When can the rubber spacer on the belt loader touch the aircraft?

The rubber spacer on the belt loader should never touch the aircraft. This protocol is in place to prevent potential damage to both the aircraft and the loading equipment. The rubber spacer is designed to provide a buffer between the aircraft and the loading mechanism, thereby ensuring that the aircraft surface remains undamaged during the loading and unloading processes.

Allowing the rubber spacer to make contact with the aircraft can lead to scratches, dents, or other forms of damage that could compromise the aircraft’s structural integrity or finish. Therefore, strict adherence to this guideline is essential for maintaining the quality and safety of the aircraft during ground handling operations.

The other options suggest scenarios where contact might be permissible, but these could introduce risks that the policy specifically aims to mitigate.