OM-A chapter 8 Flashcards
What are the general points about minimum flight altitudes?
Do not fly below MFAs unless when necessary for takeoff and landing.
Increase MFAs when necessary.
It’s the flightcrews responsibility to ensure ATC clearances are safe in respect of terrain.
What is your obstacle clearance at MSA or TAA?
1000ft down to intermediate approach.
What is your obstacle clearance at route MORA?
1000ft up to 5000ft altitude
2000ft above 5000ft altitude
within 20NM of route segment centerline.
What is your obstacle clearance at MGA?
What’s the lowest possible MGA?
1000ft up to 6000ft altitude
2000ft above 6000ft altitude
lowest possible MGA is 2000ft.
When must the low temperature correction be applied?
When OAT lower than -10°.
Which altitudes must be low temperature corrected ?
DA/ MDA and minimum altitudes passing the FAF
Are there corrections other than for low temperature?
Yes. “pressure correction” and “correction for wind in mountain regions” - both found in the OM-A.
What are the minimum applicable altitudes for takeoff and climb?
- Minimum altitudes on departure charts
- Climb procedure from EFB, up to MSA
- MSA
- When under positive radar control: MRC
- Route MORA
- No turn below 400ft (except when published so)
What are the minimum applicable altitudes for the enroute portion?
- OFP route MORA
In the Easyjet network, is terrain clearance generally ensured for engine failure or decompression?
Yes.
What are the minimum applicable altitudes for descend and arrival?
- Route MORA
- MSA
- MRC (under positive radar control)
- Arrival and approach charts
- on visual approach: visual reference
What is the minimum applicable altitude for off route flying?
MGA
When being vectored by ATC, will obstacle clearance and temperature correction be ensured?
Yes. Both SHOULD be ensured.
What are your considerations when being vectored below MSA?
- check MRC
- closely monitor position
- if you suspect loss com, climb above MSA!
ATC clears you to an altitude which is not temperature corrected, although that would be required. What do you do? What will ATC expect if accept the clearance?
You must request a higher altitude or level.
If you accept the clearance, ATC will assume that you will follow it.
Can you fly below the minimum altitudes on a STAR?
No. Unless explicitly cancelled. And if it’s based on terrain you MUST not fly lower than MFA.
You are uncertain about your position. What should you always do to establish obstacle clearance?
Climb above MFA.
What factors will determine aerodrome usability?
- runway length and characteristics
- pavement strength
- suitable instrument approaches, ATC, lighting, comms, met reporting, nav aids
- RFFS
- when necessary:
- landing / overflight permissions
- documentation avail to crew
- ground handling avail on arrival
- police / customs avail on arrival
What’s the required RFFS cat for A319/320 and A321?
A319/320: 6
A321: 7
For departure / destinations with low traffic volume, what’s the allowed RFFS? Where will you find a note?
5 - noted on OFP.
What’s the allowed temporary downgrade for departure / destination RFFS? What is the time limit for this downgrade?
A319/320: 4
A321: 5
72 hours.
What’s the required RFFS cat for T/O alternates, destination alternates and enroute alternates?
non-UK: 4
UK: 5
An RFFS downgrade below required minimum has been submitted to you in flight. Can you continue?
Yes, if it is safer not to divert, you may land regardless of RFFS.
Are we approved to operate to isolated aerodromes?
No.
What’s the classification of passengers (age)?
- 12 years and above: adult
- 2 - 12 years: child
- less than 2 years: infant
Where must W&B documents be available on departure?
- on in the airplane
- one on the ground, stored for 3 months
Who assures load calculation is performed and in limits?
The commander.
What must the loadmaster / dispatcher confirm, when it comes to loading?
- load is properly stowed and secured.
- the distribution on the documents is correct.
What weight must be used when balast or freight is loaded?
actual weight.
What must the commander confirm, when it comes to the load and trim sheet?
- Sufficient fuel and oil is carried and distributed correctly.
- it must be checked and signed by him
Can the commander modify the loading?
Yes, he has full authority to modify loading
Do the CG limits include tolerances?
Yes
What is more precise? FQI or dipstick? When should the latter be used?
FQI is more precise. The dipstick should only be used when required by MEL.
What are the crew masses?
- flight deck: 85kg
- cabin: 75kg
both including bags (correct if more is carried)
Will standard or actual masses be used for pax bags?
- cabin bags: standard
- checked bags: actual (or standard)
What are the std passenger masses? Do they include hand baggage?
- male: 93
- female: 75
- child: 35
Yes.
What are standard masses for checked bags?
- domestic: 11
- EU (according to map): 13
- intercont: 15
How can you take dogs, cellos etc. into account when calculating load and trim?
