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Ground Handling Instructions Flashcards

1
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To what level will engineering initially refuel the B777?

A

To 3 tonnes below the OFP figure.

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2
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When is final ZFW normally received at home and outstation?

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Homestation STD-50 and outstation STD-25 at latest.

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3
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How much must the ZFW change before the commander can request a new OFP?

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2.0 tons or more.

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4
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What frequency should be monitored once the fuel figures have been reported?

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132.6

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5
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Where can approved fuel types be found?

A

Aircraft Maintenance Manual.

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Which precautions apply during fuelling operations?

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  • Engine ignition system must be off.
  • WX radar must be off.
  • Strobe lights must be off.
  • HF transmissions must not be made.
  • Smoking and the use of naked light is forbidden.
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What should the commander ensure in regards to the fuel loaded?

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  • Correct type, grade and quantity has been loaded.
  • Freeze point is satisfactory.
  • Indicators indicate enough fuel has been loaded.
  • Correct Tech Log entry.
  • Gross error check has been made.
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8
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What fuel freeze point should be used?

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If more than 90% of final fuel has been uplifted at departure airport, use actual value or if not available, -40ºC for Jet A and -47ºC for Jet A1. If less than 90% of final fuel is uplifted at departure airport, use -40ºC.

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9
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What properties do wide cut fuel have?

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Higher volatility, lower flash point and lower freezing point.

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10
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Within what tolerance shall actual fuel uplift match calculated fuel uplift?

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If actual more than calculated, 5% up to a max of 2 tons. If actual is less, 5% up to a max of 1 ton.

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11
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What radius does the fuelling zone have?

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3 m.

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12
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How many doors shall be designated for a possible evacuation in case of fuelling with PAX onboard?

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Two doors.

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13
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What shall the flight crew do during fuelling with PAX onboard?

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  • Establish communication with the ground engineer.
  • Inform cabin crew of start and end of fuelling (Seatbelt Sign ON).
  • Listen for possible fire or spillage warning from the ground engineer or cabin crew.
  • Be prepared to initiate evacuation.
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14
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On entering the aircraft, what shall the crew check?

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a. Check the Technical Log.
b. Check validity of Aircraft Certificates.
c. Verify the Certificate of Maintenance.
d. Check Daily Inspection (or similar) are up to date and certified.
e. Check the ADD list for deferred or carried forward defects.
f. Check the refuelling status.

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15
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When shall the crew be on board at the latest? When will atuo-boarding in DXB commence? When should APU be started? When should the doors be closed (if possible).

A

STD-55. STD-45. STD-20. STD-3.

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16
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When will the Purser instruct the cabin crew to arm doors?

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When the aircraft is moving.

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17
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Are flight crew authorised to operate the doors?

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Only in an emergency or in the absence of cabin crew.

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18
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If the Commander is in doubt about the acceptance of a passenger with medical needs, i.e. invalid or incapacitated, what resources does he have to make an informed decision?

A
  • MedLink
  • Airport Medical Clinic
  • Emirates doctor through Network Operations.
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19
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What are the general conditions of carriage of PRM passengers?

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Commander and Purser will be advised of the details regarding the carriage of each PRM. PRMs should not be seated where they may impede the crew in carrying out their duties, obstruct access to emergency equipment or impede an emergency evacuation.

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20
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Where can information regarding handling of PRMs be found?

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OM-A 8.2

21
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What are the categories for Wheelchair passengers? Any restrictions on number of such pax carried?

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  • R: Pax who can use stairs, but not walk long distances.
  • S: Pax who cannot use stairs, but slowly move in the cabin.
  • C: Completely immobile.

Restrictions apply only for Cat C pax.

22
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What restrictions apply to pax who are deaf/blind?

A

Must not be seated in an emergency exit row.

23
Q

When do expectant mothers require a medical certificate?

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When the pregnancy has entered the 29th week.

24
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If the Purser/SFS informs the Commander of an ill passenger, what should the Commander enquire about?

