Terms Part 3 Flashcards
DOT
Department of Transportation
EEMK
Enhanced Emergency Medical Kit- can be used during an in-flight medical emergency.
ELS
Emergency Light Switch- controls internal and external lights which direct guests to the closest emergency exit when evacuating the aircraft.
Emergency
Any condition which has the potential to cause damage to the aircraft and/or injury to the guests or crew. There are two types of emergencies. A planned emergency is when the crew has time to prepare the guests. An unplanned emergency usually occurs during take-off or landing. This is when the crew has no time to prepare the guests.
ETA
Estimated Time of Arrival
ETD
Estimated Time of Departure
Evacuation
A process to evacuate the aircraft under emergency circumstances.
Evacuation Slides
Provide guests and crew a means to safely descend from the aircraft to the ground during an emergency evacuation. (E170)
FA (Flight Attendant)
Personnel who are trained in emergency procedures on certain types of aircraft and who also assure the guest’s comfort and safety during a flight. Also referred to by the public as Cabin Attendant, Hostess, Steward or Stewardess.
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
FAK
First Aid Kit- may be used during an In-Flight medical emergency.
FAM
Federal Air Marshall
FAM (Flight Attendant Manual)
The Flight Attendant Manual is assigned to each Flight Attendant and contains pertinent Company and FAA policies in regards to the FA position. The FA must have their manual with them at all times while on duty.
FAR
Federal Aviation Regulation. Rules which the FAA has set up to govern the US Airline industry. Also referred to as CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).
Fasten Seatbelt Sign
Fasten Seat Belt Sign guests.
