FLIGHT OPERATIONS SAFETY BULLETIN

July 6, 2000

In the last month, we have seen an increase in wingtip "strikes" while being parked or being marshaled out. From a sagety perspective, I wanted to make sure that everyone recognizes any situation where the wigtips are getting close to 3 feet of each other. If you find yourself in this situation, then a wing walker should be present. Keep in mind that a wingtip should never get within 3 feet of an obstruction even with a wing walkeer. Section 6 of the G.O.M. requires station personnel to be stationed at the wingtip if clearances become small. The second and final reference that I would point out is G.O.M. section 6; paragraph 6.7 D, the last sentence. This guidance talks about stopping the aircraft if any doubt exist regarding the safe outcome of the maneuver, then the aircraft should be stopped. If anyone has any questions or comments regarding this subject, please don't hesitate to call or stop by.

Capt. Matt Conrad
Manager of Flight Operations Safety
Phone: 314-429-9801
Fax: 314-429-9808
Pager: 877-499-2973