Advertisement. No doubt these problems could be minimized if crews The marking requirements for oil tank filler openings are specified by FAR 23.1157. If you wish to contribute or participate in the discussions about articles you are invited to join SKYbrary as a registered user. 0000153136 00000 n shall require, nor may any flight crewmember perform, any duties during a of Aircraft Date: 11/8/10 Initiated by: AFS-300 AC No: AC 00-65 Change: 1 1. 0000138900 00000 n 2175 0 obj <>stream Off the centerline Always taxi with your nosewheel on the centerline of the taxiway. Hydraulic lock in radial engines. Some aircraft are equipped with chart holder "clipboards" 0000000016 00000 n Nestled between "markings" and "clearances" in the PTS lurks the word "signals," and it can generate interesting scenarios. As previously stated, to ensure efficient and safe airport ground operations, separation between aircraft or between aircraft and vehicular traffic must be maintained and optimised. pilot must then challenge him/her to be sure that the clearance was understood. 0000061214 00000 n This is not always as simple as common sense might suggest. A technical crew was repositioning the aircraft in visual meteorological conditions during the occurrence. Engine . This prevention is dependant upon appropriate training and testing, compliance with clearances, published procedures and right-of-way rules, maintaining situational awareness and adapting speed of movement to suit the weather and surface conditions. The Investigation attributed the collision to differing expectations of the tug driver, the Apron controller and the RJ100 flight crew within an overall context of complacency on the part of the tug driver whilst carrying out what would have been regarded as a routine, non-stressful task. This AC and its appendices provide guidance to airport operators about developing training programs for safe ground vehicle operations, personnel taxiing or towing an aircraft, and pedestrian control on the movement and safety areas of an airport. Driving infractions should be investigated and additional training provided where appropriate. These must be approved for use with a particular aircraft type and clearly marked as such since there is no universal towbar specification. earlier valid? On 23 March 2004, an out of service British Airways Boeing 747-400, under tow passed behind a stationary Airbus A321-200 being operated by Irish Airline Aer Lingus on a departing scheduled passenger service in good daylight visibility and the wing tip of the 747 impacted and seriously damaged the rudder of the A321. 0000040930 00000 n Several Several pilots complained that cockpit And more than just 0000012300 00000 n It seems unfair for an applicant to get a pink slip because of something an instructor taught. Washington, DC 20591 problems are quite serious. taxiing or towing an aircraft, and pedestrian control on the movement and safety areas of an airport. (a) It is difficult to extinguish a fire on a crude oil tanker, because each liter of crude oil releases 2.80107J2.80 \times 10^{7}\ \mathrm{J}2.80107J of energy when burned. 0000152491 00000 n Complex Data. 0000248407 00000 n Taxiing or Towing an Aircraft on Airports Date: 9/1/2015 Initiated By: AAS-300 AC No: 150/5210-20A . Check speed sensor resistance and gap. 280 0 obj <>stream White or Blue Smoke 1. Turning props, rotors. I have heard instructors justify taxiing at near-liftoff speed by claiming a Hobbs-meter savings! the taxiway. instructions are being issued. On 26 June 2007, at Birmingham Airport UK, a BAe Jetstream 41 started an engine running pushback without using intercom between ground crew and flight crew. aircraft-aircraft collisions or near collisions - collisions can result from: failure to follow taxiway centreline guidance, taxiing at speeds unsuited to the conditions or level of congestion, taxiway deviation whilst trying to manoeuvre to "squeeze" past another aircraft. AC 91-73, Part 91 and Part 135, Single-Pilot Procedures During Taxi Operations; AC 120-57, Surface Movement Guidance and Control System; . This ensures redundancy while critical taxi ASRS reports also indicate that problems Damaged or defective equipment is dangerous, often resulting in injuries to personnel or damage to equipment and aircraft, so all equipment used for towing aircraft should undergo regular maintenance and, crucially, it should be inspected at the beginning of each shift. Should be aware at all times when they are taxiing. Taxi is no time to read checklists, change radio frequencies, or perform a lesser task that keeps you from your prime directive - not denting the airplane. of the two hundred twenty-four runway transgressions reported in 1991, forty-one 4. hazard, then determine and take action as needed to reduce the risk by: (1) . six inches apart. How fast should pilots be going on a straight runway? Turning props, rotors, prop or jet blast and inlet areas. help combat these traps. 8313. Definition. An alternative method which is becoming more common for towing is the use of a specialised vehicle called a towbarless tug. Sometimes Prior to crossing any runway during taxi, ensure you have a clearance to cross. 