AEP Flashcards
What is the minimum cabin crew on A320/A321 and A321(NEO)?
4/5/5
How many Cabin doors is on A320 (CEO)?
4
L1, R1, L2 and R2
How many Cabin door is on A321(CEO)?
8
L1, R1, L2, R2, L3 R3, L4 and R4
On A320(B-LCH/LCI) and A320neo, if you have 5 cabin crews which one of the crew members will sit on the jump seat?
FA3. After SCCM confirms the final passengers count with the commander, before close the door.
When will the augmented crew return to the jump seat before landing?
When flight crew do the P/A: “Cabin Crew, prepare the cabin for landing”
A320: Is the type C door primary exits for LAND and DITCHING?
Yes
What is the pre-flight check of the type C door?
- Ensure the door is disarmed with the safety pin inserted
and the read streamer visible. - Confirm the door is closed properly by checking the door
locking indicator.
Prior closing the door, to ensure all ground personnel have vacated the cabin, what P/A by the SCCM should be done?
“Would all ground personnel please leave the aircraft; we are ready for departure”
When should door type C should be armed?
When all the area is clear of obstructions, then the Pilot Monitoring (PM) will confirm that all cabin doors are indicated CLOSED on the DOOR/OXY SD page and make the P/A: “Cabin Crew, arm your door for departure and cross check”
What is the motivation command for evacuation on land?
Evacuate, Evacuate;
Saw Sarn, Saw Sarn (Cantonese)
Unfasten Seat Belt
High Heels off
Leave Bags
Come this Way, Hurry, Faster
Jump and Slide, TWO at a time* for Doors 1 and 4
Jump and Slide ONE at a time* for Doors 2 and 3
What is the motivation command for evacuation for ditching?
Evacuate, Evacuate
Saw Sarn, Saw Sarn (Cantonese)
Unfasten Seat Belt
Life Jacket on, under your seat
Shoes off
Leave Bags
Come this Way, Hurry, Faster
Inflate Life Jacket, Board Slide raft, Hands and Knees*
*Doors 2 and 3
Inflate Life Jackets, Jump.
When does the red door indicator light flash?
When at least one engine is shut down, the related door is disarmed, and the cabin is still pressurized.
Differential pressure is above 2.5 mbar.
When does the slide armed indicator white light illuminate?
When the door is armed, and the control handle is lifted.
Should the Cockpit crew cycle the seat belt on if it is already ON 20 minutes before landing?
No, they only cycle it at 10.000’ft once.
What is the correct call out for cockpit crew to perform at 2500’ft?
“Cabin Crew, please be seated for landing”
Before making the P/A “Cabin Crew, disarm your door for arrival and cross check” you should ensure that the aircraft has come to a complete stop at the gate, and?
PARK BRK ON
ENG MASTER 1 and 2 OFF
What is the company policy to open the cabin doors?
It should be open from outside by qualified ground personnel under normal circumstance.
If the aircraft diverts to another airport where the qualified personnel is not available, would it be possible for the cabin crew to open the door from inside?
Yes, but she/he should wait instructions from the commander.
A320: Are type III doors primary exits for LAND and DITCHING?
No. they are primary exits for LAND and secondary for DITCHING.
What is the pre-flight check for type III door?
Check the protective cover are in position.
If the overwing slide fails to inflate, where is the inflation handle located?
It is located at the inner upper corner of the overwing exit. (Type III)
What are the requirements for passengers to sit on the overwing exit?
Willing to assist, physically and mentally capable to operate the emergency exit
Able to understand printed or graphic indications or oral commands
At least 18 years of age
Not be seated with an infant
Not require the use of extension seat belt
No passengers with reduce mobility
Not be a deportee or prisoner or in custody
Pregnant women (HKE policy)
What is the time needed for the photoluminescent strip to charge up?
The cabin light should be set to BRIGHT for a 15-minute period during pre -takeoff and pre-landing.
Can the FAP red emergency push button on the sub-panel bypass the cockpit switch panel and activate the emergency lights?
Yes, it can. Unless the cockpit switch is ON.
For how long will the escape path light system be on during emergency situation?
12 minutes
A321(CEO): In regards of pre-flight check for doors 2 and 3, should the cabin crew check the slide bottle pressure gauge?
Not required.
Where are the escape slides located for doors 2 and 3 on A321 (CEO)?
They are stowed in the compartment below the door frames outside the aircraft.
A321/A320 (NEO): How do you use the over wing door?
Evaluate out, pull the cover, let the hatch open automatically.
A321 (NEO): Which door is considered secondary for ditching?
