A Clear Outlook

I asked Cupery to pass along a bit of his experience to new AMTs and someone wanting to become a window repair specialist. “For the AMTs, when you are working around windows, please think before you act.” He has seen many windows in his shop that someone polished and distorted. These windows cannot be corrected and all you can do is chase the distortion around the window.

Aircraft windows are strong but can be easily damaged by a careless act: dropping a tool, dragging an air hose or electrical cord across a window, or wiping it with a dirty shop towel. If you are measuring window damage, measure twice. Even new windows can be at OEM limits. For the person considering becoming a window repairman, this is craftsman work and a labor of love. Repairing and polishing windows is intense, meticulous, unforgiving work. According to Cupery, it is a worthwhile effort “because a clean and polished window in an expensive corporate jet is a safe and beautiful thing.” 

Charles Chandler was assisted by Bob Cupery in writing this article. For more information on Aircraft Window Repairs, visit www.aircraftwindowrepairs.com or call (800) 229-2972.