How to "Jump Start" an Airbus A320 at Terminal Gate
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- Опубликовано: 3 апр 2024
- In this video we show the procedure for an "Air Start" of engine #1 of an Airbus A320 while parked at the terminal gate.
"Air Starts" occur when the plane's auxiliary power united (APU) is inoperable. The aircraft cannot start its engines when the APU is not operable.
These types of "air starts" are rare and require a lot of safety procedures due to the extreme danger of having one of the jet engines running so close to the terminal gate and near ramp workers.
Prior accidents that have claimed the lives of ramp works have occurred in other airports during an "air start" when ramp worker went too close to the "ingestion zone" and were sucked into the engine.
You will notice the "wing-walkers" and the rest of the crew and working to make everyone aware that there is a jet engine running near the terminal.
8:00 Engine #1 Starts
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you got a new sub god belss you. All so I did not get notfiyed of the premier
Is there an Instagram account???
I’m always interested in the behind-the-scenes stuff. What I like the most about this is the human side- how you wave to the crew and im sure they wave back. As if to say, “see ya next time, safe flight”. Professional and with pride.
That is absolutely what I think :)
I want to make sure they always leave with some happiness and joy before their journey 😁
Most passengers never see, nor care about, what is happening when their aircraft is pushed out. Knowing what's going on in the cockpit and now what is happening by the ground crew, helps me to appreciate the whole. Great job shooting, glad it wasn't handheld!
Yes! We have a great team out here…and so many little details and work areas to everyone where they need to go 😁
And you're so correct working with a great team makes the biggest difference in the world. I've been doing this job for 32 years and I can say you guys doing awesome job and that is the right way to do an air start And I am so glad to see there are still rap agents like you guys out there that still take pride in their job.
I always think of the work it takes to make these amazing machines carry us safely to our destination. The skill and amazing technology behind just fuelling and getting food and cargo on board takes so much work. Always very grateful to everyone involved.😊😊😊😊😊
@@mikegreeley8563 So you do walk arounds with the doors open and hoses still connected to the aircraft and jet bridge still attached?
I've got an eclectic list of channels that I follow. This, pilots, woodworkers, heavy equipment operators, machinists, tow truck operators, you name it. I enjoy seeing people who are not only skilled in their work or hobby, but also enjoy it enough to record video and share it with the world. Thank you!
Very cool! Thank you!
Any names you'd like to recommend?
WORKED THE RAMP AMERICA WEST AIRLINES IN PHOENIX...NOW AMERICAN AIRLINES...DID 22 YEARS....PRETTY MUCH DID IT ALL BACK THEN...TOO BAD YOU WERNT AROUND THEN...YOUR GOOD AT WHAT YOU DO...
Such a genuine smile, I pray nothing or anyone takes it from her
Thank you 😁
This is awesome! Nothing like the ear piercing scream of an air start to start off a morning.
Just curious when was the ear piercing scream of the air start?
@@davidsmiths5471 many older air start units were incredibly loud. Pair that with the starting of an IAE engine and you were in for a treat
@@nathanaelstedman2801 I understand all that! I can hear airstarts from other gates and from my house which is more then 3 miles away! I guess my point was "What noise"
@@davidsmiths5471You cannot really grasp how loud it is from the video. Air starts are extremely loud. My earmuffs fell off one time and it was borderline ear shattering. You’ve probably never been around planes from your comment, but trust me, they’re extremely loud and high pitched when your 5-10 feet from the engines undoing the air start hose. Being around them in general is loud. It’s shocking how quiet planes are when you’re on them or looking out the glass at the airport, can’t even hear them.
@@cody7068 So by your response,you did not read my comments! Yes I understand every part of ramp operations! And by your response maybe you should not be around aircraft! Because the only thing you should be hearing when unhooking the hose is the running engine!
I love the moment when you smile and say goodbye to the pilots... you are simply wonderful... hugs by the thousands for you...
😊 thank you 🙏
What an amazing job you have. And more importantly what a beautiful and warming smile, you have brightened my day here in the uk. Thank you Keith x
Thank you 😁
Bloomin heck... didn't realise how much work the ground crew do just to get one of these things going!! Excellent...