Overwing Exit (same for A320 CEO/NEO)
A321 (NEO): How many positions does the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) have?
ARM (Guarded position)
ON – Manually Activated
OFF
A321 (NEO): How many seats is it available for PAX, Cabin Crew, and Infant?
236 for PAX, 6 for Cabin crew and 11 for infant
What is the indication in case of a lavatory fire in the toilet?
Master Warning illuminate, Chime, ECAM
What is the difference between smoke and fumes?
Smoke: is the product of burning materials made visible by the presence of small
particles
Fumes: refer to invisible gases that can be detected by smell
What is the correct procedure to detect smoke and fumes by the Cabin Crew / Flight Crew?
It should attempt to identify the source by using their sensory functions: smell, vision, touch and hearing.
In case of smoke or fumes, what are the acute symptoms for that?
Irritated eyes
Sinus congestion
Respiratory Symptoms
Gastrointestinal upset
Unconsciousness
In case of a smoke event in the cabin, what should be the correct post-event procedure for the flight crew?
Complete Tech Log
Complete Air Safety Report (ASR)
Complete the Cabin Odors and Smoke (COS) and attach it to the Aircraft Tech Log
If the fire starts on the toilet inside the waste bin, what is the protections available?
To help to prevent a fire from starting in the lavatory waste bin, a self-discharge fire extinguisher is installed in each waste bin.
What is the correct procedure for PED thermal runaway in the cockpit?
The Flight Crew must follow the QRH-SMOKE/FIRE FROM LITHIUM BATTERY.
In case of fire on the Flight Crew PED, is it possible to remove from the cockpit?
Only after the fire has been extinguished. Flight Crew shall use the heat resistant gloves to transfer the device into the Fire Containment Bag (FCB) for transport away from the cockpit and do not seal the FCB.
Is it possible to douse the water in a PED in flames?
No
In case the PED is too big and there is no FCB available, what is the correct procedure then?
Use the empty lavatory waste bin and use water or non-flammable liquid and completely immerse the device in it.
What should you do in case of a PED fire in the cockpit?
Follow the QRH. Unplug the device if it is being charged, then remove it from the cockpit using the Fire Containment Bag.
What is your immediate action at the first sign of smoke or suspected fume event in the cockpit?
Don the oxygen masks.
Which is the correct action in case the circuit breaker in the cabin has popped?
The circuit breaker can be reset ONCE by flight crew only upon the Commander’s approval on the occurrence.
A320: (LCE) - The C doors may be use as a life raft?
No, only as a floating device.
A321: door 1&4 if no survival kit, is it possible to use the dual lane slide raft as a life raft?
No, only in case if the survival kit is loaded.
A321: Is it possible for door 2&3 be used for ditching situation?
Yes, but the slides should not be deployed in a diching situation. Only to launch additional life raft.
What is the correct cast-off procedure on dual channel slide raft?
To cast-off the slide raft use the hook knife to cut the mooring line.
NOTE: The mooring line of Slide raft/ Escape Slide will break automatically when the aircraft sinks.
A321: Where is the red manual inflation handle for door 1&4?
Under the flap of the girt bar
A321: Where is the red manual inflation handle for door 2&3?
On the upper right-hand side of the door frame
A320: Type III exits are primary or secondary in ditching situations:
They are secondary exits in diching evacuation.
When should automatic cabin signs due to depressurization appear?
When cabin exceeds 14,000’ft
In case automatic P/A is not available what should be the correct procedure for the Cabin Crew?
The SCCM or another crewmember with access to the interphone will make the P/A manually.
Explosion decompression in the aircraft will experience the followings effects:
Loud noise
Drop of temperature
Ear discomfort / ear pain
Rush of air
The time of useful consciousness at:
25000
30000
35000
40000 ft
Flight Altitude Time of Useful Consciousness
25,000ft 3-5 minutes
30,000ft 1-2 minute
38,000ft 30-60 seconds
40,000ft 15-20 seconds
What are the body physical effects whenever you lack oxygen?
Impaired vision and judgment
Unable to coordinate body movements
Drowsiness
Slurred speech
Memory loss
Difficulty to concentrate
After the loss of pressurization, what is the correct procedure in regards with the flight crew food cart?
Secure the food cart by wedging it in between seats with brake applied.
Should the cabin crew immediately help the passengers in distress after the decompression has happened?
No, note their seat location and remain on oxygen until advised by the flight crew that the oxygen is no longer required.
If there is no communication from the cockpit crew after a while the decompression has happened, what should the cabin crew do?