0000249683 00000 n Hydraulic lock in radial engines. The agency offers several recommendations on maintaining a safe control program, including: Take a quiz about this issue of the magazine and earn recertification points from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. If you wish to contribute or participate in the discussions about articles you are invited to join SKYbrary as a registered user. If the signalman can see the pilots eyes, the pilot can see the signals. 0000019673 00000 n 0000247519 00000 n When ready to start, call "CONTACT" and listen for the reply. The AC now addresses aircraft being taxied by persons other than certificated pilots; adds a definition for Airport Operations Area; revises the definition for Non-Movement Area; replaces the term Ramp with Apron to harmonize with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 14 Volume 1; adds a definition for Vehicle or Pedestrian Deviation; provides guidance for towered airports on Part 139 requirements for people and equipment in the Runway Safety Area (RSA); calls for a Letter of Agreement at towered airports between the airport operator, the tower, and FAA Technical Operations; provides guidance on taxing and/or towing aircraft in the movement area by non-pilots; and incorporates numerous changes to format and content throughout the document. What are the indications of water in aircraft fuel after draining a sample from the fuel sumps? hbbd```b``" R} From what height above the ground did it fall? Safer Skies Through Education - FAA - FAASTeam - FAASafety.gov A343 / B752, London Heathrow UK, 1995 (On 23 November 1995, in normal daylight visibility, an Airbus A340-300 being operated by Gulf Air on a scheduled international passenger flight from London Heathrow taxied past a Boeing 757-200 being operated by British Airways on a scheduled domestic passenger flight and also departing from London Heathrow Pilots tend to taxi faster on runways than taxiways, exacerbating this problem. In addition to the aforementioned items for vehicle operators, the tug operator must: know the size of the aircraft in tow inclusive of the wingspan, be conversant with the normal taxi routes from one airfield location to another, understand the stopping distances required for a tug with an aircraft in tow, comply with all clearances, especially runway crossing clearances, use wing and tail walkers when manoeuvring in congested areas. The FAA is urging pilots to exercise increased vigilance when issued such clearances. to a runway transgression. {getWidget} $results={3} $label={recent} $type={list1}. Do you look all around your aircraft before you taxi, or do you focus only on the area immediately ahead of the aircraft? The term vehicle includes aircraft being taxied under their own power by a non-pilot, or being towed with no intention for flight. And is it really necessary to require Turboprop and Turbofan Engines Starting Procedures. The term vehicle includes aircraft being taxied under their own power by a non-pilot, or being towed with no intention for flight. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. 0000139405 00000 n Read what other people are saying and post your own comment. 0000194210 00000 n If the engine doesn't start and the fire continues to burn, discontinue the start attempt and extinguish the fire with a suitable fire extinguisher. Following a runway transgression one ASRS reporter offered: Because of the lack of these markings The reporter explains that e) The hazards associated with starting, ground operating, and/or taxiing aircraft and procedures for preventing, minimizing or otherwise managing any of them right fuel don't put wrong fuel which can kill.airplane grounded and to the truck. 0000101490 00000 n Later another aircraft, positioned behind the A321, confirmed the rudder damage. Be sure the propeller or inlet area is clear and check for loose stones, gravel, etc. 0000050056 00000 n Clogged fuel filter. to dented wing tips and excursions through the grass, either. Taxiing is a fundamental pilot skill, and compared to landing, it demands little conscious effort. On 21 August 2006, a Boeing 737-500 suffered a nose landing gear collapse during towing at the Newark Liberty International Airport. be delivered at the gate instead of during taxi-out? vpfTQ'\wr)Ke3@;Cr%H#SJcvDDg+j]\zM5h.aK. obtain and read back any ground movement controller clearance prior to entering an area where clearance is required. 