CONDITIONS

You are a new Flight Line Marshaller trainee and need to learn to interact with aircraft and aircrews on the flight line to refuel aircraft safely and efficiently to support mission operations.

OBJECTIVE

The student will be able to safely fuel a CAP aircraft for use on a mission.

TRAINING AND EVALUATION

Training Outline

1. Safe expeditious work is necessary for a smooth running flight line. Fueling aircraft is one of the primary duties of flight line personnel.
1. Never approach an aircraft while the prop is turning
2. Make sure the chocks are in place to prevent the aircraft from moving while you are working
3. Ground the aircraft to the fueling pump before beginning your work
4. Use foot/hand holds to access the fueling points
5. Only add fuel to the level indicated. DO NOT OVERFILL
6. Be mindful of spillage as aviation fuels present environmental hazards
7. Replace the fuel caps before moving away from the fueling points
8. Document how much fuel was taken on

Additional Information

More detailed information on this topic is available in the Mission Flight Line Reference Text.

Evaluation Preparation

Setup:

Present the student with several opportunities to interact with flight crews and refuel aircraft.

Brief Student:

Safety and efficiency are requirements for Flight Line Operations. Utilize the briefing and checklist to refuel and aircraft.

Evaluation

Student must receive a pass on all performance measures to qualify in this task. If the individual fails any measure, show what was done wrong and how to do it correctly.