If there is no response, cabin crew will carry a portable oxygen bottle and enter the cockpit using the emergency access code (9583#)
Administer then oxygen to the incapacitated flight crew.
How long does the Chemical Passenger Service Unit (PSU) last after being pulled by the passengers?
15 minutes.
Which is the correct P/A to notify the cabin crew and passengers of a decompression?
“Emergency Descent, Emergency descent”
During the take-off, if light turbulence is expected, what procedure should be followed by the commander?
The commander should brief the cabin crew accordingly. Cabin crew will remain seated until the seat belt sign is switched off. In case the seat belt signs remain on due turbulence, the seat belt signs are cycled On and OFF to indicate the end of sterile cockpit period. The Commander will inform the SCCM when the duties can be started.
What is the procedure and the callout from P/A by the flight crew in case of moderate turbulence?
Set seat belt ON and “Cabin crew, be seated for turbulence”.
Can cabin crew serve hot liquids in light turbulence?
No
What is the procedure and the callout from P/A by the flight crew of severe turbulence?
Set seat belt ON and “Passengers and Cabin Crew, be seated for turbulence”.
In case of severe turbulence, should the cabin crew try to help any passengers to fasten their seat belt?
No, the cabin crew should seat immediately.
Who is responsible to be in the cockpit during the refueling in absence of the commander?
A nominate flight crew member, and he/she shall inform the SCCM upon the commencement of the fueling.
What is the correct procedure in regards of the seats belts while fueling the aircraft?
Seats belt shall be switched off
What is the correct procedure, in regards to signs, when refueling the aircraft?
Seats belt OFF and No smoking ON
During aircraft refueling, the PED should be set to?
Airplane mode
If the vapor fuel is detected in the cabin, what should be the correct procedure?
Cabin Crew and Ground Fueling Personnel shall be informed immediately all the activities using electrical equipment shall stop including refueling and cleaning
During refueling what should be status of the cabin doors?
Disarmed
What shall the procedure of the flight crew be after the completion of the fueling?
Seats Belts ON
Are the emergency escape slides a primary resource in case of evacuation during refueling with the passengers on board?
No, actually is the last resource
Does a pilot need to be present in the cockpit during refueling?
Yes, one has to be present
List of banned at all times on board HKE aircraft:
Airband radio transmitters
Wireless mouse
CB radios
Laser pointer
Portable TV with pictures tube
Remote control toys
Bluetooth devices
Wireless printers
Two-way communication devices
VHF scanner receivers
What should be the correct procedures in case the commander suspects the EMI is interfering on instrumentation of the aircraft?
Commander will make a P/A to request passengers to switch off all PED
Should the commander perform the SAR and make an entry on Tech Log after such event a like EMI?
Yes
The BCF is capable to use the extinguisher what class of fire?
Class B & C. It can also be used on class A fires, but water should be used afterwards
What emergency equipment can be found in the cockpit?
BCF Extinguisher, PBE, Fire Containment Bag, Crash Axe, DME Torch
What is the duration of the BCF?
10 seconds
What is the pre-flight check of the Air Total BCF extinguisher?
Secure
Yellow pointer indicator in green range
Wire seal intact.
What are the precautions when operating the HAFEX extinguisher?
Stand 6-8 feet away, gradually moving closer in sweeping motion.
What is the duration of HAFEX extinguisher?
10 seconds
What is the pre-flight check for HAFEX extinguisher?
Secure, safety pin and seal intact, pointer in green zone.
What is the pre-flight check of the Air Liquide Type PBE?
Secure, seal is intact, and indicator is green
How do you operate the Air Liquid Type PBE?
Open the stowage box by lifting the yellow handle (Old PBE)
Push up the green seal latch upwards (New PBE)
Tears open the foil packet and take out the hood
Unfold the hood clear from the visor. Put the thumbs on the red markings to enlarge the neck seal
Swiftly shake the hood downward
Don the smoke hood from the back towards the front
Oxygen will activate as it is put on.
What is the pre-flight check of the Drager PBE?
Ensure the seal is intact.
What is the precaution when using the PBE?
Hair tugged in, keep away from heat or source of fire use
What is the procedure to activate the oxygen flow on Drager PBE?
Pull down the lanyard to initiate the oxygen flow
How do you activate the oxygen flow on the AVOX type PBE?
Pull the actuation ring in the direction indicated to start the oxygen flow
What is the pre-flight check for the AVOX Type PBE?
Ensure the seal is intact
What is the duration of the PBE?
15 minutes
What is the pre-flight check for the gloves?
In position