Either use actual or estimated weights.
For a dog roughly: 35kg, for a Cello roughly: 10kg
What is the specific gravity of fuel and oil for M&B purpose?
JET-A1: 0.8
OIL: 0.88
Can passengers be reseated when required?
Yes.
In what cases does the OFP require an amendment?
Reasons such as:
- ATC
- MEL
- CDL
Can you fly with a “yellow” OFP?
No. Call OCC.
You have received the OFP only by ACARS. What are your considerations in regards to other flight documentation?
weather information and NOTAMS must be available as well.
Are there flight that don’t require an OFP?
Yes. e.g. non revenue flights.
You have made an error when entering something in the techlog. How do you correct it?
- cross incorrect entry
- sign, add printed name and date
- enter revised text
- enter reason “entered in error”
Can the daily inspection be certified before midnight? How long will it be valid?
Yes.
After the last flight of the day.
If that is done after 1800 UTC, it will be valid for the next and the day after until 2359.
When must a new techlog page be started?
Whenever the airplane is not handed over by the previous crew.
When there is a tech defect.
What data has to be entered in the techlog by the commander prior departure?
- fuel figures
- oil state
- de/ anti icing
- pre-flight check and time
- if a new techlog is required:
“next / previous TL#”
De/ Anti icing has to be performed a second time. How do you enter this in the techlog?
Transfer the data of the current strip to the next one and record the new data.
What does the commander confirm by signing the techlog?
- he has accepted the aircraft and its’ technical condition
- there is a suitable quantity of fuel and oil loaded
- the flight planning was adequate
- required route area competence is achieved
What data has to be entered in the techlog by the commander upon arrival?
- header, times
- arrival fuel
- defects / ASRs
What can you do if there is insufficient space to enter a defect on the techlog page?
- tick “continued next page”
A technical defect has occured during the flight. What are the required actions?
- perform a techlog entry (describe the nature of the defect comprehensively)
- include additional data if required
- call MOC
- check MEL / CDL
- raise an ASR if required
Name some examples of defects that need to be entered in the techlog.
- system malfunctions
- fire / smoke / damage
- birdstrikes
- lightning strikes
- hard landings
- limits exceeded
- use of emergency equipment
A defect has been entered in the techlog. What are the further actions?
- it must be either rectified or deferred
- a new techlog page must be started
Can the commander defer an open techlog entry?
Yes, if no maintenance is avail
What do you know about level 1 defects?
- included in the MEL / CDL
- require ops limitations or inflight certifications
- must be entered in the A/C status report
Can the commander defer level 1 defects to the ADD Level 1 sheet?
Yes. Instructions are in the OM-A.
Does a level 2 defect affect airworthiness?
No.
What is the content of a BNTC? Is it required for dispatch?
A BNTC informs the crew about the modification status of an aircraft. It is not mandatory for dispatch.
What do you know about “Flight Crew Authorization”?
- the commander may perform certain actions
- see OM-A and MEL preamble
- it is allowed only for one sector
- the techlog must state “FCA”
What do you know about the damage register?
- it includes a dent / buckle chart
- damages that require repeated inspections or permanent repairs must be entered as ADD, except for window delamination
A defect in the cabin has occured. What are the cabin managers actions?
- enter the header
- enter defect item
- present to commander
A defect in the cabin has occured. What are the captains actions?
- review if it affects airworthiness and if so: transfer to techlog
- sign in the appropriate field
A defect in the cabin has occured. What are the engineers actions?
- on every night stop:
- review
- rectify or if that is not possible: transfer to level 2
A defect in the cabin has occured. Which items affect airworthiness?
- seats
- life jackets
- emergency exits
- lighting
Can you dispatch with previous techlog data missing?
Yes, it may be granted by NDM. Call OCC.
What do you know about the “for info” field in the techlog?
- used for failure diagnosis, not requiring engineer action
- entered items are not considered an open defects
A smell event has occured on board. What are your actions?
- report to MOC ASAP. (ACARS)
- file SIAR report (more button)
- tech log entry
What are the certificates that need to be carried on board (original, austrian AOC)?
- certification of airworthiness
- airworthiness review certificate
- certificate of registration
What are the documents that need to be carried on board (EFB version)?
- air operator certificate
- noise certificate
- third party insurance certificate
During boarding, seatbelt signs are off. What is the cabin’s mindset?
- refueling is in progress
- they are ready for precautionary rapid disembarkation”
What are the precautions during fueling with passengers on board?
