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Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
Edited By Matthew C. Keegan
Subpart H--Training
Sec. 135.349 - Flight attendants: Initial and transition ground training.
Initial and transition ground training for flight attendants must include instruction in at least the following--
(a) General subjects--
(1) The authority of the pilot in command; and
(2) Passenger handling, including procedures to be followed in handling
deranged persons or other persons whose conduct might jeopardize safety.
(b) For each aircraft type--
(1) A general description of the aircraft emphasizing physical
characteristics that may have a bearing on ditching, evacuation, and
inflight emergency procedures and on other related duties;
(2) The use of both the public address system and the means of
communicating with other flight crewmembers, including emergency means
in the case of attempted hijacking or other unusual situations; and
(3) Proper use of electrical galley equipment and the controls for cabin heat and ventilation. Comments: These are the standard requirements for a flight attendant taking any type of initial or transition training. Please note that medical and culinary training are not part of the requirements. Useful, but not required. |
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