Textron GSE 660-28 - 4: FOD - Foreign Object Debris; Figure Safety-2-3: Equipment Restraint Area

Safety - 2 - 4 CD397-Oper
June 2019 (Rev C)
Mobile Belt Loader Model 660-28 Safety
Operation Manual Section 2
2.1.1.3EquipmentRestraintArea&EquipmentRestraintLine
The Equipment Restraint Area (ERA) is defined as the area of the apron in which an aircraft is parked
during ground operations. It may be indicated by a painted line.
The illustration below provides an example of the markings used in some locations.
FigureSafety-2-3:EquipmentRestraintArea
The ERA must be free of obstructions and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) before and during aircraft arrival
and departure.
2.1.1.4FOD-ForeignObjectDebris
NOTE:
If no markings exist, local procedures must establish safe parking areas, etc.
CAUTION:
Results of FOD:
Foreign object debris may be sucked into aircraft engines causing damage leading
to engine failure. This is especially critical if it occurs in flight, particularly during
the take-off phase.
FOD can damage tires, the undercarriage, control systems and other parts of the
airframe which can lead to in-flight failures.
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