Draxon VR Training SyllabusPerforming Hand Signals: Exam
Virtual RealityDuration
4–5 Minutes
Training Type
Initial Training
IATA Standard
IATA AHM 1110, Edition 46 & IATA IGOM, Edition 14
Languages
English, German, Dutch, Spanish, French, Greek, Arabic
Description
Tests the trainee's ability to perform ramp hand signals from memory, drawing on the full set covered in the Recognizing and Performing lessons. Ten signals are selected at random and performed independently. Graded scoring rewards genuine, unaided recall of each signal's correct form and motion.
Exam Overview
- 1Perform 10 hand signals from memory, selected at random from those covered in the Recognizing and Performing lessons
- 2Hold static signals and repeat dynamic signals with the correct form for each
- 3If unsure, request help to have a colleague demonstrate the signal once (half a point), or skip it (no points)
- 4A minimum score of 80% (8 out of 10 points) is required to pass
Skills Acquired
- Perform ramp hand signals from memory with the correct form, hold, and repetition for each
- Recall the meaning and execution of movement, equipment connection, power, and pushback signals
- Distinguish signals with opposite meanings to avoid conveying the wrong command
- Demonstrate readiness to signal reliably to drivers and flight crews on the ramp
Exam Procedure
- The exam presents 10 hand signals one at a time, selected at random from the eligible pool; each must be performed from memory, holding static signals and repeating dynamic signals as required.
- If unsure how to perform a signal, the trainee can request help — a colleague then stands in front and demonstrates it once — and can still earn half a point by performing it correctly afterwards.
- A signal can also be skipped, which scores no points and counts as incorrect.
- Each signal scores one point performed unaided, half a point after help, or zero if skipped; a total of 8 out of 10 points (80%) is required to pass.
Sample Hand Signals
- Attention & Take Command
- Forward Movement
- Backward Movement
- Turn Right
- Turn Left
- Lift
- Lower
- Accompanied Movement
- Indicate Distance
- Stop
- OK
- Negative
- Slow Down
- Interrupt Power Source
- Stop Engine
- To Connect
- To Disconnect
- To Connect Ground Power
- To Disconnect Ground Power
- Interphone
- Air Up
- Change of Pushback Direction
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