Operation Of Aircraft Flashcards
How many flight attendants per flight?
1 for every 50 passengers
How many oxygen masks per flight?
1 for every seat plus 10%
What happens if someone is presumed dead on a flight?
Technically not dead until doctor or coroner pronounces them dead.
If dead flight continues if alive returns to airport
What is Aerial work?
When an aircraft is used for a specialised purpose
e.g.
Agriculture, Construction, Photography etc
What is flight time?
Total time from the moment aircraft moves with intention to fly until end of flight
(If intend to fly but cant counts as flight time
if just manoeuvring with no intention does not count)
When is Night?
“End of evening civil twilight to start of morning civil twilight”
Unless an appropriate authority has stated another tim
What is an operator?
Person/company engaged in/offering to engage in aircraft operations
require - AOC (Aircraft Operations Certificate)
May require multiple in working in different contract laws, different registrations of crafts etc
What is the P.I.C responsible for?
The Pilot In Command is in charge of the safe conduct on the flight
What is the Safety management system?
Safety management (Annex 19)
Systematic approach to managing safety, including necessary organisational structures, accountabilities, policies and procedures
What is the difference between an accident + incident ?
Accident - Serious injury or substantial damage
Incident - something could’ve happened
Runway incursion…
Any un-authorised presence on runway
“HS” - Hotspots Most likely place where incursions will happen
What is the maximum and minimum distance of a clearway?
Max = 50% of TORA Min = 90 meters
What is a RESA
Runway End Safety Area - Area kept clear to minimise damage (includes clearway + stop-way)
