ESL AVIATION (FIRST TERM)

LAURA HERNÁNDEZ

UNIT 1:
BREAKING THE ICE!

In this unit you are going to….

● learn about different types of jobs in the field of aviation.
● describe personal qualities and duties at work.
● method
● use the imperative and present simple tenses to read manuals. Action verbs
● parts of the plane
● apply for a job: write your CV in english and do an English interview.

Warm up!

➢ What is your ‘dream job'?

➢ What makes aviation interesting to you?
➢ Do you think airplanes are the greatest invention ever?
➢ What position is your dream?
 ❖ VOCABULARY I: Jobs and duties in the aviation industry

There are a wide range of roles available in the aviation industry, from pilots to office workers. There are opportunities to
progress careers in areas as diverse as engineering, design and customer service – whatever your skills, there is
something for you. You are now studying to become an aircraft mechanic, but you should also know what your colleagues
do.

1. What are these jobs?

a)_______________________ b)__________________________ c)________________________

d) ________________________ e) _________________________ f) ________________________

g) _________________________ h) __________________________ i) __________________________

2. Who has these duties?

A. These professionals oversee the maintenance and repair of an aircraft's structural components: _________________________

B. They ensure the safety of passengers during flights, provide services, and assist in emergencies: _________________________

C. Responsible for guiding aircraft during takeoff, landing, and while in the air to avoid collisions: _________________________

D. These individuals coordinate flight plans, monitor weather conditions, and make decisions to ensure safe and efficient
flights: _________________________________
E. The team that handles tasks like baggage loading, refueling, and aircraft maintenance on the ground:
______________________________________

F. Experts who maintain and repair aircraft engines and related systems: __________________________________________________

G. Engineers who design, develop, and maintain various systems and structures on aircraft: ______________________________

H. They are responsible for maintaining airport security, including passenger and baggage screening: ____________________

I. The professionals who ensure the safe and efficient operation of an aircraft during flight: _______________________________

3. Complete the text with the following words:

electricians, possess, essential, servicing, wiring, filled, mechanics, troubleshooting,

vital, maintaining, engineering, innovations, familiarize
Title: A Day in the Life of Aircraft Technicians

Aircraft technicians play a vital role in ensuring the safety and reliability of airplanes. They are responsible for (1)
_________, maintaining, and repairing various systems on aircraft, from engines to avionics. A typical day for aircraft
technicians is (2) _________ with a variety of tasks.

One of their primary responsibilities is (3) _________ aircraft engines. This involves conducting inspections, (4) _________,
and diagnosing issues that may affect engine performance. Engine technicians must have a keen eye for detail and a deep
understanding of (5) _________ principles.

Another crucial aspect of their job is working on the aircraft's electrical systems. Aircraft (6) _________ are experts in
installing and maintaining these systems. They ensure that all electrical components, including (7) _________ and lighting
systems, are in perfect working order.

Aviation technology is constantly evolving, and aircraft technicians must (8) _________ themselves with the latest
advancements. They attend training sessions to stay updated on new (9) _________ and technologies in the industry.

In addition to technical skills, aircraft technicians must also (10) _________ strong communication skills. They work
closely with other aviation professionals, such as (11) _________ and engineers, to coordinate maintenance and repairs.

Overall, aircraft technicians play a (12) _________ role in aviation, ensuring that passengers can travel safely and
comfortably. Their dedication to their craft is (13) _________ to the smooth operation of the aviation industry.
 ❖ READING: Working ‘til the 90’s!!!
CHAT: In pairs / groups, talk about these topics or words from the article. What will the article say about them? airline
worker / world record / mechanic / starting salary / age / employers / safety /dedication / ceremony / signature /
standing ovation / colleagues / secret / retirement

An airline worker in the USA has broken the world record for the world's longest-serving airline mechanic. Azriel
Blackman, 91, started work in 1942 at the age of 16. He has now been working for 75 years. His starting salary was 50
cents an hour. The nonagenarian still works five days a week. He clocks on before 5am at an American Airlines
hangar at JFK International Airport in New York. His age means his employers prevent him from doing certain
tasks for safety reasons. He is not allowed to scale ladders, drive on the runways and surrounding areas, or use
certain tools. He is responsible for assessing the maintenance needs of the airplanes that have been parked in the
hangars overnight.

