Aircraft Marshalling and Ramp Safety Flashcards

What is the significance of a red wand or paddle held upright and stationary by a marshaller?

Answer: An emergency stop signal requiring the aircraft to halt immediately

A red wand held upright and stationary is an emergency stop signal requiring the pilot to halt all movement immediately.

When refueling an aircraft on the ramp, what safety measure MUST be completed before fuel transfer begins?

Answer: The aircraft and fuel vehicle must be bonded and grounded to prevent static electricity discharge

Bonding and grounding the aircraft and fuel vehicle before fueling prevents static electricity buildup that could ignite fuel vapors.

What does 'ramp incursion' mean in the context of airport ground operations?

Answer: An unauthorized or unplanned entry of a vehicle, person, or aircraft into a designated operational area of the ramp

A ramp incursion is any unauthorized entry into a designated operational area of the ramp, creating collision and safety hazards.

What should ramp workers do during a lightning warning at the airport?

Answer: Immediately stop outdoor ramp activities and seek shelter in an approved lightning refuge area

Lightning warnings require an immediate work stoppage and evacuation to approved shelter — outdoor ramp operations must not resume until the all-clear is given.

During the aircraft parking sequence, at what point should the marshaller give the 'Set Brakes' signal?

Answer: When the aircraft reaches the designated parking spot and has come to a complete stop

The 'Set Brakes' signal is given after the aircraft has come to a complete stop at the parking position to instruct the flight crew to apply the parking brake.

What is the minimum number of wing walkers required during pushback of a widebody aircraft (e.g., Boeing 777 or Airbus A380)?

Answer: Two, one at each wingtip

Widebody aircraft require at minimum one wing walker at each wingtip to monitor ground clearance during pushback.