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Cabin Operations Bulletin Revision 006-2021
Cabin Operations Bulletin Revision 006-2021
Cabin Operations Bulletin Revision 006-2021
B.21.014.CAB Temporary Revision (TR23-02 to 10) to SEPM Rev 23 0 18-Feb-21 NEW CM/CS via iKnow
CM/CS via iKnow
B.21.013.CAB A320 Extended over water kit modification 0 18-Feb-21 NEW
A320 cabin crew
B.21.011.GNL Special Variation Flights 0 18-Feb-21 NEW CM/CS via iKnow
ISSUE 18-FEB-21
BULLETIN REVISION 00
EFFECTIVE 18-FEB-21
INSTRUCTION:
An advance copy has been uploaded onto the Flight Crew iPad’s as well as onto the EY Intranet for pre-
reading and familiarization of the changes by all affected personnel. Paper copy manual holders will receive
updates to their manual in the usual manner.
Please read and familiarize yourselves with the changes highlighted in the Revision Bulletin located at the
front of the manual. Not all minor editorial and grammatical changes are included in the Bulletin.
OM-A Revision 28 Effective Date:
0001 UTC 22 February 2021
FOLLOW UP PLAN:
NIL
REFERENCE:
All OM-A Paper and E copies.
This bulletin will be updated or deleted upon migration of the content into the applicable company documentation.
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ISSUE 18-FEB-21
BULLETIN REVISION 00
EFFECTIVE 18-FEB-21
INSTRUCTION:
Effective 22 February 2021, the revised information in the attached TRs supersedes the related information
in the SEPM Revision 23.
Cabin crew are required to read and familiarize themselves with the changes in the TR highlighted by a
vertical bar next to the revised text. Senior Cabin Crew Members (SCCM) must highlight the contents of this
bulletin during pre-flight briefing.
TR No. Title and Summary of Change
1.3 Cabin Crew / 1.3.5 Line Evaluation
TR23-02
- Removal of In-flight Chef and Food and Beverage Managers as cabin crew designation
1.3.2.1 Definitions
TR23-03
- Re-wording of the sentence due to misinterpretation of the word “waiver”
Multiple Sections
TR23-04
- Deletion of all references to the A340-500
4.7.5.3. Anaphylaxis
TR23-05 - Changed format of information and added that in case of anaphylaxis, cabin crew to
get the AED ready
6.6.4 Restraining Kit
TR23-06
- Incorporation of Bulletin B.20.053.GNL, Restraining Kit
7.2.3 Aircraft, Passengers and Cargo Handling Procedures Related to Safety
TR23-07 - Re-wording of sentence due to contradiction between “necessary’ and ‘where possible”
in relation to occupying self-help emergency exit row seats
9.1.2.3.1 Provisions for Dangerous Goods Carried by Passengers or Crew
TR23-08 - Incorporation of Bulletin B.20.075.GNL, Provisions for DG Carried by Passengers or
Crew
10.3.1 Aircraft Security Search
TR23-09 - Re-wording of the provision for the security search of spare seat cover pouch and baby
bassinet carrier bags
10.4.10.2.2 Restraint
TR23-10 - Restraining device operation moved to Chapter 6. Restraining device may refer to the
handcuff type (new type) or the restraining straps (old type).
FOLLOW UP PLAN:
The TRs will be incorporated in the next revision of the SEPM.
REFERENCE:
SEPM
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Chapter: 1
SAFETY & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MANUAL Page: 5
RESPONSIBILITIES & DOCUMENTATION Rev: TR23-02
TEMPORARY REVISION Date: 18 Feb 21
All cabin crew must be well informed about safety procedures and the Company policies and shall
have access to all concerned operational printed documents onboard the aircraft. Cabin crew must
assertively enforce all safety regulations onboard the aircraft and ensure passenger compliance.
Cabin Manager
For ease of reference, the Cabin Manager title used throughout this manual applies to a Cabin
Senior when operating as CM on narrow body aircraft.
Note:
• Cabin crew shall not be assigned flying duties if any of the above is not completed
• A familiarization check list must be completed
• Cabin crew members shall undergo recurrent training whenever a refresher training is
applicable
A line evaluation form is used to record assessments on standards of overall performance as defined
in the cabin crew objectives. The results of the evaluation are recorded and retained by In-Flight
Performance and Operations department.
1. Following completion of initial conversion training, each cabin crew having no previous Etihad
operating experience shall undertake a familiarisation flight consisting of two sectors on
the aircraft type to be operated, they must be in uniform and shall act in the capacity of a
supernumerary cabin crew, under the supervision of the Cabin Manager / Cabin Senior. These
two sectors shall not involve flights less than two hours.