There is a lot going on to get a plane ready to go!
The ground crew wouldn't be doing this.... the mechanics would be doing the airstart...we try to keep rampers from touching the plane if possible....
@@andrewj9831Can I ask which airline?
@@davidsmiths5471 When I worked at ORD/MDW, it was with United, American (AKA America west, US Airways) few regionals, MX contract work (international and limited flights). Now I focus on business jets. However, the main reason why, the rampers/cleaners/fuel/lav are "contracted out" (there and most places airports), so they don't have a lot of training/knowledge, and it caused a lot of issues and damage. For example, not putting on the hose fully, and wham it flies off and causes damage. You would be shocked how many times, I had to fix issues.
@@andrewj9831 Did the same north of ORD! Not maintenance,but everything but CSA,PSA! And I know what you mean! If people knew what actually happens,most people wouldn't fly!
Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes of what goes into turning planes. I flew recently and paid attention to how fast the ground crew unloaded the plane, and prepped it for boarding and departure! Thank you for your hard work.
Oh thank you so much! With a good crew, things should go pretty smoothly, even when there are “hiccups” 😁
Love Aviation.. I did Autobody collision restoration 33 yrs. Its a art what you do.. No mistakes in this feild.. Redoing a air bag system after a collision knowing that car will be safe is on mine shoulders..
Oh that is a big responsibility!!
Love watching your vids. Brings back the memories of when l worked the ramp at Gatwick
That's awesome. Glad you enjoyed it!
Its always fun to watch people do their job with skill and proficiency
It really is!!
This has nothing to do with her! But you might be clueless of what goes on a ramp?
@@davegrundgeiger9063A lot of unsafe practices going on actually
Thank you!
Thank you! 😁
I used to be a ramp agent for Continental/United at IAH. These videos are not only educational but very accurate about life on the ground at a major airport. Keep up good work. You have to do a video about load plans. Weight and balance, to include things that are loaded on planes besides luggage.
Like animals, dry ice, mail, caskets...etc
Good thing your not a ramp! This is the perfect video of an unsafe ramp! This has nothing to do with the person that puts these videos on here because they are trained this way and management lets it go on a daily basis! But actually shows why we have accidents on ramps throughout the US!
@davidsmiths5471 I don't see her doing anything unsafe. She isn't operating the camera, someone else is. She is in communication with the pilot at all times. Her attention is where it needs to be, pushing the aircraft to its start up position. The wing walkers are doing what they are trained to do. It's an easy job that is relatively stress free. You don't bring any of your work home with you. Like any job around aircraft...yes....safety, safety, safety. Now the following is an entirely different story.
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@@postalsaint By your response, you do not work on a ramp,or might be the problem that is on the ramps throught the ramps in the US! Would you like a list?
Great content, keep it coming please. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, will do! 👍😁
That was interesting to see the engine start process, thanks for the video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very cool. Thanks for the video!
Glad you liked it!
there's that beautiful smile :) and you are so good at what you do it amazing to watch you on RUclips :)
Thank you so much!
It must be sooo hot on that Arizona tarmac, especially in the sun. Great job!!!!
In this video…it was still bearable…but this week the the temps are climbing 🔥
A very enjoyable channel. Thank you for sharing what is far from an easy job. Great teamwork. And if your smile doesn't light up the cockpit, I don't know what it would take. I look forward to more episodes :).
Thank you!😀
Hi Jessica, nice work with this A320 Ceo with engines IAE V2500. Just a curiosity, Do you are original from Phoenix? or another city from America? Kisses and regards from São Paulo Brazil.
Thank you!
I love your job! Thanks for showing this side of aviation that us passengers know little about.
Glad you enjoyed it! 😁
You honestly have the Coolest job🙂The kind of job you stay at for 30-40 Years for sure. 💯✈️🛫🙂
We do have a lot of high seniority employees at our station!!
