Christopher T. Tharpe

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Fresno, CA 93711

559-***-**** cell/ 436-0962 home

Objective: Seeking employment in the field of Aviation Maintenance where my

A&P license will be of benefit to my employer. I am looking for an established company whom I will remain dedicated to and grow my skills.

License: AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT - August 2011

Education:

San Joaquin Valley College, Fresno, CA

Associate of Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology - March 2012

Education Experience : San Joaquin Valley College:

Repair, troubleshooting and overall basic knowledge on the following:

Electrical Systems Inspections

Non Destructive Testing

Weight and Balance Reciprocating Engines

Basic Ground Ops Aircraft Coverings/ Finishes

Corrosion Control Welding

Sheet Metal Structures and Fabrications Instruments/ Communications/

Navigation

Hydraulic/ Pneumatic Systems Turbine Engines

Control Surface Rigging Ignitions Systems

Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems Lubrication Systems

Fuel Systems Fuel Metering Systems

Fire Protection Systems Engine Cooling and Exhaust

Systems

Landing Gear Systems Propellers

Qualification Highlights: (17 months experience on the following aircraft)

Hands on experience on the following engines: Curtis Wright J-65 turbine

engine; Lycoming LTS-101 turbo shaft; PT-6 turbo prop; Lycoming 0-290 turbo

shaft ; and TPE 331 turbo prop

Hands on experience on the following aircraft: Cessna 150J; Cessna 172B;

Cessna T337E, Bell 47G and Piper PA-250

3 years experience repairing, modified, fabricated,

soldered, brazed, welded and replaced body parts using sheet metal;

Work Experience:

Madera Jet Center A&P Mechanic

July 15, 2013 to October 1, 2013

Serviced oxygen systems; repaired break systems;

serviced hydraulic systems; inspected control surface rigging; installed

new interior furnishings; upgraded NAV lights; performed repairs and/or

replaced parts on fuel tank; avionic systems; fuel bladder; cabin

electrical systems; GPS, antenna, air systems, and door seals. Removed and

replaced propellers and two PT6 engines. Painted propellers and mounted new

equipment on the nose of the aircraft.

UTC Aerospace

Wheel and Tire Overhaul Technician

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