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ELTアーミング

The procedure of setting the emergency locator transmitter (ELT) to an armed state, ready to activate automatically upon impact or significant deceleration.

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ガートバー

Metal bar at the base of the slide pack that secures the slide to the aircraft floor when armed or disengages it when disarmed.

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キャビンセキュア

A procedural phrase indicating that all passengers are seated, seatbelts fastened, and the cabin is safe for taxi, takeoff, or landing.

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キャビンレディ

A standardized phrase indicating that the cabin has been fully prepared for takeoff, landing, or other specified phase of flight as per procedures.

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ギャレーセキュア

A phrase indicating that all galley equipment, carts, and supplies are properly stowed and locked for safe taxi, takeoff, or landing.

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クラッシュアックス

A robust, sharp-edged hand tool stowed in the cockpit, intended for emergency access, fire-fighting, or egress during evacuation or rescue.

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クラッシュポジション

A prescribed body posture adopted by crew and passengers to maximize survivability in the event of an imminent impact or forced landing.

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サバイバルキット

A set of equipment carried on board aircraft and liferafts to provide basic survival supplies such as food, water, and signaling devices in case of emergency landing or ditching.

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サバイバルストロボライト

Battery-powered high-intensity flashing beacon attached to life-vest or raft to enhance night-time visibility for rescuers.

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サバイバルビーコン

A portable transmitter emitting distress signals to assist search and rescue teams in locating survivors after a forced landing or ditching.

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サバイバルレーションパック

Pre-sealed emergency food package stowed in life-rafts providing high-energy biscuits and vitamin tablets for post-ditching survival.

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サービスドア

A designated aircraft door used primarily for catering, cleaning, or maintenance services, not intended for passenger use except in emergencies.

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シグナルスモーク

Hand-held maritime flare producing coloured smoke during daylight to signal distress location to aircraft or vessels.

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シーダイマーカー

Bright fluorescent dye packet released into water to create high-contrast slick, aiding aerial visual location of survivors.

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シートベルト

Primary restraint harness securing an aircraft occupant during all phases of flight and turbulence.

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シートベルトエクステンダー

Certified strap and buckle section that lengthens a passenger seat belt when required for fit or special needs.

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シートベルトカッター

Knife-type tool with guarded blade carried in cockpit or cabin to sever jammed seat-belts during emergency evacuation or rescue.

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スモークフード

A self-contained hood providing filtered air to crew in smoke or fume-filled environments; enables safe intervention in cabin or cockpit fires.

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スライドラフト

Inflatable evacuation slide that converts to a life-raft for ditching or over-water evacuation.

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スライド圧

Gauge-indicated reservoir pressure that confirms an emergency evacuation slide is sufficiently charged for rapid inflation.

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スライド展開

Activation of an inflatable evacuation slide from an aircraft door to enable rapid passenger egress.

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スライド解除

The condition in which the emergency evacuation slides are disengaged from automatic deployment, typically after arrival or when opening doors normally.

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セキュリティタイ

Approved plastic or textile ties used by the crew to restrain passengers or secure items for safety or security purposes during flight.

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チャイルドリストレイントデバイス

FAA/ICAO-approved seat or harness securing children under two for taxi, take-off, turbulence and landing.

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デュアルレーンスライド

Evacuation slide designed with two parallel lanes to expedite passenger egress on wide-body aircraft exits.

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トイレの煙

The detection or presence of smoke within an aircraft lavatory, indicating a possible fire hazard and requiring immediate crew response.

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ドアステータス

The operational state of aircraft doors, including whether they are armed, disarmed, open, closed, locked, or unlocked, as required for each phase of flight.

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ハロン消火器

A fire extinguisher charged with halon gas, used for rapid suppression of onboard electrical and flammable liquid fires.

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ハーネス

A system of webbing straps used to secure a flight crew member, typically including shoulder and lap belts, to their seat during critical flight phases.

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ヒービングライン

Light rope fitted with weighted end carried in life-rafts to establish first connection with rescue vessel.

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ホイッスル

A small signaling device, often attached to lifejackets, used by survivors to attract attention in rescue situations.

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メガホン

A battery-powered portable loudspeaker used by crew to issue commands and instructions during evacuation or inoperative PA conditions.

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ユニバーサルプリコーションキット

On-board kit with gloves, masks and absorbent agents for safe cleanup of blood or body-fluid spills.

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ライフベスト

Personal flotation device provided to each occupant for use during water ditching or sea evacuation.

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ライフラインロープ

Webbing strap secured to over-wing exits, providing hand-hold for passengers evacuating onto wing during ditching.

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乗務員用ライフベスト

High-visibility life jacket with water-activated light issued to each cabin and flight crew member.

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乗務員用拘束具

Any safety device, including harness or lap belt, designed to secure flight or cabin crew members in their seats during critical phases of flight and turbulence.

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乗客ブレース姿勢

Command for passengers to adopt the brace position to minimise injury risk during hard landing or severe turbulence.

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乳児用ベルト

Supplementary loop belt that attaches an infant to an adult’s seat belt during taxi, take-off, landing and turbulence.

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乳児用ライフベスト

Life-jacket sized for infants under 18 kg, equipped with head support, light and tether for water evacuation.

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予備マスク

Additional oxygen masks stored onboard to supplement the fixed oxygen system for crew or passenger use.

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代替非常口

A secondary or backup emergency exit designated for use when a primary exit is unusable during evacuation.

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低体温毛布

A thermal or space blanket included in survival kits to prevent loss of body heat and treat hypothermia in survivors exposed to cold environments.

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信号用ミラー

A reflective device included in survival kits, used to attract attention and signal rescue aircraft or ships in daylight conditions.

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化学式酸素発生器

A device that produces oxygen through a chemical reaction, typically used to supply emergency oxygen to passengers via drop-down masks in commercial aircraft.

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固定式酸素装置

A permanently installed aircraft oxygen supply system, providing breathable oxygen to designated cabin or cockpit outlets for crew and passengers, usually used in pressurization loss or emergency scenarios.

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安全のしおり

Printed passenger safety-instruction card found in every seat pocket, showing required actions and equipment use in an emergency.

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安全デモキット

Standardised set of visual aids and demo seat-belt used by cabin crew to brief passengers on emergency equipment and procedures before every flight.

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客室乗務員用拘束キット

A kit containing handcuffs, tape, and straps for restraining disruptive passengers in accordance with FAA or EASA procedures.

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懐中電灯

A battery-powered portable light source provided to crew members to assist in emergency evacuations, inspections, or operations in darkness.

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手動リリースツール

Hand-held lever used to mechanically disengage an escape slide or raft from the aircraft door during evacuation or maintenance.

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手動膨張ハンドル

Red-coloured T-handle fitted to an escape slide or life-raft. Pulling it opens the gas cylinder to inflate the raft manually.

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拘束キット

A set of approved equipment provided to cabin crew for the physical restraint of an unruly or dangerous passenger to ensure safety and security on board.

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携帯用酸素

A movable oxygen supply unit provided on board aircraft for use by crew or passengers in case of medical need or cabin depressurization.

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救命いかだパック

A compact package containing the liferaft and emergency equipment required for survival after ditching, stowed on board aircraft for use in overwater flights.

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救急キット

A container holding medical supplies and equipment for treatment of minor injuries or illnesses during flight.

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救急医療キット

Sealed on-board kit containing prescription drugs and advanced medical supplies, used in-flight by qualified personnel for serious medical events.

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救難信号発信器(ELT)

A radio beacon that transmits a distress signal to aid search and rescue teams in locating an aircraft in distress or after a crash.

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昼夜信号弾

A pyrotechnic signaling device that can be used in both daylight and darkness, included in survival kits for attracting the attention of rescuers.

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水消火器

A portable fire extinguisher filled with water, intended for use on class A (solid material) fires onboard an aircraft.

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火災封じ込めバッグ

High-temperature-resistant bag used on board to isolate and contain lithium battery or PED fires until landing.

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煙探知機

An electronic device installed in aircraft compartments, especially lavatories and cargo, to detect smoke and trigger an alarm for immediate crew action.

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緊急飲料水パック

Sealed potable water container included in life-raft survival kit to supply drinking water for occupants in distress.

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群衆管理

The actions taken by crew to maintain order, direct movement, and prevent bottlenecks during emergency evacuations or abnormal situations.

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翼上非常口

Type-III emergency exit situated above the wing, used by able-bodied passengers to evacuate directly onto the wing surface.

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耐寒保護具

Insulated suit or bag carried in life-rafts to reduce hypothermia risk for survivors awaiting rescue in cold seas.

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耐火手袋

Specialized protective gloves provided to crew members for handling hot, burning, or smoldering objects during fire emergencies on board.

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脱出ロープ

Heavy-duty rope stowed above cockpit side windows, used for crew self-evacuation when slides unusable.

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自動体外式除細動器

A portable device that analyzes cardiac rhythm and delivers electrical shocks to restore normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest.

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補助ハンドル

A fixed handhold installed near exits or on evacuation slides to aid crew and passengers in maintaining balance or facilitating movement during boarding, evacuation, or emergencies.

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避難指示

A clear, standardized verbal instruction given by crew to passengers to initiate a rapid and orderly evacuation in an emergency.

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酸素ボトル

A portable or fixed cylinder of pressurized oxygen for supplemental breathing in decompression, smoke, or medical events.

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酸素マスク自動落下

Automatic deployment of oxygen masks to passengers and crew in the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure.

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閉鎖された非常口

An emergency exit or cabin door that cannot be used for evacuation due to obstruction, damage, or outside hazards.

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防護呼吸器具

A certified, self-contained smoke hood that provides crew with filtered air for a limited time in the presence of smoke or toxic fumes.

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非常口

Any aircraft door, hatch or window designated for passenger evacuation in an emergency situation.

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