Normal Operations Flashcards
Prior to Doors Closing, requirements
ECOPA Exit rows are briefed Carry ons are properly stowed OHBs are closed and locked PAX are secured At least one door is armed
Prior to Pushback, requirements
GNATS Galley is secure Non-ambulatory PAX are briefed All doors are armed Tray tables & IFEs are closed & latched Seat backs are fully upright
Non-Ambulatory PAX Briefing
Location of the nearest floor level exit
Follow the main flow of PAX
Do you need assistance in the event of an emergency?
Exit Row Seating Requirements
15 years or older
Not traveling with anyone 14 years or younger
Willing and able to assist in an emergency
Able to read, understand, and communicate in English
Briefed on the exit operation & evacuation procedures
Exit Row Briefing
Are you willing an able to assist in the unlikely event of an emergency?
What to assess for (water level, fire, and debris)
How to operate the exit on land and water
Will you able to perform the functions without injuring yourself?
Assistive Devices Stowage
Beneath seats
OHB
Approves storage closets
Against the fuselage
Cargo in the Cabin
SS RTL
Seats:
PAX pays for the seat & item is with in the stress limits of the seat and floor structure
Secured:
Properly secured by seatbelt or tie-down restraint & secured to avoid injury to PAX
Restrictions:
Item does not restrict PAXs view of signs and placards & doesn’t restrict PAX access to exits or aisle
Type:
Item is not a dangerous goods & clean, dry, odorless, and smooth
Location:
Item is placed on or in front of a seat that is located AFT of a bulkhead or solid divider & not secured to bulkhead or solid divider
Booster Seats
May be used inflight only not during TT&L
Must be stowed in OHB
Child must be held in turbulence; over 2 in A/C seat with seatbelt fastened
CRS (Child Restraint System)
PLAP SWAP The baby
Pax pays for the seat
CRS bears appropriate label
Accompanying PAX must be seated next to CRS
Placement of CRS must be in a FWD facing seat and either in a window seat or the center most seat in the center section. Cannot be in, FWD or AFT of exit rows & not side or AFT facing seat.
F/A ensures PAX secures CRS to properly seat and child securely in CRS
Child must be with in the weight limits of the CRS
Aisle armrest must be FWD and down
CRS must be positioned according to the manufactures specifications
In turbulence secure the child in to CRS
PAX are briefed on the nearest floor-level exit & to take the child leave the CRS
Sterile Cockpit
Begins from the time A/C moves on its own power up until 10,000 ft. & resumes on decent from 10,000 ft until the engines shut down.
At this time do not contact FD unless it is safety related
Admission to the FD
FUN CHAAT
FAA inspectors
US Government employees
NTSB
CASS (Cockpit Access Security System, participating Pilots/Dispatchers)
HAL pilots & mechanics
ATC
Any one the Captain & management approves
Technical reps from Boeing & Airbus
FDEAP
FD Emergency Access Procedure
Only used when FD is suspected or identified as incapacitated
Procedure
Try establishing contact with FD via interphone; wait 5 minutes, try again.
If no response; enter the FDEAP access code (winners don’t need glasses, if your not a zero then your number 1) the press #
Buzzer will sound in the FD &green light on the keypad will flash
During this time FD has button to deny access
If FD allows entrance:
Buzzing will stop & green light will illuminate steadily & door will unlock for 5 seconds
If FD denies access:
A red light will illuminate & door will remain locked
FD Access Procedure
Via interphone establish communication
Ensure area is clear, Lav A is empty & turn cabin lights on
Have one F/A facing AFT guard galley and ensure no one approaches the area
Other F/A use FD access signal to notify FD
Pilot is to verify F/As identity via peephole and open door
F/A will step into FD, pilot will step out; ensure door is securely closed
F/A straps into observer J/S
Pilot is to contact via interphone when done then use FD access signal
F/A is to verify pilot identify via peephole
Pilot enters 1st then F/A will step out when clear
Call signals
Normal= 3 chimes Emergency= 3 chimes 3 times
