HWorks Mock Exam Results - Aviation Ground Operative

A belt loader (mobile loading conveyor) is used to load the bulk holds of aircraft. During the loading/unloading operation it is essential that you use: (1 mark)

• a remote control box

• guard rails to prevent load from falling off

• a protective seat cover

• automatic scales to weigh the load

A tail stand, or steady, is a piece of equipment: (1 mark)

• which prevents an aircraft from tipping backwards during loading

• for keeping the tail from moving horizontally in high winds

• used only by engineers when working on the aircraft tail

• for locking the rear hold door open in high winds

Before driving a set of mobile passenger stairs you find a pool of hydraulic oil underneath. The most appropriate course of action is to:

• clean the oil leak and use an alternative vehicle

• test the brakes, and if working proceed carefully to the aircraft

• remove the key to prevent use and report the defect to a supervisor

• leave the vehicle with a note for maintenance to find on their daily check

When arriving at an aircraft stand in a vehicle, it is essential to:

• test the horn as it is an important warning device

• check the fuel gauge as it is important not to run out during the operation

• check the windscreen wipers work as clear visibility is important

• carry out a brake check before approaching an aircraft

Correct vehicle positioning at the side of an aircraft is essential as there are many vehicles competing for limited space. Priorities and vehicle positions are determined by: (Time Spent: 26s) (1 mark) - the turnaround manager/co-ordinator, who will direct individual vehicles into position - each driver, as it is their responsibility to position each vehicle in accordance with company/airline procedures - a first come first served basis, unless otherwise directed - the size of the vehicle, with larger vehicles having priority

• the turnaround manager/co-ordinator, who will direct individual vehicles into position

• each driver, as it is their responsibility to position each vehicle in accordance with company/airline procedures

• a first come first served basis, unless otherwise directed

• the size of the vehicle, with larger vehicles having priority

For airline/handling company equipment, it is the responsibility of the Airport Authority to: (Time Spent: 27s) (1 mark)

• personally issue apron driving and vehicle passes

• issue airport passes, and ensure that only these pass holders are airside

• ensure all staff and vehicles airside meet the appropriate standard

• personally check that only appropriate vehicles are airside

When driving specialist equipment on aprons you are only permitted to reverse when:

• there is an emergency and it is deemed necessary to do so

• positioning to or from an aircraft service, instructed by a headset operative

• positioning to or from an aircraft service, or parking space, with a banksman

• a reversing camera is fitted to the vehicle

An aircraft's electricity supply on the ground is provided by an Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), powered by a small internal engine. If the APU is unserviceable, the alternative(s) available during a turnaround is:

• either a 24V battery pack, or an external generator ground power unit (mobile GPU)

• either a 24V battery pack, or an external fixed electrical ground power source (FEGP)

• a 24V battery pack only

• either an external generator ground power unit (mobile GPU), or an external fixed electrical ground power source (FEGP)

In high winds all ground equipment must be securely parked and chocked. What additional measures must be taken with towable passenger steps not being used on aircraft? (Time Spent: 19s) (1 mark)

• They must be tied together to prevent movement

• They must be adjusted to the lowest setting, guard rails retracted and stabilisers lowered

• They should be withdrawn from the apron and parked securely in a hangar

• They should be protected with an appropriate covering

An elevator-style loader is used to load unit load devices on to aircraft. On first arrival at the aircraft you would position the loader: (Time Spent: 36s) (1 mark)

• 6-8 metres from the open hold door

• against the sill of the hold and open the hold door

• approximately 4 inches from the hold door and raise the front bed

• 2-4 metres from the hold door and open the hold door