OMA Chapter 0c Flashcards
What is the definition of contingency fuel?
The fuel required to compensate for unforeseen factors that could have an influence on the fuel consumption to the destination aerodrome
What is the definition of a damp runway?
A damp runway is a runway with a surface which is not dry but when the moisture on it does not give it a shiny surface.
For operational purposes, a damp runway is considered wet
What is the definition of fail operational flight control system?
In the event of a failure below alert height, the approach, flare and landing can be completed automatically. In the event of a failure, the automatic landing system will operate as a fail passive system
What is the definition of fail passive flight control system?
In the event of a failure, there is no significant out of trim condition or deviation of flight path or attitude, but the landing is not completed automatically. For a fail passive automatic flight control system, the pilot assumes control of the aeroplane after a failure
Where does the final approach start and finish?
Start - final approach fix (or if not specified, the end of the last procedure turn)
Finish - Decision Altitude
What is the definition of final reserve fuel?
Amount of fuel calculated to fly for 30 minutes at holding speed at 1500ft above aerodrome elevation in standard conditions, calculated with estimated weight on arrival at the alternate, or the destination if no alternate is required
What is the definition of an infant?
A person who has not yet reached their second birthday
What is the definition of an isolated aerodrome?
One for which the alternate and final fuel reserve required to the nearest adequate destination alternate aerodrome is more than the fuel required to fly for 2 hours at normal cruise consumption above the destination aerodrome, including final reserve fuel
What is the definition of minimum descent height/altitude? Is it for 2D or 3D approaches?
A specified altitude or height in a 2D instrument approach operation or circling approach operation below which descent must not be made without required visual reference.
What height is MDH referenced to?
Aerodrome elevation, or threshold elevation is that is more than 7ft below aerodrome elevation.
MDH for circling is from aerodrome elevation
What is the definition of slush?
Water saturated snow which with a heel and toe slap down motion against the ground will be displaced with a splatter.
Specific gravity 0.5-0.8
What is the definition of dry snow?
Snow which can be blown if loose, or if compacted by hand will fall apart on release.
Specific gravity up to but not including 0.35
What is the definition of wet snow?
Snow which, if compacted by hand, will stick together and tend to or form a snowball.
Specific gravity 0.35 up to but not including 0.5
What is the definition of compacted snow?
Snow which has been compressed into a solid weight that resists further compression and will hold together or break up into chunks if picked up.
Specific gravity 0.5 and over
What is the definition of a steep approach?
Any approach with a glide slope angle of 4.5 or more.
All approaches exceeding 4.5 descent angle require specific operator approval for each type concerned
What is the definition of traffic load?
Total mass of passengers, baggage, cargo, and carry on specialist equipment including any ballast
What is the definition of transition altitude?
The altitude at or below which the vertical position of an aircraft is controlled by reference to altitudes
What is the definition of transition level?
The lowest flight level available for use above the transition altitude
What is the definition of type A instrument approach operation?
An instrument approach operation with an MDH or a DH at or above 250ft
What is the definition of type B instrument approach operation?
An operation with a DH below 250ft
What is the definition of visibility?
The greater of:
The greatest distance at which a black object of suitable dimensions situated near the ground can be seen and recognised when observed against a bright background
The greatest distance at which lights in the vicinity of 1000 candelas can be seen and identified against an unlit background
What is the definition of a wet runway?
A runway is wet when the surface is covered by any visible dampness or water up to and including 3mm deep within the area intended to be used
Where can you find a copy of easyJets operations manuals?
Connected Portal
EFB
DocuNet
What are the main things covered in OMA chapter 0?
Administration and control of the operations manual
Compliance
Definitions
Abbreviations
