Material Selection Flashcards

Which material is preferred for dry ice packaging in aircraft cargo?

Answer: Packaging that allows carbon dioxide gas to vent

Dry ice releases CO2 gas, so packaging must vent to prevent pressure buildup and rupture.

When selecting a pallet net for a cargo pallet, what must be verified first?

Answer: The net is certified and compatible with the pallet type and has no damage

Pallet nets must be certified, compatible, and undamaged to meet airworthiness restraint requirements.

Which material is best for protective padding placed between equipment and aircraft doors or fuselage during loading?

Answer: Rubber bumper pads designed for ground support equipment

Purpose-built rubber bumpers absorb impact and prevent dents or skin damage.

For live animal shipments, which kennel material characteristic is required?

Answer: Rigid, ventilated construction meeting IATA Live Animals Regulations

IATA LAR requires sturdy, well-ventilated containers with leak-proof floors.

Which material is typically used for baggage tags to withstand the baggage handling system?

Answer: Thermal-printed synthetic or coated paper with strong adhesive

Durable thermal-printed tag stock with barcodes survives conveyors, weather, and scanning.

Which lithium battery packaging consideration is most important when accepting cargo?

Answer: Packaging must meet hazardous materials regulations and display proper labels

Lithium batteries are regulated hazardous materials requiring compliant packaging and labeling.

When choosing a spill kit for the ramp, which feature best fits fuel and hydraulic fluid spills?

Answer: Universal or oil-only absorbent pads, socks, and disposal bags

Oil-only or universal absorbents with containment socks are designed for petroleum-based ramp spills.