CONTROLLED REST

Question 1

Who can approve controlled rest?

Answer 1

Only the Commander

Question 2

What is the maximum permitted actual sleep time during a controlled rest?

Answer 2

Max 30 min

Question 3

List some operational considerations during controlled rest

Answer 3

• LNAV/VNAV is preferred modes
• No altitude changes are permitted
• No fuel balancing
• Resting pilot must wear seat belt with chair pushed back
• Rest may only be taken in operating seat
• Non resting pilot may wear headset with speaker turned down

Question 4

How often should the cabin crew call the cockpit during controlled rest?

Answer 4

At an agreed interval not exceeding 35 min

Question 5

Who besides the Commander has to be informed about a controlled rest?

Answer 5

The ISM

Question 6

When is controlled rest forbidden?

Answer 6

Before Top of Climb and from 20 min before Top of Descent

Question 7

Define a “Controlled Rest Period”

Answer 7

5 min preparation time
30 min rest
20 min recovery time

Question 8

What document should be submitted after a controlled rest?

Answer 8

An ASR-F

Question 9

If a pilot needs more than one “controlled rest” period, how much time has to elapse before starting the next one?

Answer 9

Minimum 30 min