Upper Crew Rest Compartment Notes

Overview of Crew Rest Facilities (UCRC)

  • Module Title: Aircraft Types

  • Course Code: FSO 230

  • Focus: Upper Crew Rest Compartment (UCRC) in long-distance aircraft such as Boeing 787

Upper Crew Rest Compartment (UCRC)

  • Purpose:

    • Designed to accommodate crew members on long flights.

  • Location:

    • Situated in the ceiling area above the aft galley.

Accessibility

  • Entrance:

    • Accessible via a staircase located behind a cabin interior door.

    • Entrance located directly across from door 4L.

  • Use Regulations:

    • Signage states "FOR CREW USE ONLY".

    • Must not be occupied during taxi, takeoff, or landing phases of the flight, or when operating below 15,000 feet.

Features of the UCRC

Control/Temperature Panel

  • Purpose:

    • Manages lighting and airflow within the compartment.

  • Responsibility:

    • Operated by the In-Charge crew member.

Cabin Crew Bunks

  • Total Bunks:

    • 6 bunks available (3 on each side of the entrance enclosure).

  • Special Bunk:

    • Bunk 4 (on starboard side) is reserved for the In-Charge due to the inclusion of an interphone.

  • Amenities Provided in Each Bunk:

    • Privacy curtain.

    • Body belt for safety.

    • Oxygen compartment with one mask per bunk.

    • Fresh air vent.

    • Reading light.

    • Inflight entertainment unit (dependent on the airline).

    • Smoke detector.

    • Loudspeaker for Public Address (PA) announcements.

Public Address System

  • Functionality:

    • PA announcements can be made from the UCRC, and these can also be heard within the compartment.

  • Interphone:

    • Bunk 4 equipped with an interphone for communication.

Emergency Escape Hatches

Overview

  • Purpose:

    • Two emergency escape hatches are included in the UCRC for emergencies.

  • Primary Evacuation Route:

    • Through the entrance enclosure and stairs.

Backup Evacuation

  • Alternate Route:

    • If the main entrance is unusable, evacuation through hatches located under the mattresses at bunks 3 and 5 is possible.

Operation of Emergency Escape Hatches

  • Instructions:

    1. Lift and remove the mattress pad and unlatched the cover using the two release levers.

    2. Pull the handle up to open the cover.

    3. Unlatch the lower hatch by pulling the lower hatch release handle (letting the hatch drop a few inches).

    4. Command passengers seated below (in the main cabin) to clear the evacuation area.

    5. Pull out the lanyard and let the hatch fall.

    6. Sit on the UCRC floor and place feet on the hatch opening where it indicates "STEP".

    7. Grasp the handhold provided and step down into the main cabin (considering the passenger seat armrest for support).

  • Post-Evacuation Protocol:

    • The hatch should be closed once evacuation of the UCRC is complete. This action helps prevent the spread of fire and smoke in case of an emergency.

Conclusion

  • Aircraft Familiarization:

    • Reference inviting a photo tour of a Boeing 787-9 for expanded learning.

  • Acknowledgments:

    • Appreciation for a successful semester expressed to students, wishing safe travels.

Image References

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