Board Passengers and Use the Passport Scanner in the Crew App
The Crew App enables crews to board and add new passengers on the spot, providing a streamlined experience for both crew members and dispatchers. Learn how to use the app to manage passenger information effectively and ensure seamless boarding.
Accessing the Passenger Boarding Feature
- Open the Crew App: On the calendar or duties page, tap on the flight you are boarding passengers for.
- Select Pax: From the menu, choose the "Pax" option.
- Go to Boarding: Tap on "Board" to view the list of passengers to board.
Understanding the Interface
- Passenger List: Displays passengers scheduled for the flight.
- Pending Status: New or added passengers will be marked with a "-pending" suffix, indicating that their entry has not yet been confirmed or synchronized with the back-end.
- Push Notifications: Crew members will receive updates regarding any changes in the passenger list or approvals from dispatch.
Adding a New Passenger
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Search or Add New Passenger:
- Search for the passenger's name in the database.
- If the passenger is not found, select "+ Add new passenger."
- Search for the passenger's name in the database.
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Use the Passport Scanner:
- Tap on the "Scan Passport" option to scan the passenger's passport or ID.
- Verify the pre-filled data and save it. Essential fields include Salutation, First Name, Last Name, and Gender.
- Tap on the "Scan Passport" option to scan the passenger's passport or ID.
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Manual Entry:
- Fill in the necessary details manually if scanning is unavailable. Ensure all required fields are completed.
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Editing or Removing Pending Passengers:
- Access the passenger list, find entries marked with the "-pending" suffix, and make any necessary changes or deletions before synchronization.
Uploading Documents (available only on iOS)
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Add a New Passenger:
- Navigate to the "Create New Passenger" screen and fill in the passenger details.
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Upload a Document:
- Use the "Add Document" option at the bottom of the form to upload a picture of the passport or ID.
- Use the "Add Document" option at the bottom of the form to upload a picture of the passport or ID.
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Scan and Attach Automatically:
- The passport scan feature will automatically populate the passenger details and attach the document. You can review, remove, or change the scan before submission.
- The passport scan feature will automatically populate the passenger details and attach the document. You can review, remove, or change the scan before submission.
- Mandatory ID Number:
- When a document is uploaded or scanned, the ID number field becomes mandatory and is validated upon adding the passenger to the flight.
- When a document is uploaded or scanned, the ID number field becomes mandatory and is validated upon adding the passenger to the flight.
- Editing and Deleting Documents
- You can edit or delete the uploaded document before finalizing the passenger addition.
Benefits
- Efficient Passenger Management: Quickly board passengers and handle last-minute additions directly through the Crew App.
- Real-Time Communication: Instant notifications to crew members and dispatchers ensure everyone is informed of passenger changes.
- Error Reduction: Easily edit or remove pending entries before synchronization, minimizing mistakes.
- Seamless Integration: Synchronizes passenger data with the back-end system for accurate record-keeping.
By using the Crew App's passenger boarding and passport scanning features, crews can improve workflow efficiency, enhance communication, and provide a smoother experience for passengers.