Mr Blackman's record has been recognized for his dedication to his job. His employer dedicated a plane in his
honor at a ceremony at JFK. His signature was painted in giant letters on the front of one of the airline's Boeing
777 aircraft. Blackman said: "I'm just honored to be here. I'm proud to be a mechanic." The 91-year-old received a
standing ovation from his fellow colleagues and managers at the ceremony. Reporters asked him about the secret
behind his record. He said: "When you like what you do, it's not work." When asked about retirement, he said: "That's
not up to me. That's up to the man upstairs. The first thing I do when I get up in the morning is say 'thank you for
another day'."

Sources

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-40659421

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/17/nyregion/for-airline-mechanic-91-the-sky-is-one-of-many-limits.htmhttps://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/17/nyregion/for-airline-mechanic-91-the-sky-
is-one-of-many-limits.htm

AIRLINE: Spend one minute writing down all of the different words you associate with the word
"airline". Share your words with your classmates.
 1. TRUE / FALSE: Read the headline. Guess if a-h below are true (T) or false (F).

a. The mechanic started work when he was 13. T / F

b. The mechanic's starting salary was 50 cents a week. T / F

c. The mechanic starts work at five in the morning. T / F

d. The mechanic has to climb ladders to clean the airplane windows. T / F

e. The mechanic signed the front of an airplane. T / F

f. The mechanic's name was painted on a Boeing 777. T / F

g. The mechanic's colleagues stood up and applauded him. T / F

h. The mechanic doesn't know when he will retire. T / F

2. SYNONYM MATCH: Match the following synonyms. The words in bold are from the news
article.

❖ ROLE PLAY (SPEAKING)

Your teacher will give you a role that you have to defend. Is that the best job for a 90 year-old? Convince your
partners.

❖ LISTENING: Watch the following video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=ELUC5C74Mpc) and answer the questions:

a. What is Laura’s Mancevich’s profession? _________________________________________

b. For what company does she work for? ___________________________________________

c. Circle all the activities that she says they do:

- Verify the APU’s work. - Remove oil, grease and mud from the tires.
- Check oxygen masks. - Initial walk around
- Check brakes, tyres and lams. - Check gauges and meters
 - Wring the wires out - Examine the anchor bolt
- Be sure the smoke google is clean
- Check hydraulics and engine oils

d. Think of 5 duties an aircraft mechanic has to do in their daily job:

_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

e. Answer the questions: - The mechanic says they use it to ‘narrow down’ any possible damage or failure in the aircraft.

- At what official US organization did she take her initial test?

______________________________________________________________________

- According to Mrs Mancevich, are there jobs into corporate aviation? ________________

- Considering her opinion, which are some of the best characteristics a person should have to be an aircraft
mechanic?

___________________________________________________________________________

❖ VOCABULARY II: ACTION VERBS

lift up tighten push in put put down put on take off raise
take lower pick up pull out loosen take away
 VERBS RELATED TO AVIONICS

Here are some actions often made in checks, routines, etc

ACTION MEANING
adjust regulate
carry out do, perform, execute
check verify
control command
de-energize disconnect electrical power
decrease make smaller, reduce
depress press (≠ depressurize)
ensure make sure, check
increase make bigger, raise
monitor follow, look at parameters
observe look, watch, respect
perform do, execute, carry out
press push, depress
record register, note, memorize
release remove pressure, free
remove take away
set position, place, select

❖ GRAMMAR I: IMPERATIVES IN ENGLISH

DEFINITION: Imperatives are verbs used to give orders, commands, warnings or instructions, and (saying ‘please’)
to make a request. Example: Give me the screwdriver, please.

The imperative mode is much easier than the other modes in English. Because when you need to use imperative, we
don’t have to add any verbs. In this way, the imperative mode has a very simple structure. To make the imperative, use
the infinitive of the verb without ‘to’. Example: Use the safety glasses/ Come here!

To make a negative imperative, put ‘do not’ or ‘don’t’ before the verb. Example: Don’t remove the engine! Do not
tighten the screws!

You can also use “let’s” before the verb if you are including yourself in the imperative (first-person plural form). The
negative of let’s is ‘let’s not’ “Shall we?” is the question extension of the “Let’s” structure. Example: Let’s stop now /
Let’s have a break/ Let’s not argue with the engineer/ Let’s not be late / Shall we start?

