Aircraft — Passenger doors interface requirements for connection of passenger boarding bridge or passenger transfer vehicle — Part 2: Upper deck doors

This document specifies minimum requirements for dimensions and unobstructed space around upper deck passenger doors on the outer skin of civil transport aircraft, applicable when these doors are designed to accept the connection of existing passenger boarding bridges or transfer vehicles. This document is not applicable to existing models of civil transport aircraft, or derivative models with entry into service up to the year 2000 with the same fuselage, for which the aircraft-mating section of passenger boarding bridges or passenger transfer vehicles is expected to be compatible with ISO 16004.

Aéronefs — Exigences d'interface des portes passagers pour accouplement d'une passerelle passagers ou de véhicules de transfert de passagers — Partie 2: Portes de pont supérieur

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
05-Feb-2025
Current Stage
6060 - International Standard published
Start Date
06-Feb-2025
Due Date
01-Aug-2025
Completion Date
06-Feb-2025

Relations

Effective Date
10-Jun-2023

Overview

ISO 7718-2:2025 is the international standard that defines the minimum requirements for dimensions and unobstructed space around upper deck passenger doors on the outer skin of civil transport aircraft. Its primary focus is ensuring compatibility between aircraft upper deck doors and existing passenger boarding bridges or passenger transfer vehicles. This standard, issued by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), does not apply to aircraft models or their derivatives introduced before the year 2000, which are expected to comply with the legacy specification, ISO 16004.

By establishing clear guidelines for unobstructed space and door interface requirements, ISO 7718-2:2025 streamlines the design and operational compatibility of aircraft with ground support equipment, contributing to enhanced safety, efficiency, and interoperability at airports.

Key Topics

  • Dimensional Requirements
    Specifies the minimum unobstructed area around upper deck doors to enable safe and efficient connection of passenger boarding bridges or transfer vehicles.
  • Fuselage Clearance
    Details exclusions and required free-of-obstruction zones where no exterior features (such as sensors, drains, or access panels) are permitted within the service area.
  • Fuselage Radius
    Recommends a minimum cross-section radius for the fuselage in the interface area, supporting smooth bridge alignment.
  • Door Sill Height Limits
    Addresses the maximum allowable height for passenger door sills to ensure compatibility with standard boarding equipment.
  • Compatibility with Main Deck Bridges
    Notes that boarding bridges serving both upper and main decks must comply with both ISO 7718-1 and ISO 7718-2 requirements.
  • Non-Applicability to Existing Aircraft
    Clarifies that aircraft models or derivatives with entry into service up to 2000 follow the specifications laid out in ISO 16004.

Applications

Adoption of ISO 7718-2:2025 benefits multiple stakeholders across the aviation industry:

  • Aircraft Manufacturers
    Ensures new aircraft designs have well-defined boarding bridge access points on the upper deck, minimizing complicated or custom airport infrastructure modifications.
  • Airport Planning and Ground Support Equipment Providers
    Facilitates investment decisions and maintenance planning by harmonizing passenger boarding bridge specifications for new-generation aircraft.
  • Aircraft Operators and Airlines
    Reduces risk of operational delays or incompatibilities when introducing new aircraft to the fleet, ensuring seamless boarding and passenger transfer processes.
  • Airport Authorities
    Guides long-term infrastructure planning for boarding bridges and passenger transfer vehicles, supporting efficient passenger flow and improved ground handling safety.
  • Standards Conformance and Safety
    Promotes a standardized approach for unobstructed access, helping prevent ground damage and optimizing passenger service workflows.

Related Standards

  • ISO 7718-1: Aircraft - Passenger doors interface requirements for connection of passenger boarding bridge - Part 1: Main deck doors
    Specifies interface requirements for main deck passenger doors.
  • ISO 16004: Aircraft ground equipment - Passenger boarding bridge or transfer vehicle - Interface requirements with aircraft doors
    Pertains to interface requirements for passenger boarding bridges compatible with older aircraft models.
  • SAE AS 6896: Aircraft Markings for Ground Support Equipment Alignment
    Provides guidelines on aircraft markings to support precise docking of ground support equipment.

By adhering to ISO 7718-2:2025, organizations in the aviation industry ensure that evolving aircraft and ground infrastructure remain functionally compatible, operationally efficient, and safe for passengers and personnel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ISO 7718-2:2025 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Aircraft — Passenger doors interface requirements for connection of passenger boarding bridge or passenger transfer vehicle — Part 2: Upper deck doors". This standard covers: This document specifies minimum requirements for dimensions and unobstructed space around upper deck passenger doors on the outer skin of civil transport aircraft, applicable when these doors are designed to accept the connection of existing passenger boarding bridges or transfer vehicles. This document is not applicable to existing models of civil transport aircraft, or derivative models with entry into service up to the year 2000 with the same fuselage, for which the aircraft-mating section of passenger boarding bridges or passenger transfer vehicles is expected to be compatible with ISO 16004.

This document specifies minimum requirements for dimensions and unobstructed space around upper deck passenger doors on the outer skin of civil transport aircraft, applicable when these doors are designed to accept the connection of existing passenger boarding bridges or transfer vehicles. This document is not applicable to existing models of civil transport aircraft, or derivative models with entry into service up to the year 2000 with the same fuselage, for which the aircraft-mating section of passenger boarding bridges or passenger transfer vehicles is expected to be compatible with ISO 16004.

ISO 7718-2:2025 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.100 - Ground service and maintenance equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

ISO 7718-2:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 7718-2:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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International
Standard
ISO 7718-2
Third edition
Aircraft — Passenger doors
2025-02
interface requirements for
connection of passenger boarding
bridge or passenger transfer
vehicle —
Part 2:
Upper deck doors
Aéronefs — Exigences d'interface des portes passagers pour
accouplement d'une passerelle passagers ou de véhicules de
transfert de passagers —
Partie 2: Portes de pont supérieur
Reference number
© ISO 2025
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Requirements . 1
4.1 Minimum obstructed space .1
4.2 Minimum radius of the fuselage .2
4.3 Door sill height.2
4.4 Main deck bridge compatibility .3
Bibliography . 4

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This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 7718-2:2016), which has been technically
revised.
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— the requirements have been revised to be more precise.
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