Flybob
I have no axe to grind. However, I am simply telling it like it is. I spent a few years there and there was a constant battle with MX issues. The quickest fix was always the pen.
I can remember numerous "discussions" with MX about issues. TF-ATF during the 2001 Hadj, rudder ratio light on for 4 weeks? The numerous delays at LGW? Then there was the 200F out of KL with the cracked keel beam and the gear door light. Simple solution, adjust the switch. That did the trick until a third party MX looked into the problem and found the cracked keel beam. Shall I continue?
What seem interesting is CX and Atlas all fly airframes of the same vintage, but they don't seem to experience nearly the same amount of incidents.
I was always paid on time, not always the amount I had coming. Great bunch of guys to work with. However, the "rockheads" are something else!