Authority, Duties and Responsibilities of the Commander Flashcards

1
Q

Where will you find the Authority, Duties &

Responsibilities of a

Commander listed?

A

OM-A 1.4

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Q

Name the primary

reponsibility of the

Commander.

A

Responsible for the safe operation

of the aircraft

& for the safety of

the occupants / cargo.

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3
Q

Name four other reponsibilities of

the Commander.

A
  • has authority to remove any pax/cargo which may

be a potential hazard.

  • Not allow pax to be drunk to extent a/c

safety is endangered.

  • Ensure sufficient fuel & oil (& of correct type)
  • Ensure W&B / Perf all calculated correctly & safe.
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Q

What is the Commanders

duty / responsibility

in an emergency situation

that requires an

immediate decision / action?

A

To take any action he considers

necessary under the circumstances.

In such an event, he

may deviate from rules,

operational procedures

and methods

in the interestes of safety.

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5
Q

How many Commanders can there be on

any give flight?

A

easyJet will nominate one of

the pilots to be

the Aircraft Commander

for each flight or series of flights.

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6
Q

Which CAA publication (CAP)

& which parts / articles

relate to the duties & authorities

of the Commander?

A

CAP 393 - Air Navigation

Part 10, Articles 86-93 : Duties of a Commander

Details actions, briefs required of the Commander.

Part 19, Articles 137-143: Prohibited Behaviour

establishes authority of a Commander

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Q

What commands may the

Commander give?

A

He may give commands necessary

to secure

safety of aircraft

& of

occupants.

All persons carried shall obey such commands.

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Q

Does a Commander have to accept

an aircraft in all circumstances?

A

NO.

He may decide

whether or NOT

to accept an aircraft

with unserviceabilities

ALLOWED by the CDL or MEL.

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