ATA Safety Guidelines SG 900, Revision 2010.1 provides standardized visual signals and operating guidance for aircraft marshallers and ground crew during aircraft surface movement, arrival, departure, and servicing activities.
The PDF covers general marshaller instructions, gate identification, taxi direction, speed control, turns, normal and emergency stops, aircraft dispatch, fire indications, brake commands, chock procedures, engine start and shutdown signals, ground power communication, affirmative and negative signals, and headphone requests. It also addresses operating conditions such as limited flight crew visibility, ramp noise, nighttime signaling, high-visibility identification vests, and the need for crew acknowledgment.
This digital edition is intended for aviation organizations, airport operators, airline ground operations teams, flight line personnel, trainers, and safety professionals who need a focused reference for aircraft marshalling communication.
Application Scope: Aircraft ramp operations, airport ground handling, aircraft marshalling training, flight line safety procedures, and local airport operations guidance. Use alongside applicable airport directives, regulatory requirements, and employer procedures.
