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This standard is developed in accordance with the rules given in GB/T 1.1-2009.
This standard replaces MH/T 6029-2003 Passenger loading steps. In addition to editorial changes, the following main technical changes have been made with respect to MH/T 6029-2003:
——the name of the standard is revised from Passenger loading steps to Passenger stairs;
——the requirements for the distribution of axle loads on passenger stairs are modified (see 3.1.14; 4.2.7 of Edition 2003);
——the requirements for the installation of external lighting and light signalling devices are modified (see 3.1.15; 4.2.18 of Edition 2003);
——the relevant requirements of electric passenger stairs are added (see 3.2.3);
——the relevant requirements of hand-push passenger stairs are added (see 3.2.2);
——the relevant requirements for braking performance are modified (see 3.5.6 and 3.5.7; 4.2.14 and 4.2.15 of Edition 2003);
——the requirements for endurance capacity of electric passenger stairs are added (see 3.5.8);
——the requirements for cab are added (see 3.6);
——the requirements for wind-resistant stability are added (see 3.4.9);
——the requirements for exhaust devices are added (see 3.3.6);
——the requirements for limits for exhaust pollutants from internal-combustion passenger stairs are added (see 3.9.3);
——the requirements for structural safety factor are added (see 3.7);
——the requirements related to reliability test are modified (see 3.11; 4.7 of Edition 2003).
This standard was proposed by and is interpreted by the Airports Department of Civil Aviation Administration of China.
This standard was approved by the Aircraft Airworthiness Certification Department of Civil Aviation Administration of China.
This standard is under the jurisdiction of China Academy of Civil Aviation Science and Technology.
Passenger stairs
1 Scope
This standard specifies the technical requirements, test methods, inspection rules, labelling, marking and instructions for use, and packaging, transportation and storage of passenger stairs.
This standard is applicable to all passenger stairs for passengers to get on and off aircrafts in the field of civil aviation.
Note: The passenger stairs in this standard refer to the special equipment for passengers to get on and off the aircraft on the apron, which are usually classified into internal-combustion passenger stairs, electric passenger stairs and hand-push passenger stairs.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
GB 1495 Limits and measurement methods for noise emitted by accelerating motor vehicles
GB/T 3766 Hydraulic fluid power - General rules relating to systems
GB 7258 Technical specifications for safety of power-driven vehicles operating on roads
GB/T 7593 Powered industrial trucks - Symbols for operator controls and other displays
GB/T 7935 Hydraulic fluid power - General requirements for hydraulic components
GB/T 9969 General principles for preparation of instructions for use of industrial products
GB/T 12544 Measurement of maximum speed of motor vehicles
GB/T 12547 Minimum stable speed test method for motor vehicles
GB/T 12673 Motor vehicle main dimensions measurement method
GB/T 12674 Motor vehicles - Weight parameter - Measuring method
GB/T 12678 Reliability running test method for motor vehicles
GB/T 14436 General principles of industrial product guarantee documents
GB 20891 Limits and measurement methods for exhaust pollutants from diesel engines of non-road mobile machinery (CHINA III, IV)
GJB 150.3 Environmental test methods for military equipments - High temperature test
GJB 150.4 Environmental test methods for military equipments - Low temperature test
JB/T 5943 Construction machinery - General specifications for welding parts
QC/T 484 Automobiles - Paint coating
QC/T 625 Metallic coatings and conversion coatings for automobile
AHM 915 Standard controls
EN 1915-1 Aircraft ground support equipment - General requirements - Part 1: Basic safety requirements
3 Technical requirements
3.1 General requirements
3.1.1 All purchased parts of the passenger stairs (hereinafter referred to as "stairs") shall meet the requirements of relevant national or professional standards, and be provided with factory certificates.
3.1.2 The structural members of the stair shall be welded in accordance with those specified in JB/T 5943.
3.1.3 The paint coating of the stair shall comply with QC/T 484.
3.1.4 The metallic coating and conversion coating of the stair parts and components shall comply with QC/T 625.
3.1.5 If the stair is assembled by riveting process, the rivets shall be arranged neatly without skew, crushing, looseness and head mutilation. All parts shall be free from sharp edges and corners.
3.1.6 The connectors and fasteners of the stair shall be connected reliably, for which anti-looseness measures shall be taken.
3.1.7 The pipelines of oil/gas circuit systems and the electrical components of the stair shall be arranged neatly and clamped firmly, and shall not rub or interfere with the moving parts.
3.1.8 All the pipelines of the stair shall be free from leakage of oil, water and air.
3.1.9 Each conductor terminal of the electrical equipment of the stair shall be provided with obvious signs that are not easy to fall off.
3.1.10 There shall be enough operating space in the operation and maintenance areas of the stair.
3.1.11 When the stair is in motion and the upper platform completely withdraws the telescopic mechanism, its total height shall not exceed 4m (excluding the awning).
3.1.12 Awning, if arranged for a stair, shall be easy to disassemble.
3.1.13 The height of the upper platform of the stairs shall be able to meet the requirements of the type of aircraft to be served.
3.1.14 The axle load of the stair shall not exceed the maximum design axle load of the stair, the load-bearing capacity of the tyres shall match the axle load of the stair, and the ratio of the steering axle load to both the kerb mass and the total mass of the stair shall not be less than 20%. The load the drive axle bears shall not be less than 25% of the total mass.
3.1.15 The external lighting and light signalling devices of the stair shall be installed in accordance with those specified in EN 1915-1.
3.1.16 The design load of the stair platform and steps shall meet the requirements of Annex A. The number of persons standing shall not exceed the number of persons calculated on the basis of the design load, which shall be calculated at 80kg per person (including 5kg of carry-on baggage).
3.2 Safety requirements
3.2.1 Basic requirements
3.2.1.1 When the stair is in motion and the upper platform completely withdraws the telescopic mechanism, there shall be no components or other obstacles that hinder docking within 300mm directly below the docking area between the upper platform and the aircraft; the cab or bridge shall not extend beyond the foremost edge of the upper platform.
3.2.1.2 The stair shall be provided with an indication device that allows the height of the stair to be observed from the driver's seat, and shall be equipped with lighting equipment to ensure that the height indication can be clearly seen at night. The maximum tolerance for height indication is ±30mm.
3.2.1.3 When the stair is in working condition, the amount of lateral sway shall not exceed 50mm, as shown in Figure 1.
Foreword III
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Technical requirements
3.1 General requirements
3.2 Safety requirements
3.3 Special devices
3.4 Stability
3.5 Maneuverability
3.6 Cab
3.7 Structural safety factor
3.8 Hydraulic system
3.9 Environmental protection requirements
3.10 Environmental requirements
3.11 Reliability
4 Test methods
4.1 General requirements
4.2 Safety requirements
4.3 Special devices
4.4 Stability
4.5 Maneuverability
4.6 Cab
4.7 Structural safety factor
4.8 Hydraulic system
4.9 Environmental protection requirements
4.10 Environmental requirements
4.11 Reliability tests
5 Inspection rules
5.1 Inspection classification
5.2 End-of-manufacturing inspection
5.3 Type approval test
6 Labelling, marking and instructions for use
6.1 Labelling
6.2 Marking
6.3 Instructions for use
7 Packaging, transportation and storage
7.1 Packaging
7.2 Transportation
7.3 Storage
Annex A (Normative) Design loads
Annex B (Normative) Structural design dimensions of stair body
Annex C (Normative) Endurance capacity test conditions