Aircraft Furnishings, Systems, and Terminology PDF

AIRCRAFT FURNISHINGS, SYSTEMS, AND TERMINOLOGY PORTSIDE (PRT)​ The left side of the aircraft from the perspective of a passenger seated facing forward. Starboard Side (STRB)​ The right side of an aircraft from the perspective of a passenger seated facing forward. CABIN​ The interior of the aircra...

AIRCRAFT FURNISHINGS, SYSTEMS, AND TERMINOLOGY PORTSIDE (PRT)​ The left side of the aircraft from the perspective of a passenger seated facing forward. Starboard Side (STRB)​ The right side of an aircraft from the perspective of a passenger seated facing forward. CABIN​ The interior of the aircraft where the passengers are seated. FLIGHT DECK (F/D)​ Also known as the cockpit. The area of the aircraft where controls and navigational equipment are located. The pilot sits in the cockpit. Emergency Doors/ Aircraft Exits ​ A way out of the aircraft during an emergency. ​ Most aircraft doors have two modes of operation: ○​ Disarmed Mode: For normal entry and exit during boarding and deplaning. ○​ Armed Mode: For emergency evacuation. ​ Features in armed mode include slides that inflate when the exit is opened or when a handle is pulled. Placarded Exit Signs ​ Clearly marked exits that will illuminate during emergencies or loss of power supply. ​ Located above doors, overwing exits, and spread throughout the cabin. Floor Proximity Lights​ Lights or markings that illuminate the aisles, guiding passengers to the exits during emergencies or in a smoke-filled cabin. GALLEY​ The area of the aircraft where food and beverages are stored and prepared. Bulkhead​ Partitions separating service classes and different zones of the same service class. Overhead Bins/ Overhead Stowage Bins (OHB/OSB)​ Compartments installed above the seats in an aircraft, meant to store passengers' belongings. Crew Rest Area​ A section of a wide-body aircraft dedicated to cabin crew during breaks and rest. FA Jumpseat/ Cabin Crew Station​ Retractable and foldable seat meant for the cabin crew during takeoff and landing. Passenger Seat Components Passenger Service Unit (PSU)​ The entire unit located above a passenger seat. PSU Components Area Call Panel (ACP) ​ Colored lights attached to the ceiling, doors, and galleys, indicating who requires attention: a passenger, pilot, or cabin crew. ​ ACPs are installed in pairs in the cabin ceiling: ○​ One pair in the FWD section next to the EXIT sign in the lowered ceiling. ○​ Another pair aft in the ECY near the exit sign in the lowered ceiling. ​ Features four individually controlled, illuminated colored fields: ○​ Functions in connection with the call system. ○​ Each color corresponds to a specific call in steady and flashing modes. COMMUNICATION Flight Crew to Attendant Call​ Indicators when Captain to Attendant call is initiated:  1.​ PINK/RED call light on the respective ACP illuminates. 2.​ A GREEN light illuminates on the AIP, and “” is displayed. 3.​ A HI/LO chime sounds. Flight Crew to Attendant Emergency Call​ Indicators when Captain to Attendant Emergency call is initiated: 1.​ PINK/RED call light flashes at all ACPs. 2.​ RED light illuminates on the AIP, and “” is displayed. 3.​ Three HI/LO chimes sound at all stations. Attendant to Captain Call ​ Made by pressing CAPT; “” displays in the AIP. ​ For emergencies: “” flashes on the AIP where the call is made. ATTENDANT INDICATION PANEL (AIP) 1.​ Installed near main attendant stations: ○​ One opposite the FWD attendant seat. ○​ One in the AFT ECY lower ceiling near the AFT right-hand attendant seat. ○​ One above the AFT attendant panel near the AFT left-hand attendant seat. 2.​ Displays messages related to: ○​ Handset operations, passenger calls, smoke detection system, and evacuation alerts. 3.​ Indicators: ○​ GREEN: Communication system alerts for CC. ○​ RED: Emergency information alerts for CC. Inflight Entertainment Equipment (IFE)​ Onboard equipment allowing passengers to watch movies, listen to music, or play electronic games. Lighting and Electrical System​ Systems providing light and power to the cabin and galleys. Cabin crew can control and adjust lighting. WATER/WASTE PAGE ​ Accessed by pressing the A/C symbol, water/waste title, or system function buttons. ​ Water Indication: Filling levels of the water tank are shown on the FAP: ○​ 100% = Full ○​ 75% = ¾ Full ○​ 50% = ½ Full ○​ 25% = ¼ Full ​ Waste Indication: Filling levels of the waste tank are displayed on the FAP. Water Systems​ Provide potable water for consumption and hot/cold water to the lavatories and galleys. Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)​ An alternate or backup power source located in the empennage, used while the aircraft is on the ground. Ground Power Unit (GPU)​ A portable power source providing power to the aircraft when the APU and engines are not in operation. Cargo Hold​ Space for storing cargo in the aircraft. Airline Acronyms and Abbreviations ​ ABP (Able-Bodied Person): Healthy individuals without conditions limiting mobility. ​ Aircraft (A/C) ​ FWD (Forward): Front section of the aircraft. ​ AFT (Aft): Rear section of the aircraft. ​ ETD (Estimated Time of Departure): Expected departure time. ​ ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival): Expected arrival time. ​ ATD (Actual Time of Departure): Exact departure time. ​ ATA (Actual Time of Arrival): Exact arrival time. Ramp Agent (RA)​ Handles aircraft marshaling, loading/unloading, servicing, and other ground operations. Passenger Categories Child (CHD) ​ Age 2–12: ○​ Below 8: Not accepted unaccompanied. ○​ 8–12: May travel unaccompanied, subject to airline conditions. Unaccompanied Minor (UM) ​ Age 8–12, not under custody of anyone aged 12 or above. ​ Limit: 1 UM per Cabin Crew. Wheelchair (WCHR) ​ WCHC (Wheelchair for Cabin): Completely immobile; needs assistance with all movements. ​ WCHR (Wheelchair for Ramp): Can ascend/descend steps but requires assistance over distances. ​ WCHS (Wheelchair for Steps): Cannot ascend/descend steps but can move independently. CREW ROLES Cabin Crew ​ In charge of safety, comfort, and well-being of passengers. Do instructions given by pilots/co-pilots. Deadhead (DH) ​ Transport of staff on passenger flights to position them for duties. Flight Purser (FP) ​ Oversees flight attendants, ensures passenger safety. completes detailed reports, and verifies all safety procedures are followed. Senior Cabin Crew (SCC) ​ Leads cabin crew team, ensures passenger safety, conducts briefings, and files flight reports. Captain (CAPT) ​ Holds final decisions over aircraft operations and ensures crew/passenger safety. First Officer (F/O) ​ Aka co-pilot, second in command to the captain and assists in flight preparations, assumes command if Captain is incapacitated. Second Officer (S/O) ​ Third in command, used on long flights for pilot rest cycles. Mostly needed for intl. segments