Awesome video and awesome job! Greetings from Puerto Rico
Glad you enjoyed it! 😁👋
Yesterday accidentally came across your channel, your vlogs are absolutely simple and fantastic. Really informative and to see your spirits up high during work - is Inspiring.
Keep rolling the camera - Your channel is about to grow exponentially in coming months!.
Lots of greetings from Germany!!
Glad you like them! Thank you so much! 😁👋
Do you wear thongs
Lady in the tramp do you wear thongs
I subscribed. Love watching you do your thing. Fun to see for a long time traveler.
Thank you for subscribing!
You bet. Very cool to see this process from your perspective. As travelers, we just see it from the windows and take it for granted. A lot goes into it. I’ve always thought it would be very cool to be the one actually moving giant airplanes. Look forward to more. PS - great unique RUclips niche.
Thanks 😁
Gotta love those A320's
So true!
Retired UA Ramp IAH. Love your videos. Would have loved having you on my team.
Rock On! ✈️
Oh thanks! I am sure it would have be fun! 😁
Every day your subscriber count goes up. I’m so proud of you Jess!
Oh thank you! It is crazy! I didn’t know people would be interested in this type of work :)
@@ladyandtheramp It’s not the work, it’s YOU
Great job thanks for sharing 😀
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I was involved in an air start on an airplane a couple days ago. I was kind of nervous because an air start is dangerous. You have to be aware of what engine is running and pay attention to the wing walker signaling that the engine is running.
So true!! The entire crew has to be on high alert! Very aware of what is going on!
Hopefully things went well with your air start 😊
Thank for video. 😉😉😉
You're welcome 😊
Nice work Jessica,..Nice weather too.....is that tug weather proof for when the rain comes down?..or do you hide it undercover?
Those tugs stay outside all year round. Blazing sun or pouring rain 😁
Your work is hard but nice job and your video is knowledge all people.
I appreciate that!
My name is Walberto Senna and I worked for 41 years with Airplanes and retired as Airport Manager
Oh wow! That is amazing! What a career!
Holy cow that is a nice long time at place of employment and a great way too retire on as the airport manager is what I call successful career
What A Career Sir & I Tip My 🎩 Hat Off To You Sir & You Keep Living A Blessed & Happy Life 💯🏅⭐⭐⭐🙏👍👍✌️
thank you for your dedication
Parabéns pelo seu trabalho,feito com garra amor e dedicação ,parabéns .
Thank you!! 😁
do you always need a helper to pin a plane? TX again for the video!!! ALWAYS enjoying the watch!!! :D
Yes. We always have a crew member pull the pin and disconnect the tow bar :)
@@ladyandtheramp80% are unhappy at work: you do belong to the 20% of happy at work! It is really obvious!! :D
😁 I do love my job
@@ladyandtheramp would like to have a co workers like you :)
Boy those more modern air starters sure are quiet! We used to borrow from TWA here at SFO in the 90's and they were NOISY! lol
I was surprised how quiet this one was too! Some of them are noisier…😁
Que bien te defiendes en el trabajo estás guapísima felicidades
Thank you! 😁
In the early 1980’s at Air Canada cargo in yvr we had pickup truck mounted air starts for our dc8-63 and 727 freighters….. the connection point for the 727 air start was at the right rear under #3 engine ,so we would have to back the pickup up fairly close to the rear as the hoses were not very long….. can’t recall if they started #1 or #2 first,but between the airstart and one engine screaming , it was rather intense
That is crazy!! Definitely would get your blood pumping!!
Omg i worked for Envoy and no matter what any Air Start will always scare me.
Yes…it is nerve wracking!
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I like the play on the name of the channel. I worked 4 years on the flight deck (USS Nassau-LHA 4) as a refueler (ABF) back in the day. How many fires have you experienced in cold start ups? In 4 years I've seen two on deck. I enjoy your channel 💪
Oh wow!! That would be an incredible job and experience! So cool!
We have never experienced any fires and I pray we don’t 😁🙏
Great job! Captions explaining the various steps you're performing would have been helpful.