0000002942 00000 n It is likely that where available, anAPUwill be running to provide electrical power and that hydraulic accumulator pressure for braking will be achieved by use of an electrical pump. Table 1 contains the standard taxi light signals used by control towers to control and expedite the taxiing of aircraft. others reported that the lack of conspicuous taxiway markings and signs contributed 0000248526 00000 n 0000042163 00000 n What are some of the possible outcomes of using a lower grade avgas than the specified grade? We welcome your comments on flyingmag.com. Other aircraft, vehicles, people and obstacles. The possibility of fire, especially during engine starting. In fact, more than a few aviation safety incidents or near misses have occurred simply while on the ground during a ground or taxiing procedure. If your airplane's steering system is decrepit, the airplane isn't airworthy, and you can't use it on a practical test. They normally tie proper taxi speed to an applicant's ability to stop promptly while closing the throttle. C-25 feet. clearance to each other. Formerly, almost all aircraft types required that the ground locking pin be installed in at least the nose landing gear during any towing operation but this is no longer always the case. Or can it? to resolve complex problems it may be necessary to go back to basics. Airport operators are responsible for setting safety policies and procedures for workers who transport aircraft. Despite this innocence, misfortune lurks in taxi's hidden corners. All taxiing operations are performed in accordance with applicable local regulations. Like any maneuver, taxiing requires planning and judgment. 15 to 20 knots. Resistance to the prop turning indicates a possible hydraulic lock in at least one of the cylinders. Use by a larger aircraft could compromise obstacle clearance, failure to follow taxi lane guidance - deviation from the lane guidance whilst manoeuvring in proximity to light stands, gates or stationary equipment can result in collision, jet blast -inappropriate thrust settings or following too closely can result in aircraft damage due to. trailer Avoiding other aircraft and hazards during taxi Element 6 demands that you divide your attention. 0000012934 00000 n diagram should be located where it can be referenced without looking away from a runway transgression occurred because the Captain did not hear the clearance 0000152831 00000 n on the side window frames. Taxi diagrams for big airports are detailed. 0000049400 00000 n decrease the threat of runway transgressions? Limited Visibility. 2088 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<712873725C03D9489AFF4784C5525CC2><80DB48E98EDB414BB96476BF572A4D54>]/Index[2068 108]/Info 2067 0 R/Length 110/Prev 870926/Root 2069 0 R/Size 2176/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream the usual cues such as holding lines for intersecting runways probably will Some specific accident prevention strategies are as follows: The following accidents and incidents involve collision or near collision between two aircraft, an aircraft and a vehicle, or an aircraft and a stationary object. [This led] to the assumption by the Captain that deicing had been completed." While a national effort is underway to reduce runway transgressions, This ensures adequate lubrication on initial startup. 0000040502 00000 n Similarly, after engine run-up, pilots sometimes tune the tower frequency before or while taxiing from the run-up area to the runway's hold-short line. Explain. 2068 0 obj <> endobj The Investigation attributed the ice which led to the problematic re-positioning to the operators policy of tankering most of the return fuel on the overnight inbound flight where it had become cold-soaked. endstream endobj startxref Part 23.973 of the FAA regulations specifies that certain markings must be placed adjacent to fuel filler openings. 2. Other aircraft, vehicles, people. The aircraft ran onto the tug when the ground crew stopped the tug suddenly. It refers to the lean mixture performance number (or octane rating) of the fuel. 0000002158 00000 n If a mixture of aviation gasoline and jet fuel is used in a reciprocating aircraft engine, what are the possible results? On 10 January 2008, an Airbus A380 was damaged during push back at Singapore Changi International airport when the aircraft right wing undercarriage became stuck in soft ground adjacent to the taxiway. Safety+Health magazine, published by the National Safety Council, offers comprehensive national coverage of occupational safety news and analysis of industry trends to more than 91,000 subscribers. b. never tow the aircraft while any of its engines are operating. If an engine induction fire occurs while starting a reciprocating engine, what procedure should be followed to extinguish the fire? 0000152353 00000 n critical phase of flight except those duties required for the safe operation (b) Discuss additional complications caused by the fact that crude oil has a smaller density than water. 8312. These "failure to comply" occurrences most usually involve vehicles: In all cases, these actions have the potential to put the vehicle in conflict with an aircraft which, in turn, could: Most of the remaining occurrences are related to one of the following: Most taxiway accidents and incidents are preventable. to hold short of a particular runway or taxiway. 0000151754 00000 n The pushback could not be completed as the towbar could not be disconnected and confusion over a decision to return the aircraft to the gate resulted in an attempt to do so with the aircraft brakes selected which caused the aircraft nose landing gear to collapse. As result of the collision with the tug the aircraft fuselage and landing gear was damaged. 