Alan - Mechanic

What do you find most satisfying about your role?

Repairing components.

What do you find most frustrating?

Not being able to sign for my own work.

What is the most significant aspect to your work?

The fact that all the components I work on are fitted to aircraft, and therefore have to be in top condition.

What was the most telling thing said about you in a school report?

I would never do an honest day's work, which was completely untrue as I did one on April 14th, 1992!

What's your favourite film?

The Matrix, for its complex and original plot.

What did you want to be when you were eight years old?

A vet.

What three qualities do you see as being important in your job?

Reliability, flexibility and enthusiasm.

What's your ideal Sunday?

A day's motor sport finishing first in my class.