I agree. I am going to to a live stream on this video very soon and walk everyone through what is going on. Make sure to subscribe so that you get notice!
Behind the scenes are the most interesting posts hats off to you , respect from India your channel is subscribed god bless and lwould love to see more posts
Thanks a ton! I appreciate your subscription! And hello! 👋 😁
Great job 👍👌❤️
Thank you! Cheers!
Awesome content and I know that you probably get this a lot but beautiful smile. Surprised how quiet the huffer is. The one we had the sound is still burnt in my head 😂. Sometimes had to wear double hearing protection for that operation.
Yea…some of the tugs are super loud!
Did you work at ORD? We have lots of guys from ORD that call the pushbacks “huffers” 😁
@ladyandtheramp Meant that your air start cart being quiet compared to what I've used but negative worked at KHSV. Interesting that's a new one, never heard of the pushbacks being called huffers. Had a old colleague that worked ramp and a&p at DFW call the airstart carts huffers 😂. Do you ever have to ever once in a while use hand signals with the pilots when doing airstarts or standard pushback operations when your headsets are inop or you have a backup set to use?
Ok, yep I'm hooked.....what a fascinating job this is
As passengers we don't get to see things like this
Awesome video
Thank you!
@@ladyandtheramp just binge watched all your videos ....I hope there's more to come
I will try and keep them coming! 😁
@@ladyandtheramp yes please 🫶
I’m a new subscriber to your channel watching from Honolulu Hawaii
Oh mahalo for the subscription! And 👋😁
Good Job Crew 💯 🛩️👍 Hi from JFK
Hey JFK!! 👋👋 I am flying into your station soon! How are things going out there?
On a 727 or dc 9 and md 80 is there a injestion zone the same as wing mount engines
Oh that is a good question! I will have to ask some of my fellow rampers who have worked with those type of aircraft’s.
Was once on a plane out of Cancun the APU was inop they didn't have a Start cart that was big enough to start the engines. With a full plane it only took a few minutes sealed up with no fresh air flowing in for it to get really uncomfortable. Each time from when they removed the ground AC tube which is that bigger flex tubing it would take about 5-8 minutes before they would try again. Eventually they had us get off the plane go back into the terminal while they figured it out. Finally found a cart that would start it eventually we got back on.
Oh my goodness! That sounds horrible! I wasn’t sure how long it would take for the aircraft to get hot inside! I am glad that finally got it resolved!
What kind of work schedule do ramp agents work?
There are part time lines and full time lines. All throughout the day, mid-shifts and night time shifts. We work on rolling start times. Some start at 3am, 4am, 5am…etc…
Unsung heros in aviation operations! Every time I fly, I am always fascinated by all the tasks carried out by the ground crew to get the flight prepped. Thanks for sharing your unique view outside of the aircraft!
Thank you so much! 😁
Cool!
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I’m assuming that the different ‘models’ of planes have different pushback arms? Or can you use the same one for each aircraft?
Surprisingly…they use the same tow bar. The company recently changed all the tow bars to a beefier one that fits on both the Boeing and the Airbus nose gear.
Ahhh, there is nothing like the smell of coffee mixed with the aroma of JP4!
I used to be a pushback Instructor for UPS...few things in life more challenging than a new student pushing back a multimillion dollar jet for the first time !!!
Sooo true! The amount of patience and courage you instructors must have! 😂😁
Pulling the chocks i miss being around airplanes
Reminds me of the old days
How do you know, where you have to push the plane to?
Is that always the same path?
The clearance is given from ground control to the flight crew and then to the pusher through the ground link.
I know this is probably already been said but can you add comms or is that not allowed. Thanks great videos.
Can you define “comms”…Like communication between the pilot and ground? Or like comments?
@@ladyandtheramp yes, communications that you are having with the pilots during your process.
@@cupcakemcgee3175I very clearly saw her at 08:00 to inform the flight deck to start engine 1. Not all communication is verbal.
Don't know if the airline would allow "comms" to be published. She wasn't signalling to the pilots (they can't see her probably), but to the wingwalkers. The pushback driver has a headsets they use to talk to the crew.
