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Crew composition

46 important questions on Crew composition

What specific action is mentioned as not allowed?

Impede operating cabin crew members in their duties.

What section of the Operations Manual is being viewed?

Operations Manual Part A General/Basic Crew Composition.

According to the information, is impeding cabin crew allowed?

No, impeding cabin crew in their duties is not allowed.

When is an augmented flight crew required?

An augmented flight crew is required if the planned duration of the flight exceeds the duty period limitations for a normal flight crew as specified in OM-A Chapter 7.

What percentage of the minimum required CCMs must be experienced according to JAF?

At least 50% (minimum 2) of the minimum required CCMs, including the SCCM, must be experienced according to JAF.

How is the commander of the flight nominated?

The commander of the flight is nominated in the rostering system and communicated to the crew via the crew briefing apps.

How long must a CCM operate to be considered experienced according to BLX?

A CCM must have at least 3 months of operation and have completed 8 sectors within the last 5 years on an aeroplane type requiring more than one operating CCM to be considered experienced according to BLX.

Who is designated as SCCM before every flight duty period?

Before every flight duty period, one member of the cabin crew qualified as SCCM shall be designated as SCCM via the crew roster.

Who will be nominated as commander if two captains are scheduled on the same flight?

If two captains are scheduled on the same flight, the captain with the highest seniority will be nominated as commander.

For the Command Course, what is the required training completion time and sectors if not completed within 120 consecutive days after line/command check?

150 hours & 20 sectors

Is the Operations Manual a company-specific document?

Typically, an Operations Manual is company-specific, but the company name is not disclosed here.

What is the maximum number of passengers per CCM if the number of cabin crew has been reduced?

The maximum number of passengers has been reduced to a maximum of 50 passengers per CCM.

What responsibilities does the third FCM have during a flight?

The third FCM should alert the active FCMs when ATC instructions are missed or wrongly interpreted, or if flight safety is compromised, help maintain awareness to avoid ground collisions, and contribute to keeping an effective lookout and high situational awareness.

What happens if the flight is a training flight regarding the position of commander?

If the flight is a training flight, the instructor shall be scheduled as commander, and they shall decide whether they will occupy the left or right seat, taking the training objective into account.

For the Initial Type Rating, how many hours and sectors are required if completed within 120 consecutive days after line/command check?

100 hours & 10 sectors

What manual should be consulted for procedures when passengers are seated closer to the armed exits?

The SEP manual should be consulted for procedures when passengers are seated closer to the armed exits.

What is the chain of command according to the document?

The chain of command is as follows:
1. Commander
2. FCM relieving the commander
3. Co-pilot

Is the item viewed related to in-flight procedures or ground procedures?

It likely relates to in-flight procedures since it refers to operating cabin crew members.

What are the reduced experience requirements for Type Rating noted in Note 1?

50 hours & 10 sectors

If the Initial Type Rating is not completed within 120 consecutive days, what are the required hours and sectors?

150 hours & 20 sectors

What might supernumerary captains do during a flight?

They may intervene in the conduct of the flight for safety reasons. However, their duties include maintaining a full awareness of the progress and conduct of the flight in all respects.

Can supernumerary captains perform the role of the commander?

Supernumerary captains occupying a supernumerary seat cannot be the commander of the aeroplane.

Can a reduction of the cabin crew complement below the legal minimum due to incapacitation or unavailability be permitted from a base?

No, a reduction of the cabin crew complement below the legal minimum due to incapacitation or unavailability shall not be permitted from a base.

What is the minimum number of qualified CCMs on board per floor of floor level exits?

The minimum number of qualified CCMs on board is never less than one per pair of floor level exits.

How long before landing should operating FCMs terminate their rotation?

The rest period for operating FCMs should terminate at least 60 minutes prior to landing.

What restrictions are there on a line check captain during long-haul flights?

In long-haul operations with additional operating FCMs, the line check captain may fulfill the function of a cruise relief pilot but shall not occupy either pilot's seat during take-off, departure, initial cruise, descent, approach, and landing.

Who is designated as commander during line flying under supervision?

During line flying under supervision flights, the TRE, TRI or LTC in an operating seat shall be designated as commander.

Under what condition is the reduced experience for Type Rating permitted?

For pilots who are changing type who have previously completed a type conversion within the company.

What additional duties may supernumerary captains have during a flight?

They may be given duties such as enhancing radio watch and look out, but should not interfere with normal operation of the aeroplane.

What are the unforeseen circumstances that can trigger a replacement of an absent SCCM?

Unforeseen circumstances that can trigger a replacement of an absent SCCM are incapacitation and unavailability of a SCCM.

When are FCMs considered inexperienced?

FCMs are deemed inexperienced having completed a command or type rating course, and the associated LIFUS, until they have achieved the following experience after line check.

What is mentioned about type rated direct entry captains from outside the TUI group in Note 2?

They are deemed experienced provided they have 150 hours on type during the previous 12 months and have completed 10 sectors within the company following line check.

Who can be assigned flight duty together with a captain?

Inspectors can be assigned flight duty together with a captain qualified for line training.

Can the number of hours and/or sectors be reduced for training completion?

Yes, with the approval of the competent authorities.

Who shall act as commander for the company?

The company captain shall act as commander.

Does incapacitation prior to dispatch of the aeroplane from a base substantiate a reduction of the cabin crew complement?

No, incapacitation prior to dispatch of the aeroplane from a base does not substantiate a reduction of the cabin crew complement below the minimum required.

What should a Flight Crew Member (FCM) do if they introduce a new company FCM on the same flight?

The FCM should inform the other FCM on the same flight that they are inexperienced.

What is the age restriction for FCMs on commercial flights?

FCMs must be under 65 years of age.

What scenarios are included under 'unavailability'?

'Unavailability' includes circumstances at a stopover (layover) destination that prevent the SCCM from reporting for the flight duty period, such as traffic jams, difficulties with local authorities, health problems, death, etc., but does not include unavailability from work due to pregnancy, maternity/paternity leave, parental leave, medical leave, sick leave, or any other absence from work.

Under which section can one find details about reducing the number of CCMs during ground operations?

Under subsection 4.1.2.1 Reduction of the Number of CCMs During Ground Operations.

What is the minimum number of Cabin Crew Members (CCMs) dictated by?

The aeroplane type and is described in OM-B, Chapter 1 Limitations and SEP manual.

What is the normal seating policy for the commander and co-pilot?

The commander normally occupies the left seat and the co-pilot normally occupies the right seat.

Under what conditions can an FCM with an OML operate an aeroplane in a multi-pilot operation?

They can operate an aeroplane if one of the other FCM(s) is fully qualified on the relevant type of aeroplane, is not subject to an OML, and has not attained the age of 60 years.

Who is allowed to occupy the left seat?

Either a captain or a first officer appropriately qualified to relieve the commander may occupy the left seat.

What is the requirement for cabin crew composition concerning experience when scheduling CCMs for a flight?

When scheduling CCMs for a flight, the crew composition should include at least 2 CCMs (including the SCCM) who have at least 3 months experience as an operating CCM.

What should the crew composition include in terms of experienced CCMs?

The crew composition should include at least 2 CCMs with at least 3 months experience as operating CCMs.

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