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Safety and Compliance Flashcards

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  1. Under 14 CFR Part 121, what is the maximum duty period for a dispatcher in a 24-hour period?

    Answer: 12 hours

    14 CFR 121.465 limits an aircraft dispatcher's duty period to no more than 10 consecutive hours, but regulations allow up to 12 hours under certain conditions.

  2. Which regulation requires an air carrier to have an approved Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate program?

    Answer: 14 CFR Part 121

    14 CFR Part 121 governs domestic and international air carrier operations, including requirements for certificated dispatchers on all Part 121 flights.

  3. What action must a dispatcher take upon receiving a Pilot Report (PIREP) of severe turbulence along a dispatched route?

    Answer: Immediately notify the flight crew and evaluate rerouting or altitude change

    The dispatcher must promptly relay significant PIREPs to affected flight crews and reassess the safety of continuing on the current route and altitude.

  4. In the context of ADX compliance, what is the purpose of an Operations Specification (OpSpec)?

    Answer: To define specific authorizations and limitations granted to an air carrier by the FAA

    Operations Specifications (OpSpecs) are FAA-approved documents that define what an air carrier is authorized to do, including routes, procedures, and limitations.

  5. A dispatcher discovers a flight has departed with an inoperative item not listed on the MEL. What should the dispatcher do first?

    Answer: Immediately notify the crew and company operations for possible return or diversion

    An MEL violation is a compliance issue requiring immediate coordination with the flight crew and operations to determine the safest course of action.

  6. What does 'operational control' mean under 14 CFR Part 121?

    Answer: The exercise of authority over initiating, conducting, or terminating a flight

    Under 14 CFR 121.533, operational control is the authority to initiate, conduct, or terminate a flight, shared between the PIC and the dispatcher.

  7. Which of the following is an example of a proactive safety measure in dispatcher operations?

    Answer: Reviewing weather trends and issuing advisories before a flight departs

    Proactive safety involves anticipating hazards and taking action before they affect flights, such as issuing pre-departure weather advisories.