2. Cabin Crew having previous Etihad operating experience assigned to operate a subsequent
aircraft type are not required to undertake a familiarisation flight provided that they participate
in an aircraft visit to the aircraft type to be operated. This will be monitored and controlled by
Safety Training.
3. A familiarisation flight is required on each aircraft type to be operated when the first aircraft type
conversion training is immediately followed by a subsequent aircraft type conversion training
with no operating experience in-between.
4. A maximum of two supernumerary cabin crew undertaking familiarisation flight shall participate
as part of the additional cabin crew, but shall not be considered as part of the required minimum
cabin crew complement.
5. Familiarisation flights shall be conducted as per the “Cabin Crew Familiarisation Checklist” and
in accordance with the following structure:
• On the first sector, the supernumerary will observe the Cabin Manager / Cabin Senior
conducting all pre-flight, in-flight, pre-landing and post-landing safety related duties.
• On the second sector, the Cabin Manager / Cabin Senior will monitor the supernumerary
crew conducting all pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight safety related duties and ensure the
checklist is completed accordingly.
6. Satisfactory completion of the above familiarisation requirements is mandatory prior to a cabin
crew being assigned to operate as one of the required minimum cabin crew complement on
any flight.
7. Completed checklists are retained by Safety Training.
Note 1: The assigned areas of responsibility for safety and security may differ from the
areas of responsibility for in-flight service
Note 2: While carrying out pre-passenger boarding safety checks and security search:
• Minimum cabin crew shall check additional crew seats if additional crew are
not carried.
• On aircraft fitted with 3 center row seats, the LHS crew shall check 2 seats and
RHS crew shall check 1 seat.
In the event of injury, or other events which reduce the number of available cabin crew in flight, the
CM/CS will take account of the remaining cabin crew complement and distribute accordingly.
This minimum number is generally greater and never less than the Regulatory minimum cabin crew
composition.
The minimum Arabic speaking cabin crew shall be one per flight at the planning stage. In cases
where there are no other options, the Duty Manager Crew Services - Day of Ops, is authorised to
remove this requirement.
1. The reduction shall NOT be allowed for flights departing from Abu Dhabi.
2. Passenger reduction shall be applied in accordance with CAR OPS 1.990 requirement of 1
cabin crew member for every 50, or fraction of 50, passenger seats installed on the same deck
of the aircraft.
Example of NO reductions: A320 (seating capacity 136)/minimum crew composition reduced
from 4 to 3 cabin crew x 50 seats = 150 passenger seats) – No seat blocked
Example of reductions: A320 (seating capacity 160)/minimum crew composition reduced
from 4 to 3 cabin crew x 50 seats = 150 passenger seats) – 10 seats must be blocked.
3. Before departure, the Commander shall obtain approval of the Pilot Duty Manager.
4. The Cabin Manager shall coordinate with the Commander, taking into consideration the
following:
a) Reassigning of cabin crew positions and briefing of cabin crew regarding any change in
standard operating procedures.
b) Relocation of passengers seated next to the vacant cabin crew seat, if space available.
c) The level of commercial service to be provided by the remaining cabin crew.
5. This procedure is allowed until the flight returns back to AUH or a replacement cabin crew is
arranged, whichever is the soonest.
6. Upon completion of the flight, the Commander must submit an Air Safety Report (ASR) which
shall be duly sent to the GCAA.
7. The Cabin Manager must submit a Cabin Safety Report (CSR) on alternative provisions made
in the cabin.
8. The vacant cabin crew positions shall be as follows:
In the event of the Cabin Manager or Cabin Senior becoming unable to operate, due to sickness or
incapacitation, the Cabin Senior / Deputy (nominated at pre-flight briefing) will take over the function
of CM until a replacement Cabin Manager is provided or until the aircraft returns to base - whichever
occurs first.
* In the event of a major disruption only, VPFO approval is required before CS can operate as
CM on wide body aircraft out of AUH. VPFO may delegate the approval to MCSO.
ETIHAD AIRWAYS - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Chapter: 3
SAFETY & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MANUAL Page: 13
FLIGHT TIME LIMITATIONS Rev: TR23-04
TEMPORARY REVISION Date: 18 Feb 21
Case B
If a crew member is called out from standby to conduct an FDP after completing more than 6 hours
standby duty, then the total duty period allowed is the sum of all the time spent on standby and the
allowable FDP, reduced by the amount of standby worked in excess of 6 hours.
