then again, not everyone will be happy with a 9 to 5 job. Edited September 11, 2006 by Radzi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Idham 0 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Get your degree first... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tony 1 Report post Posted September 11, 2006 Agree with Idham - degree 1st. At least it serves as a back-up if all else fail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawrence L 0 Report post Posted September 12, 2006 Thanx again for all your advice.. I appreciate it very much... I think i have an idea of what to do.. BTW, for AK TAME 2nd interview.. Somebody said Tony Fernandez will be among the interviewers.. Can anybody confirm on this... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
