AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DAY

On this Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Day, we celebrate the remarkable work of our aviation maintenance technicians, the backbone of our operations in ensuring safety and reliability within the aviation industry.

To honor their invaluable contributions, we are thrilled to present exclusive interviews with some of our talented technicians.

This series of interviews offers insights into their journey in aviation, their pivotal roles at Barfield, the most rewarding aspects of their job, and even glimpses into their hobbies outside of work.

Interviews with our technicians

Daniel Voorhis – Phoenix

- How did you start in aviation?

I transferred from the Alaska Army National Guard to the Alaska Air National Guard in 1993, where I worked front line and back shop on the avionics for the KC-135.

- What do you do at Barfield?

I am a Tech Level 2, working in the Electromechanical (EM) shop. I troubleshoot and quote Strikers and Contactors.

- What’s the best part of your job?

 Being able to work in my field of interest.

 - What’s your hobby?

 Playing video games and working on/fixing electronic devices.

Mike Lamb – Louisville

- How did you start in aviation?

I have been around aviation my whole life. My father was in the Air Force, flying in the F4. My father took me flying when I was 16, and I was hooked. After my high school graduation, I joined the Navy to start my aviation maintenance career.

- What do you do at Barfield?

I am the inspector at the Louisville facility. I started as an Avionics Technician at Barfield.

- What’s the best part of your job?

I enjoy what I do, and I really like the people I work with. I feel a sense of pride and accomplishment when a unit has been repaired and inspected and will be put back on the aircraft to continue in service.  

- What’s your hobby?

Hiking, Photography, and Flying.

Rich Revis – Atlanta

- How did you start in aviation?

I was looking for a career that was exciting and rewarding.

- What do you do at Barfield?

I’m an electromechanical technician and one of the only one in the world to service 1VE panels.

- What’s the best part of your job?

Working with a great group of people, especially Clay Young.  What a joy!

- What’s your hobby?

Spending time with my family.

We are thrilled to present a special video interview featuring our talented technicians at Barfield. This video offers an even closer look at the dedication, expertise, and passion that drive our team.

Please watch the video here.

As we conclude our series of interviews with our dedicated technicians, we extend our deepest gratitude for their unwavering commitment to upholding the safety and reliability standards of the aviation industry.

Their expertise is integral to our operations, and we commend each team member for their invaluable contributions to the efficiency and excellence of global aviation.

“I take great pleasure in joining the aviation industry to celebrate our skilled and dedicated technicians. Their expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to safety are at the heart of what we do and ensure our customers’ units receive excellent care.  Happy AMT Day Team Barfield!” says Gilles Mercier , CEO at Barfield.

About AMT Day and Charles Taylor

Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, observed on May 24th, was ratified by the United States House of Representatives in 2008. It’s a day to celebrate the commitment, integrity, and skill of aircraft mechanics, with a special nod to Charles E. Taylor, the world’s first aviation maintenance technician.

Charles E. Taylor, born in 1868, worked alongside Orville and Wilbur Wright, contributing significantly to the development of the first powered heavier-than-air aircraft.

Taylor’s mechanical skills were vital in building and maintaining early Wright engines and airplanes. In fact, he built the first aircraft engine used by the Wright brothers in their iconic Wright Flyer. His legacy as an unsung hero of aviation endures, and he remains a key figure in the history of flight.

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