0000247639 00000 n Even something as routine as taxiing FAA's updated "advisory circular" includes newly defined items such as airport operations areas and non-movement areas, and offers guidance for towered airports regarding non-pilot workers and equipment in the runway safety area. Recall that holding lines lie perpendicular et@ dfcd1@ No persons were injured and minor aircraft damage occurred. 0000138970 00000 n 0000152886 00000 n d&&H`]0&+A$C,:fL`LLC 0000138386 00000 n Finally, it's suggested that the 0000101142 00000 n Taxiways generally also have better signage and markings than runways, which can add to the confusion at an already confusing time. when pilots were instructed to taxi on inactive runways. situational awareness. One way to remember it is to dive away from a tailwind component and to climb into a headwind component. The first step in all thorough aircraft towing procedures is ensuring you're using the proper ground support equipment (GSE). You're a solo pilot getting ready to take off from a busy airport. 0000005555 00000 n ASRS narratives include statements such we hope to offer a few practical suggestions towards eliminating future taxi-related Damaged or loose wiring connections. 0000026526 00000 n The towbar attachment failed and subsequently the aircraft s No 1 engine impacted the side of the tug, prior to the aircraft brakes being applied. can arise when pilots turn off onto another runway after landing. Element 2 rightly insists that you perform a brake check immediately after your airplane begins moving. A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. [Figure 2] The signalman must stay far enough ahead of the wingtip to remain in the pilots field of vision. 0000253140 00000 n Controller: It's important to understand that The Investigation concluded that although the shear pin failure was not attributable to any particular cause, the relative severity of the outcome was probably increased by the wet surface, a forward slope on the ramp and fact that an engine start was in progress. For examiners, being aware of things that move about the ramp and taxiways other aircraft, vehicles, and people - should be second nature. Two 'types' of collision with potentially high risk outcomes exist: Ground Crews must be specifically made aware of both these risks and must be fully trained on both ATC practices and the towing of the particular aircraft type involved. PURPOSE. The sample may have a cloudy or hazy appearance or a solid slug of water. Taxi is no time to read checklists, change radio frequencies, or perform a lesser task that keeps you from your prime directive - not denting the airplane. contributed to the incident. The following section provides detailed instructions on taxi signals and related taxi instructions. as: Another air carrier pilot reported Some taxi-related In this article 0000033519 00000 n Chapter 7 - Aircraft Structural Materials, Ch 017 - Aircraft Airworthiness Inspection, Ch 014 - Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems, Fundamentals of Engineering Economic Analysis, David Besanko, Mark Shanley, Scott Schaefer. Inadequate awareness of aircraft dimensions and turning arcs by the ground crew towing, Lack of clearance between horizontal stabilisers of a towed. You violate this element by operating flaps after rollout from a normal landing under normal conditions. The PTS requirement applicants overlook the most is on page 7 and 8 of the introduction. Swing the prop with the flat of your hand and move back from the prop arc. The function of any flight deck occupant(s) is likely to be the appropriate operation of the aircraft braking system and the provision of sufficient aircraft electrical power to operate the radio and appropriate external and internal lighting. are both monitoring that frequency. The word "OIL" and the permissible grades and/or types or a reference to the appropriate Airplane Flight Manual for permissible grades and/or types. Air carriers are urged to review All comments made here are public and may be republished by Flying. If clearance is not understood, ASK! What procedure should be followed prior to starting a large radial engine to detect and/or prevent a hydraulic lock in the cylinders? Let's say that, during oral questioning, your examiner stands, holds his hands to his sides, palms down, and asks you what this signal means as he pumps his flattened hands up and down. What is the most generally used knot for tying down small aircraft? 0000249961 00000 n 3. taxi. 0000151481 00000 n salute from the ground crew. If an out of service aircraft is being repositioned, the clearance will normally be obtained by the operator of the tow vehicle. This element also requires you to comply with ATC clearances. a. towing of the aircraft by nose gear can not be performed in the following conditions: (1) with aircraft off the runway, in soft sand or mud. Oil seeps by the piston rings and accumulates in the combustion chamber of lower cylinders. Description. 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