- seatbelt signs off, no smoking signs on
- required interior lights servicable
- cabin crew will brief the passengers: no smoking, sealtbelts off
- all doors disarmed
- 1L opened with bridge / stairs
- rear door open with stairs or slide serviceable
- slide deployment area clear
- one FA at each set of main exits
May refueling with passengers on board be performed with reduced cabin crew?
No
During refueling with passengers on board an emergency arrises. What are the cabin crew actions?
- they arm the cabin doors, where there are no steps / bridges.
- they check for external hazards
What must the flight crew confirm before placing the fuel card in the window for refueling? What must be done after fueling is finished?
- two way communication with the fueler is established
- a clear evacuation route is avail
- Fuel card must be removed from the window when fueling is completed.
What must the flight crew consider when refueling with passengers on board?
- ensure fueler acknowledges the fuel card
- one pilot must occupy the right hand seat in the flight deck during refueling (visual contact)
- the “refueling in progress” sign must be placed on the pedestal
- if visual contact or two way comms are not possible, fueling must be temporarily stopped or a different way of comms be established (eg dispatcher outside)
May refueling with passengers on board be continued during / after a crew change?
Yes, if acknowledged by the new flight crew.
During fueling, you smell vapours of fuel in the aircraft. What are your actions?
Stop fueling immediately.
Is defueling with passengers on board allowed?
No.
Can you refuel when passengers are disembarking?
Yes. Establish “refueling with pax on board” procedure.
You are inflight. On the ground you’ll have to swap aircraft for the next sector. How can you pass the fuel figures?
You can pass them via ACARS to OCC and next station. VHF can be used as well.
What are SCPs? Name some.
Special category passengers.
- PRM (including intellectual disability)
- infants, unaccompanied children
- deportees, prisoners in custody
What are your considerations when it comes to SCPs?
SCPs shall not occupy seats that permit direct access to emergency exits. Or where there presence could - impede crew duties - obstruct emergency equipment - impede emergency evacuation
Commander should be aware of their presence.
They should be carried under the condition that ensures safety of the aircraft and all on board.
Are there any seating restrictions for ABPs?
No.
Name categories of passengers likely to impede evacuation.
- pax physically or mentally impaired (failing to move quickly)
- sight / hearing impaired
- children / infants
- pax in custody / deportees
- pax whose physical size will prevent them to move quickly
Apart from ABPs and „passengers likely to impede evacuation“, what third group is there?
Pax unlikely to impede evacuation.
Is multiple occupancy of a seat allowed?
Only for adults (age 16+) with an infant.
What are your considerations when it comes to PRMs?
Commander should always be informed about PRMs carried.
If it‘s a significant number:
- the same number of ABPs must be carried.
- emergency scenarios should be briefed
What are your considerations when it comes to stowaways?
On discovery:
- inform the company
- raise an ASR
- inform the airport authority, request assistance
- Easyjet might be responsible for transport back.
What do you know about passengers with medical conditions?
- conditions for acceptance on board are listed on the Easyjet website
- some conditions require a medical certificate
- more information is found in the CSPM
Does Easyjet carry passengers on stretchers?
No.
What is the minimum age for an infant to be accepted for carriage?
Two weeks.
How many infants are allowed per adult and how may they be carried?
Maximum two infants. One on the lap, the other one in a restraint device on a second seat.
May a child be carried on the lap of an adult?
No.
When carrying an infant on the lap, what is the recommendation? forward or aft facing?
Forward facing.
Where will you find information about restraint devices allowed on board?
In the OM-A and the CSPM.
May a passenger be asked to look after an infant or a child? May he/she carry the infant on the lap?
No.
When groups of children are travelling, how many adults are required for supervision? What is the minimum age of the adult?
One adult per 10 children. Minimum 16 years.
Up to which week may a pregnant woman travel on board an Ezy aircraft?
Is a medical certificate required?
35th week or 32nd week if she is expecting more than one child.
A certificate is not required.
Are unaccompanied minors accepted?
Usually not. Only in exceptional circumstances, as a service recovery on a return flight.
Do we transport deceased passengers? What are the conditions?
Only ashes allowed.
- in a properly packed container
- in the cabin luggage
- including a copy of death certificate
- including a cremation certificate
What do you know about drunkenness on board?
- no drunk persons may enter the aircraft
- no alcohol allowed on board, except when served by the cabin crew
- if a person is intoxicated, cabin crew will deny alcohol
- if a passenger is refused due to alcohol or drugs, an ASR must be raised and his / her details recorded.
May hold luggage be transferred to the cabin?
No, unless it is screened as cabin baggage.
What do you know about carriage of spare parts?
- no more than 60kgs (unless otherwise instructed by OCC)
- no DGR
- not to / from Switzerland
- requires a NOTOC on departure
- must be picked up by an engineer on arrival