Radda, Abubakar Abdullahi

Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (EASA Part-66 B1/B2, A&P and A&C) with over 10 years of progressive experience across line and base maintenance, heavy checks, aircraft acquisition, and redelivery support.

Authorized Certifying

Engineer on B737-300/400/500 with hands-on experience on B747-400, B777-200/300, A320 family, Embraer 135/145, and Learjet 45. Proven track record supporting C-checks, D-checks, AOG recovery, defect rectification, MEL/CDL clearance, and aircraft interior modifications, while maintaining full regulatory compliance (FAA, NCAA, EASA-aligned). Known for strong technical judgment, cross-functional coordination, and delivering aircraft on time, airworthy, and dispatch-ready.

A&P Certifying Engineer – B737-300/400/500 | Mechanic – B747-400 at Max Air Limited (2022-12 – Present)

• Serving as Authorized Certifying Engineer on B737 Classic fleet, issuing CRS for line maintenance, defect rectification, and MEL/CDL clearance in accordance with NCAA standards.
• Supporting daily maintenance of an active commercial fleet, contributing to high dispatch reliability and on-time departures.
• Troubleshooting and rectifying airframe, powerplant, and avionics defects, minimizing AOG occurrences and operational disruptions.
• Performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on B747-400, supporting line and base maintenance activities.
• Ensuring accurate completion of technical logs, task cards, and maintenance records, maintaining audit-ready documentation at all times.

A&P Engineer – B737-300/400/500 | B747-400 Mechanic at Max Air Limited (2022-07 – 2022-12)

• Executed line maintenance tasks under Part-145-equivalent standards, supporting scheduled operations on B737 Classic aircraft.
• Assisted in defect rectification, component replacement, servicing, and inspections across airframe and powerplant systems.
• Built hands-on experience transitioning into a certifying role, strengthening troubleshooting and independent decision-making skills.

MRO On-the-Job Training – A&P Engineer (Base Maintenance) at Aerocontractors MRO (2023-10 – 2024-10)

• Participated in heavy base maintenance (C-checks and non-routine tasks) on multiple aircraft types for in-house and third-party operators.
• Supported structural inspections, systems checks, defect findings, and rectification under MRO supervision.
• Gained full exposure to base maintenance workflows, planning interfaces, and quality control processes.

Apprentice – Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) at Max Air Limited (2021-01 – 2022-06)

• Completed structured apprenticeship supporting line and limited base maintenance activities.
• Assisted licensed engineers with inspections, component changes, servicing, and documentation.
• Built foundational competence across airframe, engine, and basic avionics systems.

Trainee Engineer – Technical & Commercial Representative at Max Air Limited (2017 – 2020)

Assignments included USA (Arizona, California, Texas), UK, and Nigeria.

• Represented airline interests during C-checks and D-checks on B747-400, B737-300, and Learjet 45 at third-party MROs.
• Supported aircraft acquisition and redelivery, including technical evaluation, defect review, and acceptance processes.
• Participated in borescope inspections on eight (8) PW4000 engines, contributing to the selection of four (4) serviceable engines for fleet entry.
• Supported interior reconfiguration projects, increasing seating capacity to 560 seats on multiple B747-400 aircraft.
• Assisted management during negotiations for the purchase of three (3) B737-300 aircraft and additional B747-400.

MSc in Oil & Gas Management – University of Plymouth

BSc in Petroleum Chemistry & Engineering – American University of Nigeria