Originally Posted by
dhavillandpilot
Leadsled well stated
Years ago I was told by a LAME he knew more about structures ie wing spar repairs than me a mere aircraft owner and pilot.
A little while later after the heat had died down I brought in my Structural Engineering Degree and association membership certificate. Instant silence.
Yes he probably had more hands on experience but in the world of aviation could only follow what the CAR 35 engineer designed.
You would know, of course, that the Part 21M "engineer" works very close with the "engineer" on the aircraft to produce the Engineering Order?