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Which chapters have DFO approvals listed?
What does the acronym GMO stand for in this document?
Which chapters do not have any approvals listed?
Which chapter references HKCAD approvals specifically?
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What is the relationship between Chapters 13 and 14 regarding approvals?
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What do Group Manuals primarily contain?
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Which type of manuals includes cross-departmental and multi-functional policies?
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What is the primary focus of Departmental Manuals?
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Which part of the operational manual focuses on non-type-related operational policies?
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What distinguishes Part B: Aircraft Operating Matters from Part A?
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Which of the following is true regarding the content of Organisational Manuals?
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In what way do Group Manuals differ from Departmental Manuals?
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What is the primary purpose of manuals supporting operations, maintenance, and security?
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What type of document is the 'Autoland Discrepancy Report' categorized under?
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Which document is specifically listed for the Airbus A350?
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In the context of Boeing document titles, what does 'PL' signify?
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What is the ownership category for the 'Cabin Odour Reporting Sheet'?
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Which report provides feedback about the flight crew's expenses?
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What does the document 'Refuel Record Form' primarily address?
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Which type of procedures are outlined in the 'In-flight Contingency Procedures in Oceanic Airspace' document?
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What is the purpose of the 'Security Search Checklist – Cabin'?
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Which title denotes a document for reporting a suspected bomb onboard?
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What does the 'Commander's Discretion Report' allow the commander to adjust?
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Which document focuses on feedback related to flight operations manuals?
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What is the primary function of the 'PA Announcement – Emergency Landing/Ditching' documents?
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Which document is specifically crafted for the Boeing 777 cockpit?
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What must be lodged with the HKCAD FOI.OPS according to the 747-8F Aircraft Safety Briefing Card references?
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Which document requires HKCAD acceptance for changes only in policies and procedures to Section 7.1.1?
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Which document outlines the fuel distribution for the 747-8?
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What is the role of the approver in the Employee Relations, Strategy & Analytics document?
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What is the role of GMF in connection with approvals according to the documents?
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Which document's ownership is assigned to HFT?
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Which statement is true regarding the 777 Flight Deck Jumpseat Travel Briefing Card?
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In which document does the owner have the designation of COM?
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Which document does not mention the approval acceptance process?
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What is indicated as the approval status for the '747-400 FMC Anomaly Report'?
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Which document mentions that changes to Section 6.3.4 paragraph (1) require HKCAD Approval?
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How are the responsibilities for approvals distributed in the documents?
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Who is the approver for the Flight Technical Services (RNP-AR) Approach Validation Procedure?
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Which document has joint ownership between TM(A) and TM(B)?
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What is the relationship between the document titles and their approval process?
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What is the significance of the English Language Testing Initial and Recurrent documents?
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The Flight Crew People Services document is owned by which designation?
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Which of the following documents does NOT require HKCAD approval?
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Which document involves approval for operations related matters?
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What does the acronym FTM(D) stand for in this context?
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What approval is noted for the English Language Testing provided by IAE?
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How many approvals does the Flight Dispatch document require?
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Study Notes
Administration & Control of Operations Manual
- The document is titled "Administration & Control of Operations Manual - FOP OPS PART A - Introduction" and it's dated 10 Oct 24
- The manual contains policy procedures and requirements for CX (Cathay Pacific Airways) flight operations personnel
- The manual's objective is to ensure safe flight operations
Document Title & Owners
- Each document listed has a title, an owner, an approver, and an approval/acceptance status
- Each document is organized by a specific document title, the owners, and approvers
- The document also details who is responsible for approval and acceptance of various reports and documents
- The document owner approves the document while the approver verifies and validates it
Document Approvals
- There are different types of approvals: HKCAD (Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department), Other, and GMGSORM (General Manager – Ground Support & Ramp Operations)
- The "Approval or Acceptance" column indicates if the document requires approval or acceptance from HKCAD and others
- An "Other" approval indicates approval from other associated entities involved with the document
- GMGSORM approvals are relevant for FDAT (Flight Data Analysis Team) related requirements
- For instance, Chapter 14 requires approval from GMGSORM
Document Types
- Documents span a range of topics related to flight operation, safety, and security.