Awesome video as always! Thanks lady and the ramp for sharing this wonderful.
Thank you for supporting my channel!
Are all the tugs diesel-engined or do you have some electric ones now? Seems that electric would be a good way to go for the future.
So far, we do not have any electric tugs yet. :/
Most modern airports have the lektro electric pushback machines for the narrow body aircraft and the big kalmar electric ones for the wide body’s. Tho when the air start is required tug and bar will be used
I was above wing for 4 years, and now I've transitioned to the flight deck. I wish I had done a little below wing; it looks interesting!
That is awesome! You have a cool perspective as well!!😁
After the engine has started I watched the crew disconnect two hoses, are they both for air starting or is one for fueling?
The yellow large one on the right hand side is the portable air/hearing vent. The skinnier one on the left hand side is the air start hose. It is a super pressurized air hose to help jump start the engine.
@@ladyandtheramp Thank you for the quick reply.
As a former marine engineer I would call that Port side.
The large hose or cable underneath the cockpit must be the power cable, I understand the plane does not have power until the #1 engine has started ?
I really admire how you move those huge planes around, I look like a real klutz backing my boat down the ramp LOL.
This is commonly referred to as a BLOW START as commercial aircraft use pressurized air from the APU auxiliary power unit for on ground and air restarts. They also generate electrical power. If an APU is in op, then the ramp will use a blow start unit, large air compressor on wheels to provide air pressure to start the engines.
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A dream job that never came through.
I think the crews must fight to have the charming Jessica as their plane assistant 😉
One of those people whose resting face is seemingly a big smile.
😀
She's got the power
I try 😀
If a plane needs jumpstarting, is one not better off avoiding flying it, or in it?
Good jump Start Way jumping 🦘 Start nice video
😁thanks
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Oh good question… I need to find out! I will get back with you 😁
Hello Do you work for American Airlines?
Next I wanna see you do a cart start. 😆
😂
Great video! Fascinates me when I am in a plane watching the ground crew. This gives some awesome ‘right there’ perspective! Thanks
Thank you for watching!
Is a plane consider safe to fly without a working APU for backup power?
Yes, absolutely 😁! Just like when a vehicle is jump started, it doesn’t not affect the safety or workability of the aircraft.
Thank you for what you do. Helping people get to their destinations safely.
Oh it is my pleasure! 😁👋
Did the second engine on your left actually start. Or after the plane was pushed out. 🧐👍
After we pushed it started. Once one engine starts, the other can get started even without the air start unit
The terrain looks like sky Harbor is that where you operate out of?
You are correct!
I watch all your videos and love them.
Thank you 😁
Love your videos thank you for sharing 😊
You are so welcome! Thank you!
So you have an GPU hooked up from the left side and an Air unit sporting the yellow duct on the right which is supplying the bleed air?
The smaller hose going from left to right connected to the large white cart if that helps
Correct! :)
@@davidsmiths5471 Whats the yellow duct? AC Unit?
@@alanw2235 That is A/C or heat that is connected to the jet bridge!
Just subscribed, very interesting video! With the way you are exposed to the sun’s rays, I hope you use plenty of sunblock!
Thank you for the subscription! And yes! Sunblock and long sleeved clothing 😁
What is the reason for having to start is this way? It sounds like the apu is running no?
The APU is inoperable…not running.
The aircraft is plugged into the ground power and ground AC of the jet bridge.
The Air Start unit off to the left is highly pressurized, pushing a whole ton of air into the jet engine. It needs that pressurized air to start the engine. Once Engine 1 starts…it can start the other one (Engine 2). After it’s one engine is started, we now can pull all the ground power, etc…
Once the engine starts, it now can power up everything on it’s own.
Sorry for the lengthy response. I should do a voice over on that video
It would seem that you are very close to the ingestion zone when turning the airplane. Do you feel even a hint of air rushing into the engine, being that close?
No. Even when I turn, the distance to the engine is outside of the ingestion zone. It may appear that way on the video…but there is s lot is space between the tug and the engine 😁
What is the Long wide Yellow hose doing?
