Ground Handling and Ramp Operations Flashcards
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What is the correct way to handle a Ground Service Equipment (GSE) breakdown on the active ramp?
Answer: Move the equipment off the active movement area, place hazard markers, and report to operations
Broken GSE must be removed from active areas, marked with hazard indicators, and reported to operations to prevent accidents and FOD.
What is the purpose of a weight and balance calculation before an aircraft departs?
Answer: To ensure the aircraft is loaded within its certified weight limits and center of gravity range for safe flight
Weight and balance calculations verify that the aircraft is loaded within approved limits and that the center of gravity falls within the safe flight envelope.
What PPE is required for ramp employees working near operating aircraft engines?
Answer: High-visibility vest, hearing protection, safety footwear, and eye protection as applicable
Ramp employees must wear high-visibility vests, hearing protection (due to jet engine noise), safety footwear, and eye protection as required by OSHA and airport policy.
What is an aircraft towing permit and who typically needs one?
Answer: A certification or authorization required for employees who operate aircraft tow tractors and towbars
Employees who tow aircraft must be trained and authorized through an aircraft towing permit, which validates their competency to perform this safety-critical task.
Why is it critical to use a lighted wand or high-visibility signals in low-visibility conditions on the ramp?
Answer: To ensure pilots and vehicle operators can see ground crew positions and signals to prevent collisions
In low-visibility conditions such as fog, night, or heavy rain, illuminated wands and high-visibility gear ensure ground crew are seen by pilots and vehicle operators to prevent accidents.
What is the danger of ramp personnel wearing loose clothing near operating aircraft engines?
Answer: Loose clothing can be ingested into engine intakes or caught by moving parts, causing serious injury
Engine inlet suction can ingest loose clothing, and moving aircraft parts can catch dangling material, causing severe injury or death.