Note: The reference to 'total duty period' applies only to the sum of the standby time achieved +
the allowable FDP obtained from paragraph 7.11.
On the day, for cumulative duty totals and for minimum rest purposes, the total duty achieved
will begin at the start time of the standby and finish 30 minutes after chocks on final sector or
at the check out time. The calculation is made using standby time achieved, FDP achieved,
pre and post flight duties and any positioning.
When any period of standby finishes, during which a call-out has not occurred, at least 12 hours
rest (11 hours for Cabin Crew) must follow prior to the next duty period. Similarly, following the end
of a contactable period or periods, at least 10 hours must elapse prior to the next duty period.
Airport Standby
Airport Standby is a duty taken at the airport by all crew members.
The Airport Standby is assigned and will not be more than 4 hours in duration.
The timings and duration of an Airport Standby may be adjusted to suit roster and operational
requirements.
* Reporting times for positioning flights may be reduced to minimum of 1 HR. Reporting times
for positioning flights on the A320/A321 will be scheduled at 1HR 15 Mins from reporting time.
Approvals for the specific city pairs and/or areas are available in /iPad.
a) The in-flight rest facility or Crew Rest Compartment (CRC) for horizontal rest is the standard
type fitted on long haul aircraft types (A380, B777 and B787).
b) This designated area meets the requirements of separate rest facilities from passengers, and
is deemed suitable for achieving effective horizontal rest.
c) The abridged rules governing the use of the rest facility are contained in OM-A 8.3.23 and
SEPM 7.3.13.2
d) The CRC will be managed in accordance with the MEL prior to departure and FCOM once the
flight has commenced.
e) Where the CRC becomes defective in flight to the extent that it will seriously inhibit the crews
capacity for rest the Commander shall decide after liaison with other crew members, NOC and
if possible fleet management as to the best course of action and will take into consideration:
Deviation from the above policy may only be authorized by the VPFO, the Head of Fleet or
their Deputies.
a) To provide for adequate rest the flight deck crew are divided into two equal parts and designated
Crew A and Crew B.
b) Crew A will be the operating crew on the outbound sector and Crew B will be operating on the
return.
c) Cabin crew will be divided into two or three shifts for rest purposes and be known as Crew C
and Crew D and Crew E (where applicable).
d) Cabin crew will be allocated their rest period on the roster taking into consideration the safety
and service requirements whilst ensuring that a senior cabin crew (CM or CS) is on duty during
each rest period.
e) The rest schemes are published as a guideline for calculating the amount of rest based on the
planned/published flying times.
f) Guidance for the flight crew rest strategies is a result of the FRMS group discussions in close
consultation with Qinetiq.
g) Guidance for the flight crew rest strategies is a result of the FRMS group discussions and
modelling of sleep and rest patterns.
h) Where unforeseen circumstances require, the Commander may vary the proposed rest strategy
to ensure the effectiveness of the crew.
Note: For stations where a Pilot Transit Check (PTC) is approved and performed in lieu
of local or on board engineering coverage, refer to GOM Chapter 5.14.3.
a) If required in accordance with local regulations, notify the airport rescue and firefighting
service that fuelling will take place with passengers and/or crew on board, embarking or
disembarking, as applicable. Where required, ensure the airport rescue and firefighting
service is positioned at the aircraft before fuelling commences
b) Where the airport rescue and firefighting service response time exceeds 3 minutes,
ensure the airport rescue and firefighting service is positioned at the aircraft before fuelling
commences
c) Ensure passenger routes avoid the fuelling zone and are supervised
d) In the event of a fuel spillage, follow the applicable requirements of GOM Chapter 5.14.8
• The Passenger Services staff on ground shall:
a) Maintain a clear passenger boarding bridge interior access path from the aircraft into the
terminal
b) Ensure passenger boarding/disembarkation is carried out in a controlled manner
c) Ensure the passenger escape route remains unhindered by ensuring that passenger steps
and PBBs are clear of FOD
d) In the event of a fuel spillage, follow the applicable requirements of GOM Chapter 5.14.8
The Standard Ground Times for the current fleet are as follows:
In the event of a late inbound aircraft (LIAC), the SGT shall be added to the Actual Time of Arrival
(ATA). A ‘Reactionary’ delay code shall not be assigned beyond the resulting time.
However, the number of infants on a flight may be increased up to 20% of aircraft seating capacity,
provided that the equivalent number of Infant Seatbelts and Infant Life Jackets are made available
for that flight.
• Infant seating is restricted to the number of oxygen masks installed in the Passenger Service
Unit (PSU) – refer to the respective aircraft type in SEP manual.
