STERILE COCKPIT

Question 1

Define “Sterile Cockpit Period”

Answer 1

From engine start or when aircraft first moves until reaching cruise altitude and the Flight Crew establishes communications with the Cabin Crew,
then
From the Captains PA call “30 min to landing” until the aircraft is parked at the gate and the seat belt sign is turned off

Question 2

What is restricted during Sterile Cockpit Periods?

Answer 2

Cabin crew communication shall be restricted to urgent safety and security issues only