Narrow/wide body aircraft + Carriage of live animals

Question 1

What are the three main properties of a narrow body a/c?

Answer 1

Diameter of 3-4m
3-6 seats per row
One aisle

Question 2

What are the three main properties of a wide body a/c?

Answer 2

Diameter of 5-6m
Up to 10 seats per row
Two aisles

Question 3

Example of a narrow body a/c?

Answer 3

Boeing 737-800

Question 4

How many passengers and crew does a 737-800 operate with?

Answer 4

189 passenegers
4 CC
2 pilots

Question 5

How many doors and exits does a 737-800 have?

Answer 5

4 main doors
4 over wing exits

Question 6

Example of a wide body a/c?

Answer 6

Airbus A380

Question 7

How many passengers and crew does an A380 operate with?

Answer 7

489 passengers (3 classes)
27 CC
2 pilots (+2 in long haul)

Question 8

How many exits does an A380 have?

Answer 8

16 exits

Question 9

How quickly must an a/c be evacuated in an emergency? How long does it take for the slide to inflate?

Answer 9

90 seconds
10 seconds for slide to inflate

Question 10

How many guide/assistant dogs are allowed per flight?

Answer 10

4 max

Question 11

What’s the maximum weight for pets carried in the cabin?

Answer 11

8kg

Question 12

Give some examples of rules that may be implemented by different operates in relation to carrying animals on board?

Answer 12

• Number of pets on board limited
• Animals should not obstruct aisles
• Animal does not have an offensive smell
• Cannot compromise the safety and comfort of passengers

Question 13

What must be presented when allowing guide/assistant dogs on the a/c?

Answer 13

Pet passport or a official veterinary health certificate

Question 14

When must a guide/assistant dog be positioned during flight?

Answer 14

Dog and passenger will occupy one seat - with the dog positioned at the feet of the passenger

Question 15

What are the crew rules when dealing with guide/assistant dogs onboard?

Answer 15

Crew must NOT touch the dog