• Multiple occupancy of a seat by one adult and one infant is permitted.
• An infant must be accompanied by an adult and the seatbelt of this adult must not strap the
infant but only the adult; cabin crew must ensure that the infant is secured on adult’s lap by
an “Infant seatbelt” or an approved “Child Restraint Device” any time the “Fasten seatbelt” is
switched ON
One adult is only permitted to accompany one infant on board. For any additional infant, the guardian
must arrange for an additional adult to accompany each infant.
Note: Baby bassinets must not be used during take-off and landing, they must be properly stowed.
The extra items shall be handed to the CM for stowage onboard the aircraft (in the L1 area of
responsibility).
At the end of the flight, the CM shall ensure that the used items are collected from the cabin and
re-stowed in the L1 area.
An entry must be made in the CML to record the location of the equipment for offloading in AUH.
Passengers travelling with infant/child (0-36 months) may use certain approved car seats in
conjunction with an aircraft seat provided that the appropriate seat fare has been purchased.
The infant / child must be secured in the seat and accompanied by a responsible adult in an adjacent
seat for take-off and landing.
1. Forward or rearward facing seats are acceptable in all cabins provided that they are of a type
that could be attached to an aircraft seat with a lap belt only.
be carried and used in the cabin provided it is possible to be stowed in a way that meets safety
regulations.
Passengers shall ensure the electronic assistive devices have sufficient battery supply to last for
1.5 times the flight duration (150%).
For details of FAA approved portable oxygen concentrators, refer to SEPM Chapter 4.9
Aircraft operating to and from a U.S airport shall have a placarded priority space in the cabin
(approximate dimensions of 13in x 36in x 42in or 33cm x 91cm x 106cm) for stowage of one
passenger folding wheelchair, mobility aids or other or other assistive devices with priority over
any other items (catering items, passenger or crew luggage, etc) on first come-first serve basis
and the locations are as follows:
Other mobility aids such as, canes, crutches and foldable walkers are allowed in the cabin.
Prescription medications, (*)portable dialysis devices and any medical devices needed to
administer them such as syringes or auto-injectors, and other assistive devices as mentioned
above are permitted onboard as long as they comply with applicable safety, security and hazardous
material rules.
(*) A portable dialysis machine shall be afforded the same treatment as other assistive devices,
including priority in-cabin stowage, exemption from any carry-on baggage limit and
exemption from any fees to carry the item in the baggage compartment. Etihad shall
also accept for transport medications, syringes and dialysis fluids passengers on home
dialysis bring with them. Use of the dialysis machine during flight is not permitted because the
required testing regarding interference with aircraft systems has not been conducted.
Such persons include those who appear to be intoxicated or obviously under the influence of alcohol,
narcotics or drugs. However this does not apply to persons under the influence of drugs who are
subject to such condition following emergency medical treatment after commencement of the flight,
or to persons under medical care accompanied by personnel trained for that purpose.
a. Once cabin crew have completed their checks, the Cabin Manager shall initiate an ALL
ATTENDANT call.
b. Only LHS minimum cabin crew shall pick up their interphone. If a RHS cabin crew picks up,
they must remain on the interphone until all checks have been received by the CM.
c. Once all LHS minimum cabin crew have picked up their interphone, the Cabin Manager shall
commence the LCCC. An example for passing door ARMED/DISARMED Status is as follows:
2. Door operator shall state “Door Warning Check Required” to a second operating crew
member
During Cruise
After Landing
Mobile phones may be used once the aircraft has turned off the active runway and is taxiing-in to
the gate provided that they are handy from a seated position.
The flight crew shall advise the CM to ensure that the applicable announcement (before take-off,
top of descent and after landing) is made to inform passengers of the restriction.
In such conditions, all PEDs including mobile phones must be switched off.
The Company shall assign a full cabin crew complement for each LRV Flight.
Prior to relieving his/her duty for in-flight rest, the Cabin Manager shall conduct a handover briefing
to the Cabin Senior / Deputy including but not limited to the following topics:
• Importance of the communication between flight crew and cabin crew
• Monitoring of cabin area including galleys, lavatories and area behind flight deck door
• Turbulence procedure and passing / receiving of Cabin Secure checks
• Any special requirement for passengers and crew
The Cabin Manager must inform the Commander of the start and the end of handover period.
a. The in-flight rest facility or Crew Rest Compartment (CRC) for horizontal rest is the standard
type fitted on long haul aircraft types (A380, B777, B787).
b. This designated area meets the requirements of separate rest facilities from passengers, and
is deemed suitable for achieving effective horizontal rest as outlined in CAR-OPS.
c. CRC is mainly used for in-flight crew rest during LRV flights and augmented crew operations.
