ARS Baggage and Cargo Handling Procedures 2

Question 1

A bag tag shows a three-letter code that differs from the flight's final destination. What does this most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

The bag is interlined or checked through to a connecting destination

Answer

Bag tags carry the final destination airport code, so a bag checked through to a connection will show a different code than the current flight's arrival station.

Question 2

Which bags should normally be loaded last into the bulk hold so they are offloaded first at arrival?

Accepted Answer

Priority and short-connection transfer bags

Answer

Last-in, first-out loading puts priority and tight-connection bags near the door so they come off first.

Question 3

While loading, you notice a checked bag leaking an unknown liquid. What is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Stop handling it, isolate the bag, and notify a supervisor per spill procedures

Answer

Unknown leaking items may be dangerous goods, so the bag must be isolated and reported rather than loaded or opened.

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a cargo net or bulk hold divider net?

Accepted Answer

To restrain the load and prevent shifting in flight

Answer

Nets restrain bulk loads so they cannot shift and alter the aircraft's center of gravity or damage the structure.

Question 5

A gate-checked stroller should be handled how at arrival under most U.S. carrier procedures?

Accepted Answer

Delivered back to the jet bridge or aircraft door

Answer

Gate-checked items such as strollers are typically returned planeside at the arrival gate for the passenger to collect.

ARS - Airport Ramp Services Practice Test

ARS - Airport Ramp Services Practice Test

ARS Baggage and Cargo Handling Procedures 2