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