The aircraft CRC is for the use of the operating crew only.
d. However, on non-LRV flights, the Commander may authorize rest when all the below conditions
are met:
• In ditching, two ABP’s should be ready and waiting on the raft to assist with patient.
4. Infants
• The infant will be evacuated by the guardian who will hold the baby in his/her arms while
sliding.
8.10.8.1 A320
ESK
ELT MP FL FAK (only on aircraft
with slide/raft)
L1 (CM) ● ● ● ●
L2 ● ● ● ●
R1 ● ● ●
R2A ●* ● ●
8.10.8.2 A321
ESK
ELT MP FL FAK (only on aircraft
with slide/raft)
L1 (CM) ● ● ● ●
R2 ● ● ●
L3 ●
L4 ● ● ● ●
R4A ●* ● ●
8.10.8.3 A330
L2 / L3 ● ● ●*
R1 / R2 / R3 / R4 ● ●*
AIRBUS A330/A340
FLEET REGISTRATION
Aircraft Type / Variation: A330-200 (2 Class)
Registration Number: A6-EYD, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O,
P, Q, R, S, T, U
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The A340-500 A6-EHB, C are no longer under Etihad Airways’ Air Operator Certificate
(AOC). Information relating to this fleet are no longer applicable, however will remain in
this chapter of the SEPM and in the CCQRH until the next revision,
If no history of anaphylaxis
− Obtain the AED but to be kept out of sight from the
casualty
− Contact MedLink without delay
The EpiPen Auto-Injector contains epinephrine (adrenaline) and is used to treat anaphylaxis
or a severe life-threatening allergic reaction. The EpiPen can be found in the EMK.
Cabin crew will only use the EpiPen if instructed to do so by MedLink and there is no medical
professional on board to administer this injection. It can be given to bare skin or through
the clothing.
1. Grasp the EpiPen around the middle, keeping your fingers and thumb away from the
ends. Place the black tip on the casualty’s upper outer thigh at a right angle.
2. Remove the grey safety cap (this will arm the EpiPen ready for use).
3. Press the injector firmly against the casualty’s outer thigh until the EpiPen makes a
‘click’, holding it in place for 10 seconds to allow the medication to be fully released.
4. Massage the injection site
5. Dispose of the EpiPen in the sharps box.
A Restraining Kit (RK) is available in the cabin and can be used when the need to restrain
an unruly passenger arises, only after taking the Commander's approval.
For further details on when to use the RK, refer to 10.4.10.2.2 Restraint.
Pre-flight Check
The number of restraining devices required for a flight is 4. When at an outstation, should
the quantity of restraining devices be less than 4, SCCM must notify the Commander and
raise an entry in the CML. This is to ensure replenishment is readily available upon arrival
and to avoid delays to succeeding flights.
The restraining device consists of two plastic looped straps attached by a connector.
The handcuff key, included in the restraining kit, shall be used to loosen or release the
restraining device. To loosen or release, insert the handcuff key in the slot and turn
clockwise. Only in the event that the handcuff key cannot unlock the restraining device,
crew to use the cutter available in the restraining kit to cut the straps.
The restraining device is reusable. After using the restraining device, SCCM shall ensure
that it is appropriately checked (if it is still usable), disinfected and re-stowed in the
pouch installed in the designated area in the aircraft cabin. For cleaning, disinfectant
spray or wipes may be used. If the restraining device is defective, no longer usable or
retained by the police, SCCM shall record in a CSR and raise an entry in the CML.
Partially seal the first restraint to resemble a large loop. A second restraint to be threaded
through the first loop and then partially sealed to create a second large loop thus creating
two interlocking loops resembling a set of ‘handcuffs’ as shown below.
The Extension Seat Belt (ESB) is used for securing oversize passengers. It is a one-piece
seat belt provided with a buckle at one end and a tongue on the other end.
Standard extension seat belt for use on seats not fitted with
airbag seat belts
Airbag extension seat belt for use only on seats fitted with
airbag seat belts. This type of extension seat belt must be
used when securing an infant using a child car seat or when
using an ISB to deactivate the airbag system
Extension seat belt for use with 3-point seat belt. This type
has a pin next to the seat belt buckle
Warning: Standard and airbag extension seat belts cannot be used interchangeably.
Pre-flight Check
At arrival copies of the checked passenger manifest must be available on board the aircraft to
be given to the authorities (police, customs).
