BeechTalk - BT - Looking for Merlin mechanic for prepurchase inspection

Username Protected · **Posted:** 25 Jan 2016, 18:32

I am a newcomer to the specialized knowledge in the Merlin world. I am in the process of looking for a good Merlin IIIC to buy.

When the time comes for a prepurchase inspection, I have 3 mechanics on the possible list. I would appreciate any endorsements (or criticisms via PM) as well as additions to my list.

Rusty Bauman, East Texas Turbines
Tyler, TX

Kirby Dockal, Alpha Aircraft Services
New Braunfels, TX

Dan Hoban, Aces Aircraft Maintenance
Minden, NV

Username Protected · **Posted:** 27 Jan 2016, 21:27

Another name has come up:
Bradley Vidrine of Gulf Air Management in Jennings, LA.

If anyone has dealt with Bradley, please let me know.

Username Protected · **Posted:** 27 Jan 2016, 22:03

Dan,

I thought you had your European inspection sorted out? We have over 100 years experience on Merlins in the shop as well as annual recurrent training on the planes FWIW. I doubt anyone does a week long annual recurrent for their techs.

If you can convince Vidrine to go, he would be an asset to your cause.

Bruce