USES:
NOTES:

An imperative sentence does not require a subject; the pronoun ‘you is implied. The words ‘always’ and ‘never’ are
always before the imperative.

Example: Always listen to your manager/ Never leave your toolbox unattended.

PRACTICE IMPERATIVES:

1. Write an instruction for each situation:

a) A mechanic on his first day:____________________________________________________________

b) The phone is ringing:_________________________________________________________________

c) The tool carriage is open: _____________________________________________________________

d) The safety glasses are too big: ________________________________________________________

e) Your colleague doesn’t have safety boots: ________________________________________________

2. Translate these sentences using imperatives:

a) Monta ese equipo:

b) Repara la avería:

c) Sustituye la pieza rota:

d) Dejad de apretar la tuerca y venid aquí:

e) No cargues más combustible, por favor:

f) Vamos a hablar con el supervisor:

g) Joe, cambia el neumático:

h) Nunca dejéis los registros abiertos:

i) Siempre leed la lista antes de empezar a trabajar:

j) Comprueba que la luz verde esté encendida:

3- Complete the sentences with the correct form of the technical verb in parentheses, using either a positive or
negative imperative as indicated.

1. _______ the safety harness before climbing onto the scaffolding. (positive imperative, fasten)
2. _______ the emergency shut-off switch if there's a power surge. (positive imperative, activate)
3. _______ the protective gloves when handling hazardous chemicals. (positive imperative, wear)
4. _______ the machine while it's still running; it can be dangerous. (negative imperative, stop)
5. _______ your welding mask before starting any welding work. (positive imperative, put on)
6. _______ the circuit breaker in case of an electrical malfunction. (positive imperative, reset)
7. _______ the fire extinguisher if you see flames in the area. (positive imperative, use)
8. _______ any unauthorized personnel from entering the restricted area. (negative imperative, keep out)

Checklists, job-cards, test procedures, removal/installation procedures, etc. are the simplest types of technical
documents. The sentences are short. One sentence corresponds to one action or “step”. Generally, only the
imperative is used.
The first word is the instruction or action you do. Then the element, component, equipment, etc. concerned,
e.g.

INSTRUCTION COMPONENT
de-energize (the)* aircraft electrical network
disconnect electrical ground power unit
close refuel/defuel panel access door
remove refueling hose
install caps on coupling
remove access platform
* Often the articles “the” and “a” are not used.
In checklists, etc. the result of the action or the state of the system is indicated. Usually a past participle
indicates the result or state (verb + “ED”):

INSTRUCTION COMPONENT RESULT, STATE

ensure engine instruments* stabilized
check CSD PRESS Light* extinguished
set engine ignition as required
make sure pack valve* closed
* Often the words “is” and “are” are not used.
IMPERATIVES FOR AVIONICS. EXERCISES:

1. Choose the correct verb for each instruction in the procedures listed.

Instructions 1 – 6:

INSTALL TIGHTEN CLOSE RELEASE OPEN REMOVE

1. the access panel.

2. the four fasteners.
3. the faulty unit.
4. a new unit.
5. the four fasteners.
6. the access door.

Instructions 7 – 12:

UNLOCK REMOVE (X2) PLACE RAISE UNTIGHTEN DISCONNECT

7. the jack under the shock absorber.

8. the nut.
9. the jack.
10. and the nut.
11. the electrical wiring.
12. the wheel.

Instructions 13 – 17:

PRESS OBSERVE SET RELASE RESET

13. the rotary selector to “A”.

14. the push-button.
15. the blue light illuminates.
16. the push-button.
17. the rotary selector to “NORM”.

Instructions 18 – 23:

DEPRESS CHECK RECORD ENSURE SET MONITOR

18. covers are removed.

19. oil level.
20. master switch to ON.
21. START push-button.
22. indications.
23. any anomalies.

TO REVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPgtWdE2PGA

2. You are a trainee pit-stop mechanic, working in a world-famous race. Listen and write from 1-10 to show
the correct order of instructions: (tech.engl 2/ track2)

Tighten the wheel nuts Adjust the air pressure in the tyre

Raise the car with the jack Bring the new wheel out

Loosen the wheel nuts Put the new wheel on

Take the old wheel off Put the jack under the car

Take the old wheel away Lower the car and take the jack away

❖ VOCABULARY III: Secondary jobs in aviation

The airport offers a variety of fulfilling career paths that allow individuals to serve those who are traveling. There are
some sub-categories related to those we learnt at the beginning of the lesson.

