AMC1 GH.OPS.430 Aircraft departure activities

• ED Decision 2025/007/R found in: Ground Handling (GH) (2025/23 and 2025/20) (Nov 2025)

##### AMC1 GH.OPS.430 Aircraft departure activities *ED Decision 2025/007/R* **SAFETY RISK MITIGATION MEASURES FOR PRE‑DEPARTURE AND DEPARTURE ACTIVITIES** (a) The procedure for pre‑departure activities should include, as a minimum, the following safety risk mitigation measures: (1) pre‑departure check of the aircraft and the stand to verify that: (i) the stand is clear of FOD; (ii) any GSE unnecessary for aircraft start and departure is removed, and no persons are in the hazard area; (iii) there is no visible aircraft damage; (iv) all aircraft doors and panels are closed; (2) correct pushback equipment for aircraft type/subtype. (b) The procedure for departure activities should cover the following: (1) communication, including phraseology/standard hand signals, between the flight crew and the person responsible for the departure operation; (2) agreement and following of engine start sequence, and application of operational procedures for the use of air start unit, if required; (3) disconnection of the GSE (air start unit, ground power unit, etc.) and removal from the equipment restricted area; (4) pushback or towing procedures include correct pushback or towing equipment for aircraft type/subtype and other conditions specific to the operational context.