Aircraft Exit Compatibility Groups

The following is a list of the commercial transport category aircraft, which have been profiled in order to analyze the commonality and compatibility of exit features as well as operations.

Category: Jet

Category: Turbo Prop

The following aircraft are not currently operating in Canada and although not being profiled at this time, may be included in future revisions of the groupings as required.

The table on the following pages presents a grouping of exits based upon analysis and comparisons of:

1. Exit Category;
2. Opening/Closing Design and Characteristics (Normal/Emergency);
3. Arming/Disarming Mechanisms and Processes;
4. Door Control Handle Design and Operation;
5. Special Options/Features; and
6. Operational Forces (where available).

The table displays the aircraft type/series, the specific exit(s) and where applicable, equivalent alternatives which may be substituted in order to complete required Aircraft Exit Operations Drills on the aircraft or in an approved training device.

In certain cases, use of an actual aircraft exit in the emergency mode can cause automatic ramp/slide deployment and inflation; cause potential damage to the aircraft; or by design can only be used once and then require maintenance action. In these cases, approved video presentations, depicting the emergency mode operation may be indicated as acceptable alternatives under "Additional Requirements." Use of an approved video in these circumstances does not preclude the requirement for completion of an Aircraft Exit Operation Drill in the normal mode on the aircraft or in an approved training device.

Generally, matters listed under "Additional Requirements" apply when a listed Aircraft Type/Compatible Exit option is used for the completion of an Aircraft Exit Operation Drill or are required in addition to completion of drills as indicated.

"N/A" indicates that an equivalent grouping is not recognized. The Aircraft Exit Drill(s) must be conducted using an approved training device or the actual aircraft.

All door operational forces (Exit Profiles) are manufacturer based figures/estimates, and are based upon the aircraft being in a normal relative attitude.

References (REF) displayed in the table refer to the page number for the background justification data as shown in the Exit Profiles, which follow this table. The Exit Profiles are provided for information only and do not form a part of this standard.