Daniel Vizitiu is an aircraft maintenance technician and Air Force veteran with over 9 years of experience maintaining various aircraft. He has worked as an Airframe & Power Plant Technician for Robert's Aviation, performing inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance. As a Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Technician in the Air Force, he maintained systems on F-15, MQ-9, F-22, and KC-135 aircraft. He received his Bachelor's degree in Japanese Language & Literature from the University of Kentucky and holds various maintenance certifications.
Abstract:
Landing gear is one of the critical subsystems of an aircraft. The need to design landing gear with minimum weight, minimum volume, high performance, improved life and reduced life cycle cost have posed many challenges to landing gear designers and practitioners. Further it is essential to reduce the landing gear design and development cycle time while meeting all the regulatory and safety requirements. Many technologies have been developed over the years to meet these challenges in design and development of landing gear. This paper presents a perspective on various stages of landing gear design and development, current technology landscape and how these technologies are helping us to meet the challenges involved in the development of landing gear and how they are going to evolve in future.
NAME : S. Srinivasa Phani Kumar
Branch : MECHANICAL
College : SWARNANDHRA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
Abstract:
Landing gear is one of the critical subsystems of an aircraft. The need to design landing gear with minimum weight, minimum volume, high performance, improved life and reduced life cycle cost have posed many challenges to landing gear designers and practitioners. Further it is essential to reduce the landing gear design and development cycle time while meeting all the regulatory and safety requirements. Many technologies have been developed over the years to meet these challenges in design and development of landing gear. This paper presents a perspective on various stages of landing gear design and development, current technology landscape and how these technologies are helping us to meet the challenges involved in the development of landing gear and how they are going to evolve in future.
NAME : S. Srinivasa Phani Kumar
Branch : MECHANICAL
College : SWARNANDHRA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
Retired USAF in Production Management with a BBA from University of Management and Technology (with honors; GPA 3.56). Energetic and eager to learn, assess, and apply to processes for goal accomplishment.
1. DANIEL VIZITIU
Amelia, OH (513) 293-3355 daniel.vizitiu@uky.edu linkedin.com/in/danielvizitiu
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – AIR FORCE VETERAN
Achievement-oriented professional with strong background in aircraft maintenance. Air Force veteran with 9+ years of
experience in operational-level aircraft maintenance and as Airframe & Power Plant Technician. Provides exceptional
education in operations and management utilized to repair and perform preventative maintenance on numerous airframes.
Highly-effective communicator with ability to build relationships and contribute within team environments. Value-centric
leader who thrives in fast-paced and challenging environments providing forward-thinking and professionalism at all times.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FLOOR HOST & SECURITY PROFESSIONAL – Spearmint Rhino, Lexington, KY 2013 – Present
AIRFRAME & POWER PLANT TECHNICIAN – Robert’s Aviation 2016
Served as Airframe & Power Plant Technician gaining experience working in a FAR Part 145 environment. Performed
inspections, preventative maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting, part replacement, and repairs on airframes, engines, and
avionics systems. Conducted work on Gulfstream, Lear Jet, Hawker Beechcraft, Kin Air, and Challenger airframes. Read,
interpreted, and complied with technical data, including service instructions, bulletins, and airworthiness directives as instructed
by manufacturer or FAA. Contacted OEM, technical representatives, and suppliers for technical assistance.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS:
❖ Performed corrective actions on electrical systems, engines, fuel systems, and related aircraft systems
❖ Serviced and repaired aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness according to best practices
❖ Removed and replaced any defective components as well as adjusted and rigged systems as required
❖ Recorded maintenance actions on aircraft, engine, and component records, forms, tags, and documents
❖ Conducted preventative maintenance and servicing on-site for assigned ground support equipment
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – United States Air Force Active Duty / Reserves 2004 – 2013
Provided leadership as Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Technician working with F-15C/D/E, MQ-9 Predator Unmanned Drones,
F-22 Raptor, and KC-135 Crew Chief. Reviewed maintenance records determining trends and production effectiveness.
Conducted functional tests on repaired aircraft components and systems in accordance with technical data. Served as Airframe &
Power Plant Technician responsible for launch, recovery, maintenance, and servicing of assigned aircraft and systems.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS:
❖ Maintained system integrity and aerodynamic safety of flight on 32 F-15C/D/E aircraft valued at over $3B+
❖ Received 14 quality verification inspections with zero defects exceeding unit standard with 98% pass rate (2008)
❖ Recognized by leadership for job performance and leadership receiving expedited promotion from E-3 to E-4
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) IN JAPANESE LANGUAGE & LITERATURE – University of Kentucky (Dec 2016)
CERTIFICATIONS
Airframe & Power Plant Certification (2016) | Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Technician – 7 Skill Level
First Line Supervisor Certification (2008 – Present) | Airmen Leadership School (ALS) (2008)
F-15Tactical Aircraft Maintenance (Hydraulic Systems) (2007) & (Engine Starting Systems (2006)
Corrosion Control Certification (2005 – Present) | Integrated Maintenance Data System for Flight Line (2005)
