Aircraft Marshalling and Ramp Hand Signals

Upon completing this course you will have the skills to:

• Identify the importance of efficient communication between ground personnel and cockpit crew
• Repeat arm and hand signals during maneuvering of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) around the aircraft
• Translate key message into industry standard signals for safe and effective communications during aircraft movements at the ramp area

Course content

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• Guide person hand signals for GSE
• Aircraft movement hand signals for headset operator
• Aircraft movement hand signals for wingwalker, headset operator/tug driver
• Marshalling hand signals for aircraft
• Technical/servicing hand signals–ground staff to flight crew
• Technical/servicing hand signals–flight crew to ground staff

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

• Airside traffic personnel
• Aircraft Marshallers
• Ramp services personnel
• Catering airside delivery personnel

Certificate awarded

Upon successful completion of the exam/assessment, you will be awarded a Certificate that you can print for your records.

Exam/Assessment information

• Method:  The exam/assessment can be taken at any time at your convenience.
• Format: 15 multiple-choice questions
• Time allowance: 30 minutes
• Passing grade: 80% correct answers
• Number of exam attempts: 3

Fees

Tuition: 2200

Admission 300

IATA exam: USD 150