What conditions should be met when carrying cargo in the passenger compartment of a VCA?

The following should be observed: (a) dangerous goods should not be allowed; (b) the mass of cargo should not exceed the structural loading limits of the floor or seats; (c) the number/type of restraint devices and their attachment points should be capable of restraining the cargo; and (d) the location of the cargo should be such that, in the event of an emergency evacuation, it will neither hinder egress nor impair the crew's view.

Is it permissible to carry dangerous goods as cargo in the passenger compartment of a VCA?

No, dangerous goods should not be allowed.

How should restraint devices for cargo in the passenger compartment of a VCA be selected?

The number/type of restraint devices and their attachment points should be capable of restraining the cargo.

AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo

Q: Where should cargo be located in the passenger compartment of a VCA to ensure safety during an emergency evacuation?

The location of the cargo should be such that, in the event of an emergency evacuation, it will neither hinder egress nor impair the crew's view.

Q: What must be considered regarding the mass of cargo placed in the passenger compartment of a VCA?

The mass of cargo should not exceed the structural loading limits of the floor or seats.

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AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo

ED Decision 2025/010/R

CARRIAGE OF CARGO IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

The following should be observed when carrying cargo in the passenger compartment of a VCA:

(a) dangerous goods should not be allowed;

(b) the mass of cargo should not exceed the structural loading limits of the floor or seats;

(d) the location of the cargo should be such that, in the event of an emergency evacuation, it will neither hinder egress nor impair the crew’s view.

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Source-Title: AMC2 UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-23985 Compare versions

Domain: Air operations

Amendedby: Issue 1

Applicabilitydate: 9 July, 2025

Entryintoforcedate: 9 July, 2025

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2025/010/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-IAM

Typeofcontent: AMC to IR (Acceptable means of compliance to implementing rule)

Parentir: UAM.OP.MVCA.160 Stowage of baggage and cargo

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR