Aircraft Service Attendant how-to

How to Marshal an Aircraft to Parking

Clear signals prevent collisions.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Clear signals prevent collisions. In short: stand; use; signal, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Stand in view of the pilot.

  2. Use lighted wands.

  3. Signal straight ahead.

  4. Signal turns.

  5. Signal stop.

  6. Chock wheels.

Safety reminders for aircraft service attendants

  • Bond before fueling
  • Wear hearing protection
  • Stay clear of propellers and engines
  • Use wing walkers

FBO · Jet A · Avgas · Fuel sump · Bonding · Lav service: see the full aircraft service attendant glossary.

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