Oral Test - Aircraft Handling Flashcards
Is a member of the flight crew required to be present during aircraft fueling? [GOM pg. J-1]
o Either the captain or first officer must be present when the aircraft is fueled away from our base of
operations (Sheltair ORL).
Can electrical power be applied to the aircraft during fueling? [GOM pg. J-1]
o Aircraft master switches shall be in the OFF position and shall not be activated during the fueling process. Exceptions will be made only when power is needed to operate fuel valves or fuel transfer pumps.
Can we fuel the aircraft during periods of convective activity? [GOM pg. J-2]
o Under no circumstances will a The Heli Team, LLC aircraft be refueled during an active thunderstorm within a
10 mile radius.
What are the considerations for passengers and smoking during fueling? [GOM pg. J-2]
o Passengers will not be aboard the aircraft during fueling operations nor permitted within 50 feet of the aircraft. No smoking permitted within 100 feet during fueling operations.