- Documents types include:
- Cockpits Documents
- Maintenance Reports
- Cabin Odour Reports
- Commander Reports
- Discrepancy Reports
- Crew Expense Claims
- Flight Folder Feedback Reports
- Fuel Spill Reporting
- Security Search Checklists
- Suspected Poisoning Questionnaires
- Emergency PA Announcements
Manual Hierarchy
- The manual hierarchy consists of three groups: group manuals, organizational manuals, and departmental manuals
- Group manuals regulate high-level procedures and policies, applicable to multiple airlines
- Organizational manuals contain information about organizational design, functional inter-relationships, policies, and procedures
- Departmental manuals detail the structure and function of a specific department
Manual Organization
- Part A of the Operations Manual details policies, procedures, and instructions related to flight operations
- Part B of the Operations Manual focuses on type-related instructions and procedures for safe aircraft operations
Chapter Ownership
- Chapters 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12 are owned by the respective departments. Each department has its own owners and approvers
- Chapter 8 requires approval from HKCAD
- Chapters 7, 8, and 11 require approval from GMO (General Manager – Operations)
- Chapter 11 requires approval from DFO (Director of Flight Operations)
- Chapter 14 requires approval from GMA (General Manager – Air Operations)
- Chapters 10, 12, and 13 are owned by HLO (Head of Line Operations) and require approval from GMO
Flying Training Organisation (FTM(D))
- FTM(D) is responsible for a variety of flying training documents
- The FTM(D) owner is HFT
- The FTM(D) Approval requires no acceptance by HKCAD or other organizations
- Documents include:
- Integrated Policy and Standards Manual – Flight Training Adelaide Appendix (IPSM)
- A320 Simplified Checklist for MCC Course
- Airbus Simplified SOP for MCC Course
Crew Resources
- Crew Operations manual owner is COM
- Crew Scheduling manual owner is CSM
- Both are approved by HCSO
- Neither require HKCAD or other acceptance
EFB Administration
- EFBA is the manual owner
- EFB Administration manual is approved by HLO
Employee Relations, Strategy & Analytics
- HERSA and FOP own this manual
- GMA approves
- No HKCAD acceptance needed
English Language Testing
- HFT is the manual owner
- GMF approves
- ASPEQ, HKYAA and IAE provide the testing service
- Acceptance required by GMF only
Other Policy and Procedures
- CP(A)/CP(B) approves the Fleet Office manual
- TM(A)/TM(B) and CP(A)/CP(B) approves Fleet Technical Office manual
- FCL&PIM and CP(A) approves Flight Crew Induction and Licensing manuals
- HFCPS and GMA approve the Flight Crew People Services manual
- FDM and HLO approves the Flight Dispatch manual
- PM and GMO approves the Flight Publishing & Flight Library manual
Flight Technical Services
- HFTS and GMO approve the Flight Technical Services manuals
- GMO is the owner
- Several manuals require HKCAD acceptance for specific sections:
- Airworthiness Flight Test of Aircraft
- FFS Initial Evaluation
- FFS Recurrent Evaluation
- HKCAD Evaluation Approval Qualification Pre-Requisites
- The manual for Required Navigation Performance – Authorization Required (RNP-AR) Approach Validation Procedure needs no HKCAD approval
Flying Training Development
- FTMD and HFT approve the Flying Training Development manual
Flight Training Office
- HFT and GMF approve the Flying Training Office manual
- CGI and HFT approve the Flying Training Organisation – Cadet Training manual
General Manager Flying – Discretionary Appointment of Direct Entry First Officer Narrow-Body Fleet
- HFT and GMF approve the General Manager Flying – Discretionary Appointment of Direct Entry First Officer Narrow-Body Fleet manual
Integrated Operations Centre (IOC)
- GMO/GMIOC approve the Integrated Operations Centre (IOC) manual
- GMO approval required for AOC related matters
- GMIOC approval required for non-AOC related matters
Line Operations
- LOM owns the manual with approval by HLO
Management of Crew Resource Management (CRM) Training Programme
- FTMD and HFT approve the Management of Crew Resource Management (CRM) Training Programme manual
Operations Development
- ODM owns manual with approval by HFTS
- Requires HKCAD acceptance for changes in section 6.3.4, specifically paragraph (1) to comply with CAD360, Part 1, Section 5.3.30 (b).(PL 252)
Additional Aircraft Specific Documents
- TM(B) and CP(B) Approve 747-400/747-8 FMC Anomaly Report
- DCP(B) and CP(B) Approve 747-8 Fuel Distribution (PL 263)
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STTM and GMF Approve 747-8F Aircraft Safety Briefing Card (PL 284)
- Requires HKCAD acceptance from Head of INFLT Customer SVC & OPS and ISD INFLT Standards MGR
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STTM and GMF approve 777 Flight Deck Jumpseat Travel Briefing Card (PL 297)
- Requires approval from GMO, CP(B)
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STTM and GMF approve 777-300 (773P) Passenger Safety Briefing Card
- Requires HKCAD acceptance from Head of INFLT Customer SVC & OPS and ISD INFLT Standards MGR
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This quiz covers the 'Administration & Control of Operations Manual' for CX flight operations personnel. It includes policies, procedures, and the approval process necessary to ensure safe flight operations. Understand the roles of document owners and approvers in aviation documentation.