Here is a list of airport jobs for every experience level, listed from lowest to highest salary:

➔ Passenger assistant, primary duties: A passenger assistant is a customer service professional who helps assist
travelers at the airport. They handle passenger check-ins, assist with boarding and deplaning and communicate
travel information to passengers.

➔ Airline baggage handler, primary duties: Airport baggage handlers, also known as ramp agents, are responsible
for collecting, sorting and checking luggage against flight lists to ensure that the right items go on the right
aircraft. These professionals also transfer luggage from check-in areas to departure areas, move luggage to and
from the aircraft and load inbound luggage onto conveyors in the arrivals area

➔ Aircraft fueler, primary duties: Airport fuelers work as part of the airport ground crew, fueling all aircraft
according to each airline's needs. These individuals need to have a good understanding of all the mechanics
involved in the fueling process, so a background in mechanics is helpful.

➔ Airport manager, primary duties: Airport managers are responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations
of the airport. Some of the tasks airport managers need to complete include planning budgets, managing vendor
contracts, managing weather-related delays, handling customer complaints and ensuring FAA compliance

❖ PRACTICE: Find out if there is a need in Spain of these jobs, and how much each of them would make.
Write down the information you find to share with the class.
 ❖ LISTENING:

Listen and complete the words. There is one word per gap:

When it comes to _______________________ ___________________ (1) the sky is not the limit. As the old saying
goes the sky is home. Here is a list with short descriptions of many opportunities for employment within the
aviation industry.

Which of these attracts you? Aviation jobs with airlines. There are all kinds of _______________
________________(2) within the airlines. Most people tend to think no further than the flight in cabin cruise but
of course there are all the roles you would expect in any large company, from HR to IT, from
__________________ ___________ _________________________(3) to project management.
An aircraft maintenance technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing the various parts
and systems that make up an aircraft. They work on everything, from the __________________________
___________ ____________________ (4) to the landing gear and tail. The job can be challenging but it's also very
rewarding when everything working properly and the aircraft takes off safely. Aircraft maintenance
___________________ (5)
typically have a high school diploma or equivalent although some may have an associate's degree in aviation
maintenance technology They can expect to earn a salary of around 50 000 ____________ _______________ (6).
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeVx9agJtmw)

❖ GRAMMAR II: METHOD

1. Think about active verbs. How do you start or activate these objects? Write the verb.

________________ _______________ _____________________ ________________ __________________

2. Complete the sentences: break/ tighten/ press/ activate/ touch/ pull

a) The mechanic activates the report on his tablet by ___________________ the screen.
b) You activate the system by __________________ the right key on the computer.
c) The user starts the boat motor by ______________________ the handle of the cord
d) The intruder activateas the alarm by _____________________ the laser beam.
e) The mechanic starts the plane by ___________________ the system in the cockpit.
Remember! After….. by, verb+ ing
You can see data on the screen by switching on the tablet.

You start a motorbike by rotating the handle

You make an emergency stop on the train by pulling the lever

3. Make sentences. Match the devices with the methods:

Device How to start/activate it
1. accelerator on motorbike a) put it under an electric lamp
2. voice-operated computer b) rotate the handle
3. solar battery c) speak to it
4. car engine d) insert the key and turn it
5. telephone e) press the green button
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________
4. Read this magazine article. Write the names of the devices in the chart.

Remember! To explain method, you can use…

by

The robot can look ahead using a camera in its head.

by using
 by means of

5. Listen to the six dialogues. Write the dialogue number next to the device.

6. Identify the devices from their descriptions.

a) This device sells rail or bus tickets to travellers. The traveller activates ir by touching the screen: ___________________
b) This device sounds an alarm when an intruder enters a building. This person activates it by interrupting a laser beam:
_____________________________
c) This device makes a motorbike go faster. You activate it by twisting the handle on the handlebars: __________________
d) This device controls the flow of fuel in the cockpit. The pilot activates it by pressing downwards: ____________________

Reinforce: Action verbs

1. Find pairs of verbs that mean the opposite.

bring out loosen lower put in put on switch on start install

uninstall switch off raise take away take off take out tighten turn off

2. Say the action from the pictures.

a) ___________________________ b) ___________________________
 c) ___________________________ h) ___________________________
d) ___________________________ i) ___________________________
e) ___________________________ j) ___________________________
f) ___________________________ k) ___________________________
g) ___________________________ l) __________________________

❖ VOCABULARY IV: Aerodynamics

1- Vocabulary- Kick Off: Match the words with the answers on the diagram:

Thrust: The force produced by an engine that pushes a vehicle forward.