Is it for exhaust gasses or?
That is the ground air conditioning unit. So when the aircraft does not have it’s APU (auxiliary power unit) on, the plane can stay cool still :)
The big yellow hose is used for heating and cooling the aircraft, it's connected to a unit on the jet bridge or a separate unit.
@@ladyandtherampThank you for the explanation.
Keep the Videos coming. They are amazing:)
Wow those guys are so close to the engines. Scary to watch!
The ingestion zone has a radius of 15 ft in front of the engine. So the nose gear is out of the ingestion zone. But every crew member has to be highly cognizant of how they approach the aircraft
correct me where i'm wrong; the apu (when it's working) among other things provides enough air to one of the engines to start the blades turning to a point the pilot then "starts the fuel and ignition" and starts one engine. Then, that engine provides the air to the other engine to get it started, or perhaps the apu (when it's working) also provides the air flow to the 2nd engine also. Since the apu wasn't functioning here the engine running then can provide the air flow. I admit i know virtually nothing here; my thought, all these years, was the apu was providing power to the electrical and air conditioning.
That was pretty darn accurate! Great job!
Normally to start the eng they use the APU (think of it as a small jet engine), to start one of the engines (normally #2) via air (but can do both). That eng will crossfeed air to the other to get it started. The Apu provides bleed air to allow starting engines, and air conditioning(this is why during push back getting to eng starts, you will notice the air conditioning is limited), along with electrical power. Doing an "airstart" they start #1.
Is there any role for the APU in flight? For example, if an engine stalls/fails and must be restarted?
That is a good question! I will ask the mechanics! 😁👍
APU can be used in flight for electrical/pneumatic power as needed.
@@Brett_Noll Thanks!
That huffer cart is how most of the USAF I flew started engines
Oh that is cool! Thank you for your service!
My congratulation for yours videos
Thank you
I work in Milano Malpensa Airport
Oh that is cool!! 😁
@@ladyandtheramp In which Airport Do you work?
Good skill.
P.S. for the A320 jet, the APU is very noisy.
👍👍yes it is!
Hello, im looking into becoming a ramp agent and was wondering how the pay was and if i should also look into picking up a second job?
The starting pay is average. But the benefits are great! Full medical, dental, 401k. Free flights for family!
Pays ok just don’t work for a contractor
Do you get a lot of A3 80 air buses in there?
We do not get any 380’s :(
Our wide body fleet includes the Boeing 777 and the 787
Incredible job with the air start. I’m so very proud of you and how far you have come.❤
Thank you so much!!
You know every time I watch one of the videos it takes me back when I used to load DC-8 Stretch planes for Burlington Air Freight. I can only advise to be careful of the steel ring on the GPU Unit and make sure it's locked properly, I had that ring slam down on my right foot and broke 4 of my toes
Oh wow!! Thank you for the tip!
there's that beautiful smile again!!!!
ah the good old air starter, I recall it be much louder but maybe because I was dealing with 777 GE90 engine. The air starter we used were absolutely pumping at 100% capacity inorder to start a GE90 engine and even running at idle it was still very very loud
This one was a lot quieter! But that is cool that you worked on the big boys…those triple 7’s are awesome!
@@ladyandtheramp Yeah I only work with freighter 777-200F in LAX for the airline and I work as ramp operation supervisor so I deal with GHA/loader/mechanic all the time. Once aircraft is pushed back and started taxing, we would go smoking outside the building and wait for the low humming sound of GE90 engine engine spooling up when the APU was operational, then we can't leave until the aircraft is airborne. Seeing your video bring back alot memories and I kind of miss it.
Oh that is cool! Your ear’s definitely become trained to listen to those engines!
@@ladyandtheramp Yeah the GE90 have a very unique low humming sound when spooling up. I think I enjoyed working in the airport and I work mostly graveyard shift as our freighter only comes at night time. Many of the employees were let go myself included during Covid.
That start cart is quiet, they usually make a really loud high pitch screaming sound.
Yeah…it just had that tiny squeal at the beginning.