Fuelling operations
58.—(1)  An AOC holder must ensure that a large aeroplane is not refuelled or defuelled whenever a passenger is embarking, disembarking or on board the aeroplane unless —
(a)the aeroplane is properly attended by qualified personnel ready to initiate and direct an evacuation by the most practical and expeditious means available; and
(b)two‑way communication is maintained by use of the aeroplane inter‑communication system or other suitable means between the ground crew supervising the refuelling or defuelling and the qualified personnel on board the aeroplane.
(2)  Nothing in this regulation requires the deployment of integral airstairs or the opening of emergency exits as a prerequisite to refuelling or defuelling.
(3)  Regulation 45 of the Air Navigation (91 — General Operating Rules) Regulations 2018 does not apply to a large aeroplane.