Drag: The force of the air that acts against the movement of an aircraft.

Lift: The upward pressure of air on an aircraft when it is flying.

Weight: The downward pull of gravity.

2- Look at the definitions. Match each definition with an example below.

Speed: How fast something is moving, measured as the distance traveled in a unit of time.
Velocity: Speed of travel in a given direction.
Acceleration: The increase of velocity in a unit of time.
Deceleration: Negative acceleration (or the decrease of velocity in a unit of time).
Equilibrium: A condition where forces are balanced.

a. The train is going 120 kilometers per hours straight ahead:

b. The brakes can stop the car in one second when it is traveling at 45 kilometers per hour:
c. The motorcycle is traveling at 20 kilometers per hour:
d. The car isn't moving. It´s sitting still:
e. The car goes from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 3.5 seconds:

3- Complete the sentences with words from 1.

a. When a rocket takes off, _____________ occurs.

b. When a car hits a wall, there is a very rapid _________________.
c. A building is a good example of __________________.
d. One of the most important instruments in a car tells you the car’s __________________.
e. If you don’t know which direction something is traveling, then you can’t know its _________________.

4- Complete the sentences with the correct abbreviation from the box.
 m/s= metres per second
m/s͎ ² = metres per second squared
m/s (+direction)= metres per second (+direction)
N= Newtons

1- Thrust is expressed in _________________.

2- Speed is expressed in _________________.

3- Velocity is expressed in ________________.

4- Acceleration is expressed in _________________.

5- Match the questions with the answers:

1- How much thrust does this jet engine produce?

2- How fast is the train going? a) 70 m/s

b) 90 m/s to the north
3- What’s the velocity of the train?
c) 8700 N
4- What’s the acceleration of the car? d) 3 m/s
❖ GRAMMAR III: PRESENT SIMPLE

This is the essential tense of technical English and is the basic tense of all technical documentation. IT is mainly used
in the 3rd person singular (“it”) or 3rd person plural (“they”):

The light illuminates at 45 p.s.i. (singular)

The lights illuminate at 45 p.s.i. (plural)

The present simple is used to describe all generalities, systems, processes, repetitive phenomena, laws, etc:

Air temperature decreases at high altitude.

The Ac generator supplies 115 V current.

The cables transmit the order to the servocontrol.

The equipment overheats in hot weather.

Water boils at 100°C.

We can also use it to talk about regular or routine events and job descriptions.

Mechanics check and fix faulty parts of the plane.

The chief mechanic supervises the job of the mechanics.

The chief mechanic reports to the supervisor of the hangar.

Every week, mechanics fill the checklists.

Practice:

a) The sensor detects (DETECT) the temperature.

b) The DC tie contactor ________________ (CONNECT) DC BUS1 and BAT BUS.
c) The engines _________________ (DRIVE) the generators.
d) The apprentice mechanic __________________ (REPORT) to the chief mechanic.
e) The EMER EXIT LT switch ________________ (HAVE) three positions.
f) Aircraft engineers __________________ (SUPERVISE) all systems of a plane.
g) The go-around levers __________________(TRIGGER) full thrust.
h) The engine _________ (DRIVE) the generator.
i) The pumps ___________________ (DELIVER) 80L a minute.

2. Describe a part of the plane and what it does using present simple:

❖ ______________________________________________________________________
❖ ______________________________________________________________________
❖ ______________________________________________________________________

3. Complete this job description with the words in the box:

JOB DESCRIPTION OF THE CHIEF MECHANIC . AIRBUS HANGAR, LONDON

The chief mechanic is responsible for maintaining all the mechanical equipment in the hangar. He or she
____________ the engines, and ______________ every machine that composes the plane. He/she
_______________
all the equipment daily, and ________________ sure that all machines and tools are in good working conditions.
He/ she _____________________ equipment and _________________ replacement parts and new tools. Most of
the time she/he ________________ inside the hangar or in an office. The chief mechanic ____________________
to the Maintenance Manager, and ________________ a crew of assistants. He/she normally
____________________ five days a week.

