DDG/MEL/CDL/ATL Flashcards
What does DDG stand for?
“Dispatch Deviation Guide”
What is the difference between an MMEL and an MEL?
MEL can’t be less restrictive than the MMEL but can be more restrictive
Up until what point in time is the MEL applicable?
Up until the time the aircraft is moving under it’s own power for the purpose of taking off
Which MEL function do you use on Flysmart if you have a ECAM alert?
MEL Entries
On a MEL item, what does:(O)
(M) mean?
(O) = Operational Procedure
(M) = Maintenance Procedure
What is the difference between an MEL and a CDL item?
MEL = deals with inoperative equipment
CDL = deals with missing items like panels and seals. Covers deficiencies externally that affects aircraft performance
What is the time limits for the following categories of ADD:s?
CAT A
CAT B
CAT C
CAT D
CAT A = Rectified within specified time period
CAT B = Rectified within 3 days, excluding day of
discovery
CAT C = Rectified within 10 days
CAT D = Rectified within 120 days
What does “AOG” mean?
“Aircraft On Ground”
How do you handle a failure that occurs between taxi and start of the takeoff roll with regards to MEL?
Do ECAM, STS then continue flight provided that:
- Dispatch is allowed
according to MEL
- No (M) action is required
How many megaphones are installed and how many are required?
Installed: 2
Required: 2
How many First Aid Kits are installed and how many are required?
Installed: 3
Required: 2
How many crowbars are installed and how many are required?
Installed: 1
Required: 0
How many static wicks can be missing?
20 %
What is the difference between MEL “Entries” and “Items”?
Entries = Has to do with ECAMS
Items = Other issues like ATL
What is a BDD and a ADD, and what is the difference between them?
ADD = Acceptable Deferred Defect
BDD = Base Deferred Defect
ADD has to do with airworthiness issues whereas BDD doesn’t
