Cabin Operations
This section outlines the standard procedures for cabin operations at Air Virtual Air Canada Airline.Door Arming & Security
- Door Arming: Cross-check pairs (L1/R1, etc.) after passenger boarding is complete
- Security Search: Required on aircraft’s first flight of the day and after security threat level Yellow+
- All doors must be properly secured before taxi
Passenger Briefings
All flights must include safety demonstrations that cover:- Seat belt usage and requirements
- Emergency exit locations and operation
- Electronic device policy
- No-smoking policy
- Oxygen mask procedures (when applicable)
- Life vest location and usage (when applicable)
Cabin Secure Calls
The cabin must be secured and reported to the flight deck:- Completed by 3 minutes before push-back
- Confirmed prior to takeoff
- Reconfirmed after go-around if applicable
Seat-belt Sign Operation
| Phase | Seat-belt Sign | Cabin Call |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi-out | ON | ”Cabin secure” |
| Cruise smooth | OFF | — |
| Light turbulence | ON | ”Cabin crew, be seated” |
| Severe turbulence | ON | ”Cabin crew, take seats IMMEDIATELY” |
Sterile Cockpit Periods
Cabin crew must observe sterile cockpit procedures during:- Taxi
- Takeoff and climb below 10,000 ft
- Approach and landing below 10,000 ft
Emergency Procedures
In the event of an emergency, cabin crew should:- Secure themselves in nearest available seats
- Prepare the cabin for emergency landing/ditching if time permits
- Review emergency evacuation procedures
- Assist passengers with special needs
- Direct evacuation if necessary, ensuring all passengers leave the aircraft
Cabin Service Standards
While not a safety requirement, cabin service should mirror Air Canada standards where possible:- Short-Haul (less than 2 hours): Beverage service, light snack
- Medium-Haul (2-4 hours): Beverage service, meal service
- Long-Haul (more than 4 hours): Multiple meal services, mid-flight snacks, pre-arrival service
Communication with Flight Deck
- Use interphone for routine communications
- Use established phrases for emergency communications
- Inform flight deck of any unusual situations in the cabin
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