❖ VOCABULARY IV: Parts of the plane

Getting to knowan aircraft: Fixed Wing
This reading shows the parts of an airplane and their functions. Airplanes are transportation devices
which are designed to move people and cargo from one place to another. Airplanes come in many
different shapes and sizes depending on the mission of the aircraft. The airplane shown in the picture is a
turbine-powered airliner which has been chosen as a representative aircraft.

For any airplane to fly, you must lift the weight of the airplane itself, the fuel, the passengers, and the
cargo. The wings generate most of the lift to hold the plane in the air. To generate lift, the airplane must
be pushed through the air. The jet engines, which are located beneath the wings, provide the thrust to
push the airplane forward through the air. The air resists the motion in the form of aerodynamic drag.
Some airplanes use propellers for the propulsion system instead of jets.

To control and maneuver the aircraft, smaller wings are located at the tail of the plane. The tail usually
has a fixed horizontal piece (called the horizontal stabilizer) and a fixed vertical piece (called the vertical
stabilizer). The stabilizers' job is to provide stability for the aircraft, to keep it flying straight. The vertical
stabilizer keeps the nose of the plane from swinging from side to side, while the horizontal stabilizer
prevents an up-and-down motion of the nose.

At the rear of the wings and stabilizers are small moving sections that are attached to the fixed sections
by hinges. In the figure, these moving sections are colored brown. Changing the rear portion of a wing will
change the amount of force that the wing produces. The ability to change forces gives us a means of
controlling and maneuvering the airplane. The hinged part of the vertical stabilizer is called the rudder; it
is used to deflect the tail to the left and right as viewed from the front of the fuselage. The hinged part of
the horizontal stabilizer is called the elevator; it is used to deflect the tail up and down. The outboard
hinged part of the wing is called the aileron; it is used to roll the wings from side to side. Most airliners can
also be rolled from side to side by using the spoilers. Spoilers are small plates that are used to disrupt the
flow over the wing and to change the amount of force by decreasing the lift when the spoiler is deployed.

The wings have additional hinged, rear sections near the body that are called flaps. Flaps are deployed
downward on takeoff and landing to increase the amount of force produced by the wing. On some
aircraft, the front part of the wing will also deflect. Slats are used at takeoff and landing to produce
additional force. The spoilers are also used during landing to slow the plane down and to counteract the
flaps when the aircraft is on the ground. The next time you fly on an airplane, notice how the wing shape
changes during takeoff and landing.
The fuselage or body of the airplane, holds all the pieces together. The pilots sit in the cockpit at the
front of the fuselage. Passengers and cargo are carried in the rear of the fuselage. Some aircraft carry
fuel in the fuselage; others carry the fuel in the wings.

As mentioned above, the aircraft configuration in the figure is only an example. Individual aircraft may be
configured quite differently from this airliner. The Wright Brothers 1903 Flyer had pusher propellers and
the elevators at the front of the aircraft. Fighter aircraft often have the jet engines buried inside the
fuselage. Many fighter aircraft also combine the horizontal stabilizer and elevator into a single stabilator
surface. There are many possible aircraft configurations, but any configuration must provide for the
four forces needed for flight.

1. Say if these sentences are true (T) or false (F)

a. __ A plane´s wing is attached to the fuselage.

b. __ The nose has stabilizers to keep an aircraft steady.

c. __ Turboprops are less appropriate for large, fast jets.

d. __ Ailerons guide an aircraft during takeoff

e. __ A spoiler helps a pilot fly faster

f. __ Pilots need stabilizers to prevent unwanted movement

2. Match the words or phrases (1-7) with the definitions (A-G)

1 ____ tail 5 ____ fuselage

2 ____ tire 6 ____ turboprop
3 ____ nose 7 ____ slats
4 ____ turbine engine 8 ____ elevator
A. the central part of an aircraft F. the rear part of aircraft
B . an engine that uses a propeller for thrust G . a rubber part around a wheel
C . the front part of an aircraft
D.an engine that uses exhaust for propulsion. H. The produce additional force for takeoff and landing.
E. used to deflect the tail up and down

3. Choose the sentence that uses the underlined part correctly:

1- A. The plane needs wheels to land safely.