C. Exit row seating assignments
Exit row seats are the outboard seats which permit direct access to emergency exits. (e.g.
passengers can proceed directly to the exit without entering an aisle or passing around an
obstruction). Centre seats – in the area between two opposite exits – are not considered as
exit row seats.
At the time of passenger check-in, only those passengers who appear reasonably fit, strong and
able to assist the rapid evacuation of the aircraft in an emergency shall be allocated seats which
permit direct access to emergency exits. Persons of reduced mobility shall not be allocated
seats where their presence could impede the crew in their duties, obstruct access to emergency
equipment or impede the emergency evacuation of the aircraft.
Self-help emergency exits seats are exit row seats which do not require a cabin crew seated
next to it. Where possible, one ABP should be seated adjacent to each self-help emergency
exit for taxi, take-off and landing to open the exit, when required.
Passengers assigned an exit row seat who, prior to boarding, decide they wish to be reseated,
will be issued another seat assignment in a non-exit row without question and without being
required to disclose the reason for requesting reseating.
The following categories of passengers are among those who are not permitted to occupy seats
which permit direct access to emergency exits:
• Passengers who cannot understand the English language or cabin crew briefing
• Passengers suffering from obvious physical or mental handicap to the extent that they
would have difficulty in moving quickly in an emergency if asked to do so
• Passengers who are either substantially blind or substantially deaf to the extent that they
might not readily assimilate printed or given verbal instructions
• Passengers who because of age or sickness are so frail that they have difficulty in moving
quickly and passengers who are younger than 18 years of age
• Passengers who are so obese that they would have difficulty in moving quickly or reaching
and passing through the adjacent emergency exit
• Deportees (DEPO), inadmissible (INAD) or prisoners in custody
• Passengers traveling with falcons
• Pregnant women
D. Boarding
Passenger boarding may only commence upon provision of boarding clearance unless auto
boarding process is applicable.
7.2.3.1 Children and Infants, Sick Passengers and Passengers with Reduced Mobility
(PRM's) (OM-A 8.2.5.1)
An infant is a minor between 7 days and under 2 years of age, not having reached their 2nd birthday.
The maximum number of infants that can be carried on EY aircraft are as follows:
– Festive Crackers
– Party Poppers
– Any article containing explosives
– Inflated balloons
– Electro Shock Weapons (e.g. Tasers)
– Liquid Oxygen Devices
Personal medical oxygen devices containing liquid oxygen as a primary or secondary source of
oxygen are prohibited on the passengers person, in checked and carry-on baggage.
Any item or product that contains a dangerous goods component such as battery(ies) which is
subjected to a recall by the manufacturer for safety reasons are strictly prohibited, unless the recalled
product/component has been replaced or repaired or otherwise made safe as per manufacturer
instructions
Security search shall be completed in each minimum cabin crew’s area of responsibility for
each aircraft type. The areas which are required to be searched are as follows:
• Cabin
– Cabin floor areas, ceiling, walls (side and rear) and bulkhead panels
– Passenger and cabin crew seats
– Safety equipment stowage including lifejacket stowage
– Magazine stowage
– Cabin divider curtains
– Video compartments
– Baby bassinets and stowage
– OHSC and all accessible stowage
Note: The mirrors in some OHSC are only partially efficient. Cabin crew must
ensure that they have full visibility of the entire area and its contents.
• Galley
– Entrance area
– Stairwell, if applicable
– Floor and stowage areas
– Escape hatch, if applicable
– Individual bunks and all accessible stowage
(f) For all-cargo aircraft operations, the Loadmaster, as a minimum, shall conduct the search in
the following instances:
(i) Initial boarding of the aircraft at the beginning of every route operated by an individual
Loadmaster (i.e. on initial departure from AUH);
(ii) On change of Loadmaster at any station down route;
(iii) If the aircraft has been left unattended at any time at any station;
(iv) If the aircraft has been sealed and left unattended at any station down route, it will not
be necessary to complete a security check as long as the person sealing the aircraft is
the same person who breaks the seals on re-entering the aircraft. If the seals have been
broken or tampered with, in any way, then a full security check must be completed;
(v) When aircraft is under actual or potential threat situation while inflight.
Flight crew – Security search of flight deck compartment and exterior of the
aircraft to include wheel wells, fuselage, wings and engines.
– Commander to sign the Certificate of Aircraft Security Search
(CASS).
The form may be accessed from the Safety & Quality intranet
and/or this link: Certificate of Aircraft Security Search EY031
– Report to NOC/SOC or the relevant authority (through Airport
Manager/Delegate or ATC), as applicable, if a left-behind item
or suspicious/threat object has been located during the search.
