Contents
Where do the crew sleep on a 747?
Boeing 747 – The pilots’ rest area is located on the upper level right behind the cockpit. Meanwhile, the cabin crew can access an eight-bunk cabin towards the rear of the plane.
Where do flight attendants rest?
Flight attendants get breaks on long-haul flights to recharge and stay energized. They have their own bedrooms in which to take power naps. These bedrooms are hidden from passengers. They can be tucked behind a secret stairway or even accessed through a hatch that looks like a typical overhead bin.
Where is the flight crew rest compartment located in the fuselage?
A crew rest compartment (crew rest) is a section of an airliner dedicated for breaks and sleeping by crew members, usually located above or adjacent to the passenger compartment.
Do flight attendants work 40 hours a week?
Most attendants are usually limited to working 12 hours shifts but some are allowed to work 14 hour shifts. Those working on international flights are usually permitted to work longer shifts. Attendants usually spend 65-90 hours in the air and 50 hours preparing planes for passengers monthly.
Where is the crew rest located on an Airbus A350?
For the pilots, access is conveniently located directly outside the flight deck door. Pilots will have an overhead crew rest module with two bunks and a high-comfort seat. Flight attendants will also have a quiet overhead module located at the aft end of the aircraft.
Why are crew rest areas located where they are?
Further down in that article they state why the crew rest areas are where they are: The A350 XWB crew rests, located overhead in the crown area, have no impact on revenues space – whether cargo or passenger – and contribute to the efficiency of the A350 XWB cabin.
What do you need to know about the Airbus A350-900?
The lighter-weight A350-900 will be outfitted with two Rolls Royce Trent XWB engines that are expected to deliver a 20 percent improvement in operating costs per seat. The crew rest facilities on the A350-900 are designed for easy access and comfort. For the pilots, access is conveniently located directly outside the flight deck door.
Where does the Airbus A350 XWB fly to?
The plane is the foundation of Airbus’ all-new A350 XWB Family, which is designed to meet airlines’ needs in medium-to-long haul operations. The aircraft will be deployed on U.S.-to-Asia-Pacific routes.