A6 - Ground Operations Manual (Pilot Relevant)

Question 1

After headset disconnection on pushback, and flight crew need to re-establish communication what can you do?

Answer 1

Flash the aircraft nose wheel light several times

Question 2

If both engines are started during push back, will N1 be called? (Single Person Pushback)

Answer 2

N1 for the left engine will be called, after tow bar disconnection will the dispatcher called right engine N1. Before this there is no N1 requirement.
(2 person push back, the assistant will advise the dispatcher on right N1)

Question 3

If a cross bleed start is required, what restrictions are there?

Answer 3

Both can be started on the bay, or push back with 1 operating (brakes parked & disconnection of tug) then the second engine can be started. Any thrust increase above idle requires ATC approval.

Question 4

If a fuel spill occurs during boarding of passengers, what must be done?

Answer 4

Any passengers either onboard, embarking or disembarking are removed to an area at least 15m from the spilled fuel.

Question 5

When the aircraft is loaded, what space must be left between baggage and the ceiling of the cargo hold.

Answer 5

5cm clearance must be maintained throughout the length of the lower deck.

Question 6

What is the maximum number of infants allowed to be carried?

Answer 6

6 if flight is full, 8 if there are 2 or more seats free.