Cabin crew During pre-passenger boarding security search, cabin crew shall
conduct the following:
– Cabin - 100% visual check using the spiral technique, i.e. by
row from bottom to top (from floor level, to the seats, to OHSC).
– Passenger Seats - physical search of 5 passenger seats in
each area of responsibility which include:
• Physical search of life jacket stowage (if stowage is
sealed, seal is not to be broken)
• Opening of tray table
• Physical search seat/seat area – under the pillow, side of
seat, under the seat, under the seat cushion (for Sogerma
seats), etc
• Physical search of seat pocket
– All accessible compartments in the cabin, galley and lavatory
including crew rest compartments (if applicable) - 100%
opening and visual check. For non-US flights, if security
stickers are still intact, these are to be removed and the
stowage opened.
– Baby bassinets - If sealed with a yellow seal, there is no
requirement to break the seal to conduct a security search.
If not sealed or sealed with a different color seal, open the
carrier bag and conduct a visual check.
– Spare seat cover pouch - If sealed with a yellow seal or with
a black seal if used ex-outstation, there is no requirement to
break the seal to conduct security search.
– Catering security procedures are outlined in Chapter 10.3.10.
passenger to refrain from the action, emphasizing that such behaviour could jeopardize the
safety of the flight or such behaviour causes inconvenience to other passengers
Example: “I am issuing you with a Formal Verbal Warning as you failed to adhere to reminder
provided earlier. Please discontinue this type of action or behaviour.”
(2) Written Warning: Where verbal warning fails to bring about the necessary improvement in
a passenger's conduct, the CM/CS should consider recommending to the Commander that
the passenger be issued with a Written Warning. Written Warning forms are available in the
Cabin Forms Folder. Such warnings may only be issued with the express permission of the
Commander. The Written Warning may be signed by the CM/CS on behalf of the Commander.
Written Warning forms are also available in the Forms Folder in the flight deck.
An example of crew statement when issuing may be, “On behalf of the Commander, I am now
issuing you with a Written Warning as you have repeatedly failed to adhere to crew instructions.”
When issued, the CM must attach a picture of the warning letter to the CSR. The second
copy (paper) must be handed to the flight crew for submission in the Flight Documents Return
Bag. For reference, a sample of the form is available in Safety & Quality site on the Etihad
intranet.
10.4.10.2.2 Restraint
(a) Requirements
(b) Application
i. Cabin crew with the restraining device should seek assistance from other cabin crew or
preferably ABPs who are not involved in conflict with the unruly/disruptive passenger and
are willing to help, thus avoiding injury to the cabin crew in case of resistance.
ii. A minimum of 4 ABPs is required, and the cabin crew shall brief the ABPs of the situation
and the plan of action.
iii. When restraining an unruly/disruptive/violent passenger, the element of surprise should be
used as an advantage, therefore, the cabin crew should show no signs of what they are
about to do to the person who is about to be restrained.
iv. An ideal situation for restraining an unruly/disruptive/violent passenger would be:
– Cabin light is illuminated in and around the area where the unruly/disruptive/violent
passenger to be restrained in located
– The unruly/disruptive/violent passenger to be restrained is seated
– The area around the unruly/disruptive/violent passenger is clear of other passengers
– Engage the unruly/disruptive/violent passenger in a conversation to divert attention
v. Following points should be carried out as much as practicable before the restraining takes
place:
– If injuries occur to cabin crew, ABPs, restrained passenger or other passengers during
the restraining process, cabin crew shall attend to it immediately
– Cabin Manager (CM) or Cabin Senior (CS) to complete a Cabin Safety Report (CSR),
to include written witness statements, Written Warning issued, etc.
– Keep the restrained passenger under constant monitoring either by posting a cabin
crew or an ABP to do so
– All pieces of evidence shall be collected and recorded (i.e. photographs of injuries,
items used by the unruly/disruptive/violent passenger to threatened, witness written
statements, etc.)
– CM/CS to appraise the Commander the full details of the restraining process
– Commander shall ask police to meet the flight so that the restrained passenger can
be handed over to police custody
– Once the aircraft is on ground, cabin crew shall ensure all passengers remain seated
until police disembark the restrained passenger
– Upon handing over restrained passenger to police custody, CM/CS shall request
police to use their (police) own restraining device, if possible and CM/CS shall remove
the aircraft restraining device. However, in the event that police requires passenger
to be kept restrained, the aircraft restraining device will not be removed.
