Ch. 8.2 Ground Handling Instructions Flashcards
Who other than flight deck crew are authrorized to commence fuelling? And how much can they refuel unless otherwise instructed?
A380
UAE OMA 8.2.1.1 Rev 23
Authourized engineers approved by EK Engineering or a delegate. OFP Ramp fuel -5 Tons
When may the commander request an updated OFP for TOW changes?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.1 Rev 23
Changes of 2 Tons or more. Otherwise calculate CORR T/O FUEL using ZFW CHG figures from OFP.
What safety precautions exist during refuelling/defuelling?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.2 Rev 23
- ENG IGN shall be OFF
- WX Radar OFF
- Strobe light OFF
- No HF transmissions
- No smoking or use of naked lights
What additional safety precautions are taken when wide cut type fuels are “involved”?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23 and 8.2.1.4 Rev 22
- No fuelling ops when PAX are either on board, embarking or disembarking
- Next two uplifts are considered with wide-cut involved
- Consider reduction of flow rate as per OM-A if static disspator is not present in the fuel
*“Involved” means when it is being supplied or already in the tanks
A380
What shall the ramp agent ensure when refueling with PAX either on board, embarking or disembarking?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23
- L1 and L2 and UL1 shall be designated for evacuation if the captain does not designate otherwise and their proximate ground area clear
- The CC, ENG and at least 1 Flight deck crew are at their stations
- Consider special permissions / procedures as per airport/local authority (e.g. mandatory fire engine)
- Pax are clear of fuelling zone when steps are used
What shall the flight crew do when refueling with PAX either on board, embarking or disembarking?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23
- Establish communication with the engineer and stay alert for a spillage/fire warning from the engineer or crew,
- Prepared to initiate evacuation, if necessary,
- Inform CC that refueling is finished with seatbelt sign on, and
- Stop refueling operation if fuel vapour is detected in the cabin or due to any other hazard.
What shall the engineer do when refueling with PAX either on board, embarking or disembarking?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23
- Establish communications with flight deck
- Inform flight deck of commencement/completion of fuelling ops
- Alert flight deck of fire or spillage
What shall the Purser do when refueling with PAX either on board, embarking or disembarking?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23
- Brief CC if captain changed the assigned evac. doors
- Set Cabin lights 100%
- Inform PAX by PA of refuelling
During Re/Defueling, should the slides of the respective designated evacuation doors be armed?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 22
No, unless an evacuation is commanded.
What is EK policy regarding refuelling with Wide-Cut type fuels?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.4 Rev 22
Shall be avoided unless it is the only option
What is EK’s policy on refuelling with one engine running?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.5 Rev 22
- Allowed if authourized by AD authority
- Follow FCOM PRO-NOR-SUP-SUP-FUEL Procedure
Where will the flight crew find the tolerances for the fuel uplift gross check?
UAE OMA 8.2.1.6 Rev 22
Under “FUEL ON BOARD” FCOM Normal Procedures
UAE FCOM PRO-NOR-SOP-60 P 20/20 29-Sep-22
What is the fuel freezing point for JET A and JET A1? TS-1(FCOM)?
if an actual measurement was not provided
UAE OMA 8.2.1.7 Rev 22 and UAE A380 FCOM LIM-FUEL
JET A = -40ºC*
JET A1= -47ºC*
TS-1= -50ºC
*if 90% or more of the uplifted fuel for current sector otherwise -40ºC
Under what case is a pregnant PAX allowed without a medical certificate or letter?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.1.3 Rev 22
Uncomplicated pregnancy up till the end of the 28th week
Will require a doctor/midwife certificate or letter entering week 29
When is EK MEDA required in addition to the normal doctor/midwife letter/certificate when carrying a pregnant PAX?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.1.3 Rev 22
- Uncomplicated single > 36 weeks
- Uncomplicated multiple > 32 weeks
- Any complicated pregnancy
Can pregnant PAX be carried if they dont comply with the restrictions and limitations on OMA 8.2?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.1.3 Rev 22
They may be carried on urgent or compassionate reasons and shall be cleared by Emirates Medical Services and carried under MEDIF procedures as a medical case.
What shall the commander do when a restraint kit has been used on a PAX?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.2.2 Rev 23
Notify NCC with PAX name, seat and description of event
What is the policy of handling checked-in baggage of an offloaded passenger travelling in a group?
(consider Family and Non Family group scenario)
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.1 Rev 23
- Family: They cannot carry the offloaded PAX’s baggage
- Non-Family: All of the group’s baggage is offloaded
What is the EK policy on animals carried in the cabin?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.2 Rev 23
Carriage is prohibited with the exception of service dogs and falcons.
What is the cabin limitation on the carriage of service dogs?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.2.1 Rev 23
Only one per cabin
(Purser shall inform the commander and its up to flight crew discretion)
Max number of falcons in the PAX cabin?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.2 Rev 23
15 Falcons
What is the EK procedure for Live Animals Carried as Cargo (AVI)?
AVI = Animaux Vivants
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.3 Rev 23
Commander shall confirm the serviceability of the cargo hold ventilation and temperature controls.
How should flight crew handle specific temperatures stipulated in NOTOCs for perishable sipments?
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.4.3 Rev 22
Specific temperatures indicated in NOTOC are guidelines to follow as best as possible and not operational limitations to be held accountable for.
Do not refuse carriage based on unattainable specific temperature
On short sectors chilled meat may not require temp control
What is the Commander’s carriage refusal authority? (On ground and in the air)
UAE OMA 8.2.3.2 Rev 22
- Ground: Return to stand to offload
- In-flight: Offload at next scheduled stop (divert ANSA in extreme cases)
Offload their baggage and shall request local authorities to assist in offloading
Under what conditions may the Commander refuse to accept any PAX regardless if they’re medically cleared or not?
What resources may aid him in that decision?
UAE OMA 8.2.3.2.1 Rev 22
- Is likely to be at risk from the journey
- Creats a flight safety hazard
- Might cause inconvenience or discomfort to others
Should consult GMS, Airport medical clinic or EK doctor via NCC
De-icing and Anti-icing
What is EK’s policy in respect of operations in ground icing conditions?
UAE OMA 8.2.4 Rev 22
Make It Clean, Keep It Clean
What sort of cold wx contamination is allowed by regulations ?
UAE OMA 8.2.4 Rev 22
A light coating of frost is permissible on the top of the fuselage and up to 3mm of frost under cold soaked wings
Icing
Under what WX conditions is takeoff not permitted?
(Precipitation type)
UAE OMA 8.2.4 Rev 22 and UAE OMC 10.2.3.13.1 Rev 151
- FZRA and +FZRA
- Heavy ice pellets (+PL)
- +SN (Continuous) *
- Hail (GR)
- Small Hail (under certain conditions in OMC)
- Any frozen contaminants adhering to critical surfaces
-FZRA is permissable
*Could operate in +SN after tactile+visual check of A/C is ok
What is the procedure to follow if a cabin report of suspected airframe contamination is communicated?
(Either by pax or CC)
UAE OMA 8.2.4.1 Rev 22
Pre-Takeoff Contamination Inspection (PCI)
How shall de/anti-icing of the aircraft be recorded?
UAE OMA 8.2.4.2 Rev 22
On the ATL with:
* Fluid type and brand
* Ratio
* UTC time of start of HOT
