11.7 Airstairs Flashcards
1
Q
What are air stairs ?
A
Electrically or hydraulically deployed and are used to board and bisembark passengers
2
Q
Why aren’t air stairs usually used on wide body aircraft ?
A
They are a lot further off the ground, making them heavy and unsafe
3
Q
What are the stairs made of on air stairs ?
A
Light alloys
4
Q
What are the hinges and rails made from on air stairs?
A
Titanium or steel
5
Q
What must integral air stairs be fitted with ?
A
Breaking systems
6
Q
What might smaller commercial aircraft be fitted with ?
A
Foldable air stairs
