8 - FLIGHT OPERATIONS Flashcards
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Where is the normal reporting place at the commencement of a pairing?
At the flight planning facility at the home base in YUL, YYZ, YWG or YVR.
Where should crew report if the pairing begins in YYZ with a transborder leg?
To the transborder flight planning facility located post-customs in YYZ, as described in the YYZ 10-10 pages.
What is expected for mixed base crews when reporting for duty?
Crew members should coordinate when and where to meet to flight plan and arrive at the aircraft with enough time to complete pre-flight duties.
What should flight crew members do upon reporting for duty at the start of a crew cycle?
Check in electronically using their password in CrewLink and confirm the pairing details.
What information does CrewLink provide for the pairing?
A printed copy of the pairing, including the names and check-in status of flight crew members.
Who is responsible for informing crew scheduling if a crew member has not reported?
All flight crew members are responsible to inform crew scheduling no later than the start of the flight duty.
Why should P-EFB updates be done before reporting for duty?
Because limited bandwidth at flight planning centers and airports may cause delays when updating at those locations.
When does flight duty commence for operating flight crew members?
Flight duty commences one hour and fifteen minutes prior to planned flight departure, or the required reporting time, whichever is later.
When does flight duty commence for deadheading crew from Canadian to Canadian airports?
Flight duty commences 45 minutes prior to scheduled flight departure, or the required reporting time, whichever is later.
When does flight duty commence for deadheading crew from Canadian to Non-Canadian airports?
Flight duty commences one hour prior to scheduled flight departure, or the required reporting time, whichever is later.
When does flight duty commence for deadheading crew from overseas airports?
Flight duty commences one hour prior to scheduled flight departure, or the required reporting time, whichever is later.
When does flight duty commence for deadheading crew from all other airports?
Flight duty commences 45 minutes prior to scheduled flight departure, or the required reporting time, whichever is later.
What type of software applications do flight crews have access to?
Flight crews have access to P-EFB and web-based software applications for operational and administrative requirements.
How can S4A Smart SUITE be accessed?
Via the AC P-EFB app on the P-EFB or through ACaeronet.
What information does S4A Smart SUITE provide?
All necessary information required to plan a flight.
What functions does CrewLink serve?
CrewLink provides crew information, check-in, flight take-offs and landings recording, and access to personal company data.
What can ReportLink be used for?
To access active and original duty calendars, reserve information, awarded vacation, and Cabin Crew information.
Where is the calendar module of CrewLink/ReportLink also accessible?
On the P-EFB.
Where can user guides for S4A Smart SUITE, CrewLink, and ReportLink be found?
On the ACaeronet.
Where are user guides for the P-EFB available?
In the AC P-EFB app under Flight Operations / P-EFB Information.
What is Flight Watch in the context of Operational Control?
Flight Watch involves the communications, monitoring, analysis, consultation, and decision making needed to validate, execute, and amend the Operational Flight Plan (OFP).
When does Flight Watch commence and end?
Flight Watch starts with the approval of the OFP by the Flight Dispatcher and continues until flight completion or cancellation.
What are key activities involved in Flight Watch?
Monitoring aircraft status, meteorological and aerodrome conditions, MEL unserviceability, fuel, weight and balance, performance, NOTAMs, and OFP validity.
What is the role of the Flight Dispatcher regarding OFP amendments?
The Flight Dispatcher may amend the OFP with the Pilot-in-Command’s concurrence, or the Pilot-in-Command may amend it when necessary after consultation.