B. The damaged tire caused the pilot to loose control during flight.

2- A. Airplanes and jets are examples of fixed wing aircraft.

B. A jet gets it propulsion from the fuselage.

 3- A. The cockpit is usually located at the tail of an aircraft.

B. Wings provide the lift needed for a plane to fly.

4- The spoiler / horizontal stabilizer prevents unwanted up-and-down movement.

5- The pilot used the rudder / elevator to bring the plane down to the runway.

6- Flaps / winglets allow the pilot to increase the amount of force produced.

7- A pilot slows down during the landing by adjusting the vertical stabilizers / slats.

❖ LISTENING: Listen to a conversation between a pilot and a co-pilot. Choose the correct answers.

B. Listen again and complete the conversation.

 ❖ WRITING: Write your CV in English

Recruitment is the process of finding candidates for a job. The employers advertise the jobs online, in
newspapers, job centres, etc.

If you want to get a job, you have to apply for it. First of all, you have to send your CV and a cover letter.
Then, you may have a job interview.

CV__________________________________________________________________________

The CV (curriculum vitae) is a summary of your personal and professional information, your job experience,
qualifications and skills. It can also include your hobbies and interests.

1. Job adverts: You are an aircraft mechanic. You have just finished vocational training
school and are looking for your first job. Go into this website, and, in pairs, choose a
job suitable. Which one would be the most interesting for you? Why?

https://www.aviationjobsearch.com/jobs/aircraft-mechanic

__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
_________
2. What do you know about a CV? Write true or false.
a) A CV is a document with information about you.

b) You use a CV to get a job.

c) You should put your photo on your CV.

d) Your CV should be 3 or 4 pages long.

e) It’s Ok to have grammar mistakes on your CV.

f) All information in your CV must be in full sentences.

g) Employers usually look at a CV for about 2 minutes.

3. Write the missing letters and match to the column:

4. Read the article. Replace the numbered for the correct ones:
5. Read part of a CV. then listen to the interview. Complete the missing sections
(TECH2/WB/Track 4)

A résumé or CV is usually divided up into the following sections:

➔ Personal and contact information: address, telephone number, (professional) email address, photo
(only if explicitly asked for), age (only if explicitly asked for).

➔ Education and qualifications: start off with the most recent and only mention the most important ones

➔ Work history and experience: list the most relevant and recent first, including holiday jobs, voluntary
work and placements; the employer's name, your job title and how long you worked there, as well as
giving a brief description of what you did in each job
➔ Skills: put in skills that are relevant to the job; show that you have the skills by giving examples rather
than just listing them

➔ Interests and activities: give brief details and choose ones that also reflect your skills and personality
(but be truthful!).

➔ Now write your CV with all the information given. Follow the steps.

a. Enter your virtual course and think about the questions….

 Why do you want this job? / What skills do you have? / What languages can you speak? /

What makes you different from other candidates?

b. Write your own information, download the template and share it with your teacher in your
virtual course.

❖ SPEAKING:

After you send a CV, many times someone will email or call you to have a personal interview. Even if the
position is in Spain, they probably will ask you to answer some questions in English.

Do a brainstorming talk in the class, and together, you will agree to 5 common questions.

1-
_______________________________________________________________________________________

2-
_______________________________________________________________________________________

3-
_______________________________________________________________________________________

4-
_______________________________________________________________________________________

5-
_______________________________________________________________________________________

➔ Your task will be to prepare for an interview as an aircraft mechanic with someone
from your class. One will be the interviewer and the other will be the candidate.

You need to make sure:

- You answer to at least 4 of the questions.

- Both speak more or less the same (the interviewer can explain things about the company).
- You use the vocabulary learnt in this unit.
- You are professional and keep semiformal language.
- You speak at least for 3 minutes (all together).

❖ PRACTICAL PART. Read the following incident report. Do the exercise and translate the
report into Spanish. You will attach both answers to your virtual course.
 1- Which words in the text have the same meaning as these words?
a) smell: __________________________ e) showed: _________________________
b) turned back: _____________________ f) caused by: _______________________
c) engine run-up: ____________________ g) faulty: ___________________________
d) occurred again: ___________________ h) check valve: ______________________

2- Translate the report.