B7 - Aircraft Loading (Pilot Relevant)

Question 1

What are standard passenger weights?

Answer 1

Adult = 87kg
Child (2-12) = 32kg
Infant (0-2) = Not considered

Question 2

If groups of 15 or ore children are onboard the aircraft where should they be sitting, and when should load control be advised?

Answer 2

Business Class Jet = Rows 8-12
Single Class Jet = Rows 6-10
If large groups of children sitting outside these zones advise load control

Question 3

What does the CASA Instrument advise regarding minimum number of passengers sitting in emergency exit rows?

Answer 3

If less than 8 able bodied persons, prioritise immediately adjacent seats first then the aisle seats of exits.

Question 4

In the event of a cabin crew seat being unserviceable, does load control need to be advised?

Answer 4

No, there is normally an allowance for cabin crew moving through the cabin applied, this is suitable enough to cover the CofG change.

Question 5

If you notice an empty cargo area after baggage has been loaded, are the barriers required to be secured?

Answer 5

Yes, however the loading supervisor is responsible for checking this.

Question 6

What is the maximum cargo uplift on all B717 sectors?

Answer 6

1000kg (1t) Including Qantas Stores & Livestock, additional may be carried but subject to space & W&B

Question 7

Is there some restrictions with other cargo when live animals are carried?

Answer 7

• Human Remains & Animals not loaded in same compartment
• Live animals not in the same hold as DRY ICE
• Animals that are natural enemies (dogs & cats) separated sufficiently to prevent agitation

Question 8

When live crustaceans are carried onboard, what are recommended locations to prevent spoilage?

Answer 8

Should be transported as Perishable Food in either Fwd 21 or Aft 31, not Fwd 11 (Spoilage Risk)