Normal Procedures+N/W/C Flashcards
Coordinate with ground crew before any of the following:
Hydraulic system pressurization Flight control surface movement (excludes trim) Weapons bay door open/close EO/IR extend/retract Aircraft movement
Configuration Check
If there is an incorrect configuration or response:
- Verify the system controls are set correctly
- Check the respective circuit break as required
- Test the respective system light as required
Configuration Check (Before engine start)
Before engine start, use individual system lights to verify the system status. If an individual system light indicates
an improper condition:
1. Verify if the condition has an effect on the aircraft being Mission Capable/safe for flight.
2. Decide if maintenance is required
Configuration Check (during or after engine start)
If, during or after engine start, a red warning light, amber caution light, alert, or CMS message illuminates or is
displayed:
1. Perform the respective emergency procedure.
2. On the ground, verify the aircraft is Mission Capable/safe for flight.
If, during recall, an amber caution illuminates and then extinguishes after a master caution reset:
1. Verify the aircraft is Mission Capable/safe for flight.
Note: The respective emergency checklist/procedure is not required.
Operation in High Bird Activity Areas
When operating in known bird migratory routes and/or bird activity areas, consideration should be given to operation of APU (backup electrical power w/ eng fail).
In addition, consideration should be given to performing one of the following mitigating procedures:
1. Do not exceed 250 KCAS below 10,000 feet MSL.
2. Flight deck personnel don helmets with visor down, so that bird impact damage will not adversely affect
ability to fly aircraft.
Interior Noise Hazards and Hearing Conservation Warning
Unprotected exposure to noise in excess of 85 dBA for more than 8 hours over any 24 hour period may result in temporary hearing loss or permanent hearing damage
During last hour of cruise on long duration overwater flights,
Perform a Fuel Crossfeed Valve check (PM)
Climb Speed Determination
Automatically computed by the FMC and displayed on the CLB page. Also displayed as command speed when VNAV engaged.
Below speed transition altitude (10,000ft), 250 knots or FLAPS UP maneuvering speed, whichever is higher.
FMC provides ECON and ENG OUT climb speeds.
ECON climb speed
Constant speed/constant Mach schedule optimized to obtain minimum aircraft operating cost and is a function of gross weight(predicted weight at T/C), predicted T/C wind, predicted T/C ISA-D, and cost index.
Constant Mach value is set to equal to the economy cruise Mach calculated for the cruise altitude in the FMC.
For very low cruise altitudes, the ECON climb speed is increased above normal values to match ECON CRUISE speed. At the entered cruise altitude.
ECON Climb - FMC Data Unavailable
If FMC data is unavailable, the ECON climb speed below 10,000 ft is 250 knots or Landing Reference Speed (Vref 40) + 70, whichever is higher.
Above 10,000 ft, the ECON climb speed is 280 knots/0.78 Mach
Maximum Rate Climb
Provides both high climb rates and min time to cruise altitude.
Can be approximated by flying FLAPS UP maneuvering speed + 50 knots until intercepting 0.76
Maximum Angle Climb
Normally used for obstacle clearance, MCA, or to reach a specified altitude in a minimum distance. Varies with gross weight and provides approximately same climb gradient as FLAPS UP maneuvering speed.
When applying external power or APU generator power,
the standby hydraulic pump can operate for approximately 4 seconds and may move the rudder and/or thrust reversers. To prevent possible injury, ensure the rudder and thrust reversers are clear of personnel before applying power.
To prevent injury or death, do not enter the weapons bay unless
the Weapon Bay DOOR switch is in the STOP position, the WBDS power indicator (red) is extinguished, the WEAPONS BAY DOOR SAFETY A/B switches are in the OFF position, and the weapons bay door safety lockout pin is installed.