A

Whether they have or need to call MedLink, and whether the TEMPUS device has been used.

25
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What is an INAD? Any restrictions?

A

Inadmissable passenger, i.e. passenger who is refused entry by Immigration Authorities. Not limited to any number, special authorisation not required.

26
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What is and DEPO?

A

A deportee, a person who has been formally ordered by the authorities to be removed from that country.

27
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What is DEPA and DEPU?

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DEPA is an escorted deportee, max eight per flight. DEPU is an unescorted deportee, max one per flight (with an exception permitted for families).

28
Q

Where shall prisoners be seated?

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Prisoners shall be seated discretely at the rear of the aeroplane, off the aisle, near a toilet and, if handcuffed, away from emergency exits.

29
Q

May passengers consume their own alcoholic drinks?

A

No, only alcholic beverages served by the cabin crew.

30
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How is a disruptive passenger defined?

A

A passenger who:

  • Imperils the safety of the aircraft, passengers, or crew.
  • Causes discomfort or is objectionable to other passengers
  • Who fails to observe the instructions of Emirates staff.
31
Q

Where are the Key Cuffs located? Which reports shall be submitted after it’s use?

A

Under the Pursers seat. Must be recorded on the Voyage Report and Captain’s Special Report, and NC must be notified with pax name, seat and brief description of the event.

32
Q

How many guide dogs can be carried in the cabin at the same time?

A

One.

33
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What is the max amounts of falcons allowed on each flight?

A

15.

34
Q

Where can information and tables on the carriage of Live Animals be found?

A

OM-A 8.2

35
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Which has priority, International Mail or other cargo?

A

International Mail.

36
Q

What are diplomatic couriers identified by?

A

A document indicating their status and a waybill indicating the number of packages.

37
Q

During towing or push back operations without headset comms, how can the flight crew signal the ground crew to stop?

A

Flash the aircraft wing lights.

38
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Which report must be completed if a disruptive passenger is offloaded? What must it include?

A

Details of the incident, name and address of the excluded person and two witnesses.

39
Q

What is the Company policy with respect to operations in ground icing conditions?

A

“Make It Clean and Keep It Clean”.

40
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What contamination is permissable in respect to ground icing conditions?

A

Light coating of frost is permissible on the top of the fuselage, and up to 3 mm (1/8 in) thickness of frost is permitted on the under surface of the wing due to fuel cold soaking.

41
Q

What part of OM-A deals with ground de/anti-icing?

A

OM-A 8.2.4

42
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When, in ground icing conditions, is a takeoff not permitted?

A
  1. Moderate or heavy freezing rain.
  2. Heavy Ice pellets.
  3. Continuous heavy snow.
  4. Hail.
  5. Any frozen contaminant adhering to aircraft critical surfaces.
43
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What must be done in the event of occasional heavy snow?

A

A Pre-Takeoff Contamination Inspection (PCI)

44
Q

When is fuel freezing of particular concern?

A

When operating transatlantic or transpacific flights and when very low OAT are expected.

45
Q

When may the captain refuse to accept an invalid or incapacitated passenger?

A

The Commander may refuse to accept an invalid or incapacitated passenger, whether or not travel has been medically cleared, if he believes the passenger:

a. Is likely to be placed at risk by the journey;
b. Constitutes a flight safety hazard;
c. Might cause inconvenience or discomfort to others.

46
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When may the key cuffs be used?

A

Their use is restricted solely to occasions where a passenger or passengers, by their conduct, are considered likely to endanger the aircraft, crew, other passengers, or themselves.

47
Q

Before commencing taxi, the parking brake must remain set until?

A

a. The “All Clear” signal from the ground man has been seen, and,
b. Taxi clearance has been received from ATC.

48
Q

Who should be requested to meet the aircraft when a disruptive passenger is to be offloaded?

A

The local police.

49
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A

OM-A Operating procedures (6 decks)

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