Chapter 12 Aircraft Accident, Incident, And Emergency Flashcards
(35 cards)
If an emergency develops requiring cessation of pushback, the Pilot-in-Command shall advise the Station Attendant by calling:
Emergency, Emergency – Stop Pushback, Stop Pushback.”
What calls do the pilots make to the flight attendants in a prepared emergency landing?
approximately two minutes prior to touchdown the Flight Crew shall use the PA system and announce:
- “Emergency stations - Emergency Stations”
approximately 30 seconds prior to touchdown, the Flight Crew shall use the PA system and announce:
- “Brace for landing, Brace for landing.
In the event of a rapid deplanement, the Flight Crew shall use the PA system and announce:
“Deplane immediately and leave your personal belongings.”
What does the pilot say over the PA to initiate an evacuation?
“Evacuate - Evacuate” with no further instructions.
What is communicated over PA for a P-EFB, PED or Laptop Fire in the flight deck?
“Backup to the flight deck, backup to the flight deck”
What are the 3 classifications of landing?
- Normal Landing
- Abnormal Landing
- Emergency Landing
To describe the type of landing and emergency procedures (if any) to be expected, the following information shall be reviewed with the In-Charge Flight Attendant:
- Landing Classification; and
- Type of emergency; and
- Touchdown surface (i.e., land or water); and
- Time available for preparation; and
- The need to displace passengers, as applicable; and
- The use of Urgent Communications calls. (i.e., “Emergency Stations – Emergency Stations,” “Brace for Landing – Brace For Landing,” or “Evacuate - Evacuate”): and
- Who will advise the passengers and when this will occur; and
- Post landing attitudes and conditions affecting use of exits.
As the briefing points are also included on the Prepared Emergency Landing Card the In-Charge Flight Attendant shall use this card to confirm the information received.
After a Depressurization incident and once the aircraft has reached a safe altitude, there is a requirement for the in-charge and flight crew to communicate. How is this done, and why?
To summon the In-Charge Flight Attendant to the flight deck, a PA announcement, “In-Charge Flight Attendant report to/call the flight deck” should be made. The Flight Crew shall then obtain a report on the cabin status from the In-Charge Flight Attendant and the In-Charge Flight Attendant shall also check on the status of the Flight Crew.
If the aircraft must level off above 10,000 feet for a period and the Pilot-in-Command requires the In-Charge Flight Attendant to report to the flight deck, the PA announcement should include information that the In-Charge Flight Attendant should report to the flight deck while using oxygen.
What to keep in mind when briefing passengers on an emergency and what words to use (avoid)?
- Pass control of the aircraft when at all possible to allow the flight crew member to focus on the message; and
- Use non-technical terms to explain the situation; and
- Install confidence by creating an awareness that the Flight Crew is well trained in dealing with the situation; and
- Refer to ARFF equipment as “safety vehicles” and their arrival is a standard procedure; and
- Where possible avoid words like fire or emergency
if a flight attendant has been involved in the handling of the incident, the In-Charge Flight Attendant should be informed that a _______________needs to be submitted.
FOHR
What happens if a communication failure with ATC occurs in VMC conditions?
If the failure occurs in VMC or if VMC is encountered after the failure, the Flight Crew shall continue the flight under VMC and land as soon as practicable.
This procedure applies in any class of airspace. The primary purpose is to preclude extended IFR operation in controlled airspace in VMC. However, it is not intended that the requirement to land as soon as practicable be construed to mean land as soon as possible.
If a COM failure occurs while holding, when should you begin the last assigned/planned approach?
If the failure occurs after receiving and acknowledging a holding instruction. Flight Crews shall hold as directed and commence an instrument approach at the EAT or expected further clearance time, whichever has been issued.
What If the communications failure occurs while being vectored at a radar-vectoring altitude that is lower than published IFR altitude (e.g., Minimum Sector Altitude 25 nm)?
Flight Crews shall immediately climb to and maintain the appropriate minimum IFR altitude until arrival at a fix associated with the instrument procedure.
What should you do if normal two way communication with Flight Dispatch fails?
Flight Crews shall attempt to re-establish communication using PAL frequencies, Air Radio networks (e.g., ARINC), FSS, SATCOM, AGRIS, or relay through another aircraft.
What is the Definition of Fumes?
fumes shall be defined as invisible but odorous vapours of an intensity that impair breathing, vision, or cognitive functions to the extent that the immediate use of oxygen masks and goggles are necessary for safety of flight.
Smoke, Fire or Fumes Drills/Checklists:
All Air Canada Rouge fleet types have Drills and QRH checklist procedures for smoke, fire or fumes. These procedures shall be used when smoke, fire or fumes are of an intensity that poses an immediate risk to the safety of flight.
In order to gather information to assist AC Maintenance in troubleshooting and determining the source and cause of smell events, what should the crew fill out?
Aircraft Cabin Smell/Odour Reporting Sheet is provided in each fleet OBL. Flight Crews and Cabin Crews are requested to fill out this form as thoroughly as possible when entering a snag in the aircraft or Cabin Defect Log, following a smell or odour event.
What does a GREEN vs YELLOW seal indicate on the AMK kit?
A green seal indicates a full AMK inside, and a yellow seal indicates that the AMK has been used. A Cabin Defect Log entry shall be made when the AMK is used.
During an onboard medical, who is part of the decision process for a suitable diversion Airport?
In case of a diversion, MedLink shall work with Flight Dispatch and the Flight Crew to identify the closest suitable airport with appropriate medical response resources.
What to do if a passenger is suspected to be ill or becomes ill prior to the departure?
EMS cannot clear that passenger to travel. MedLink shall be called to assess the passenger’s fitness to fly.
Does MedLink need to be contacted when oxygen is required for passengers or crew members?
Yes
Who is the PIC to contact in the event of an onboard medical?
The Pilot-in-Command shall contact Flight Dispatch and report the medical emergency. A phone-patch to MedLink should normally be delayed until the completed Telemedicine Checklist is received.
Flight Dispatch will patch MedLink into the call, and monitor the situation. If the Tempus unit is being used on the passenger, the Pilot-in-Command shall advise MedLink. The MedLink physician will establish the severity of the situation and recommend a plan of care and/or a need to divert.
ARINC VHF/ phone patch frequencies are available in the Jeppesen Route Manual – Enroute Section.
When out of VHF or AGRIS range, the Flight Crew should contact Flight Dispatch via ARINC or any other available means (including SATCOM if available).
When arriving at the gate of the medical diversion airport what should be considered?
Upon arrival at the gate of either the destination or diversion airfield the Pilot-in-Command shall liaise with the In-Charge Flight Attendant to ensure the passengers remain seated until the medical response personnel have attended to the medical emergency
What is the PIC to do when there is a presumed death onboard?
The position, time, altitude, and cabin altitude when the presumed death was reported shall be recorded by the Pilot-in-Command.
