Ground Handling and Ramp Operations Flashcards
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What is a 'turnaround' in airline ground operations?
Answer: The ground service process between an aircraft's arrival and its next departure, including cleaning, fueling, loading, and servicing
A turnaround encompasses all ground handling activities performed between an aircraft's arrival and its next departure to prepare it for the next flight.
What is the purpose of an Aircraft on Ground (AOG) status?
Answer: To indicate an aircraft is grounded due to a mechanical issue requiring urgent repair before it can fly
AOG status means an aircraft cannot fly due to a mechanical issue and requires priority repair to return it to service and minimize operational disruption.
What must a ramp supervisor do before authorizing the use of a Ground Support Equipment (GSE) vehicle?
Answer: Ensure the driver has a valid airfield driving permit and the vehicle has passed its pre-use inspection
Ramp supervisors must verify that GSE operators hold current airfield driving permits and that equipment has been inspected before use to ensure safety.
What does 'FOD walk' mean in airport ramp operations?
Answer: A scheduled search by ramp personnel along runways and taxiways to collect any foreign object debris
A FOD walk is a systematic ground inspection by staff walking in a line to find and remove any debris that could be ingested by aircraft engines or damage aircraft.
During aircraft fueling, which safety procedure must be completed first?
Answer: Bonding and grounding the aircraft to prevent static electrical discharge igniting the fuel
Bonding and grounding must be completed first to eliminate static electricity differences between the fuel truck and aircraft that could cause a spark and ignite aviation fuel.
What is the purpose of a load sheet in ground operations?
Answer: To record the weight and distribution of cargo, baggage, and passengers to support the weight and balance calculation
The load sheet documents the weight and position of all loaded items, enabling the calculation of takeoff weight and center of gravity for safe flight.