Shift-Handover (Maintenance)
The handing over of the status of aircraft maintenance from one ‘finishing’ maintenance crew to the ‘starting’ crew to ensure continuity of maintenance. This usually accomplished by the use of a suitable Shift-handover Log Book or sheets with a system of acknowledgment.
Shipper’s Declaration of Dangerous Goods
A prescribed form signed by the person (shipper) who offers a shipment of dangerous goods for transport on an aircraft; such declaration indicates that the dangerous goods are fully and accurately described by their proper shipping names and that they are classified, packed, marked, labelled, and in proper condition for transport by air in accordance with the relevant regulations.
Signature/Sign
When a person signs a maintenance document for having performed work which is to be subsequently certified by a licensed or appropriately licensed aircraft maintenance engineer or a person specifically approved or authorised by the applicable authority, then sign means the person's normal signed name and staff number is to be shown in the applicable column or space provided on the document.
Refer to Certification for the use of a signature for the purpose of certification. Equivalent Terms: Certification
Simultaneous Maintenance
In relation to ER/ETOPS/LROPS, maintenance performed on like systems (i.e. magnetic chip detectors, engines) by the same person.
Simulator
See Flight Simulator Smoke Barrier
A structure or other material installed on an aircraft between the cargo and the flight crew, passengers and/or supernumeraries for the purpose of protecting such personnel from smoke that might emanate from the cargo.
Special Airports
Airports designated by an operator or state that, due to factors such as surrounding terrain, obstructions, or complex approach or departure procedures, require special flight crew qualifications.