– Commander is encouraged to press charges against the restrained passenger
– Crewmembers (flight deck and cabin crew) are encourage to give statements to police
to assist in securing a conviction against the unruly/disruptive/violent passenger
– Etihad management shall provide all necessary support for its crewmembers for them
to assist the authorities in securing a conviction against the unruly/disruptive/violent
passenger
vii. Precautions:
– During the restraining process, the restraints should not be pulled too tight restricting
the blood flow in the arms of the restrained passenger. If this happens, the restraint
device should be loosened or replaced immediately
– Even if the restrained passenger is verbally abusive, he/she shall not be gagged,
sedated, abused, assaulted or teased
– The restrained passenger shall be served food and non-alcoholic beverages if
requested and to be assisted by a cabin crew or ABP to eat
– Restrained passenger shall not be served any alcoholic beverage
– Request by the restrained passenger to use the lavatory shall be declined. Instead, a
blanket shall be used to cover him/her on the seat to provide privacy in extreme cases
where he/she cannot hold himself/herself
– All efforts shall be exercised to remain courteous and respectful to the restrained
passenger
– A restrained passenger shall not be released except in the event of a planned
emergency, or a serious medical emergency. e.g. cardiac arrest where CPR and
defibrillation needs to be performed. In doing so, cabin crew shall brief the restrained
passenger why is he/she being released, and 2 ABPs shall be assigned to monitor
the passenger. The handcuff key or cutter, included in the restraining kit, shall be
used to release the restraining device.
10.4.10.2.3 Reporting
(a) Such incident must be immediately reported to the Network Operations Center who will notify
the AVSEC Operation Center (SOC) Duty Manager.
(b) Cabin Manager to complete a Cabin Safety Report (CSR) and/or the Commander an Air Safety
Report whenever:
i. a passenger's conduct while aircraft is in-flight is believed to have contravened the law;
ii. a passenger's behaviour potentially or actually jeopardised the safety of the aircraft or of
any person or property on board;
iii. A passenger's behaviour jeopardised the good order and discipline on board the aircraft.
(c) The Cabin Safety Report and/or Air Safety Report must be completed prior to the arrival of the
aircraft at point of destination where the unruly/disruptive/violent passenger is to be handed to
authorities. The report should contain:
INSTRUCTION:
A modification will be carried by removing all equipment that enables extended over water operations from
A6-EIC, I, K and transferring them to A6-EIS, V, X as per the table below. The modification is scheduled to
commence on 21 February 2021 with the first aircraft re-entering service on 22 February.
FOLLOW UP PLAN:
The modification is scheduled to be completed on 27 February 2021.
The SEPM and CCQRH will be updated in the next revision.
REFERENCE:
SEPM: 6.4.7, 14.18, 14.19
CCQRH: 1.6.13, 1.6.14
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INSTRUCTION:
These flights have been established to allow continued operation where layovers are not allowed by the
destination country or it is deemed too hazardous to allow crew layovers. The flights conducted under this
variation have been carefully assessed with the objective of ensuring that safety levels are maintained to the
highest levels and ensure that fatigue is controlled.
Each flight has been assessed individually, and specific operating elements considered in its development.
All flights operated under the provisions of this variation will be crewed with Crew A and Crew B for flight
deck and Crew C, D or E for cabin crew. Flights under this special variation will be depicted on the roster with
a prefix of the crew assignment e.g. A11- LHR is Crew A operating to LHR.
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Onboard rest
B787 flights - Flight Crew rest is taken in designated Flat Bed Seat in Business Class and Cabin Crew is
taken rest in the OFAR.
B777 Flights - Flight Crew rest is taken in FCRC whilst Cabin Crew in taken in the OFAR.
• On passenger flights the SCCM must be in possession of the In-Flight Crew Rest Charts for both sectors
and must ensure rest allocation is complied with. SCCM shall make service adjustments to enable cabin crew
achieve the required in-flight rest and shall submit an OCR. During inflight rest periods, SCCM shall reallocate
the workload so cabin crew can assist in other cabins, when required.
• Standard CRC bunks are provided for all crew except on the B787 where designated Flat Bed Seats in
Business Class are allocated for flight crew rest and the CRC is allocated for cabin crew rest.
• If CRC is not available, Flat Bed Seats in First or Business Class must be provided for Flight Crew and
Cabin Crew.
Reporting
In the interests of safety and continuous improvement, commanders shall file a Flight Operations Report
(FOR) for all flights conducted under this approval with the subject “Turnaround flight/Enhanced crew”
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FOLLOW UP PLAN:
This Bulletin will be updated as necessary to include additional safety and operational considerations.
A full special flight variation scheme will be published.
REFERENCE:
OM-A Chapter 7
GCAA SD 2020-06 - Issue 2
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