B737 Limitations [All Limitations] - MASTER DO NOT SHUFFLE Flashcards
[ Revision 3 - 30 Jun 2020 ] These limitations come from FCOM 1. They include all memory items AND non-memory item limitations. They also include the same items but possibly said in other ways. (114 cards)
1
Q
[Autopilot/Flight Director System] # Do not engage the autopilot for takeoff
A
below 400 feet AGL
2
Q
[Autopilot/Flight Director System] # Do not use LVL CHG…
A
on final approach below 1,000 feet AFE.
3
Q
[Fuel] Center tank fuel qty (lbs)
A
28,973 lbs
4
Q
[Engines and APU] # With APU bleed maximum altitude
A
17,000 ft
5
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[Engines and APU] # Reverse Thrust
A
Intentional selection of reverse thrust in flight is prohibited
6
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[Anti–Ice, Rain] # Engine Anti-Ice System - engine anti-ice system must be ON during all ground and flight operations when Icing Conditions exist or are anticipated, except…
A
during climb and cruise when Static Air Temperature (SAT) is below -40°C
7
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[Engines and APU] Normal operating range is marked by…
A
a white arc.
8
Q
[TCAS] Do not use the look-ahead terrain alerting and terrain display functions:
A
Within 15 nm of takeoff, approach or landing at an airport not contained in the GPWS terrain database
9
Q
Which winds should be used for tailwind computations
A
Peak gust wind velocity.
10
Q
[Engines and APU] APU bleed valve must be closed when:
A
- Ground air connected and isolation valve open
- Engine no. 1 bleed valve open
• Isolation valve and engine no. 2 bleed valve open
APU bleed valve may be open during engine start, but avoid engine power above idle
11
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[Fuel] # Center tank fuel pumps must not be “ON” unless
A
personnel are available in the flight deck to monitor low pressure lights
12
Q
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition When flight in moderate or heavy rain, hail or sleet is encountered or anticipated except on short final when landing is assured the engine start switches must be set to
A
FLIGHT and a minimum of 45% N1 must be maintained
13
Q
When crosswinds exceed 20 kts - which type of takeoff should be used?
A
Rolling takeoff
14
Q
[RVSM] maximum allowable IN FLIGHT difference between Captain and First Officer altitude displays for RVSM operations.
A
200 feet
15
Q
[Engines and APU] # Maximum Continuous EGT
A
925º C
16
Q
[Weight Limits] Maximum Landing Weight
A
146,300 lbs
17
Q
[Fire Protection] Aircraft must land within…
A
60 minutes after initial discharge of lower cargo fire suppression system.
18
Q
[Engines and APU] Maximum N1 RPM
A
104%
19
Q
[RVSM] maximum allowable ON THE GROUND altitude display differences for RVSM - [5,001 feet to 10,000 ft, Capt vs 10,000]
A
60 feet
20
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[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - engine start switches must be set to FLIGHT and a minimum of 45% N1 must be maintained
A
When flight in moderate or heavy rain, hail or sleet is encountered or anticipated except on short final when landing is assured
21
Q
[Landing Gear] # Operation with assumed temperature reduced takeoff thrust is not permitted with…
A
anti-skid inoperative
22
Q
Maximum flight operating latitude
A
82 North and 82 South *
23
Q
[Fuel] Defueling or transferring fuel with passengers on board is
A
prohibited.
24
Q
Flight Maneuvering Load Acceleration Limits Flaps Up
A
+2.5g to -1.0g
25
[Engines and APU] # Reduced Thrust - Use of assumed temperature reduced thrust procedures is not allowed when:
* The runway is contaminated with standing water, ice, slush, or snow
* With anti-skid inoperative
* With EEC is in Alternate mode
* The probability of windshear exists
26
[Flight Controls] # Avoid rapid and large alternating control inputs, especially...
in combination with large changes in pitch, roll, or yaw (e.g., large side slip angles) as they may result in structural failure at any speed, including below VA
27
[Flight Controls] # Do not deploy the speedbrakes in flight at
radio altitudes less than 1,000 feet.
28
[Fuel] Center tank fuel pumps must be “OFF” when:
* Center tank fuel is \< 5,000 pounds and aircraft is readied for initial taxi
* Center tank fuel reaches approximately 1,000 pounds during climb
* Center tank fuel reaches 3,000 pounds during descent and landing
29
[Fuel] # Minimum fuel temperature
fuel freeze point of the fuel being used +3° C or –43° C, whichever is higher.
30
# Maximum Takeoff and Landing Tailwind Component
15 knots
31
[Autopilot/Flight Director System] # Do not use LVL CHG on final approach
below 1,000 feet AFE
32
Use rolling takeoff procedures when crosswinds exceed
20 kts.
33
[Autopilot/Flight Director System] # For single channel operation during approach, the autopilot shall not remain engaged
below 50 feet AGL.
34
Which winds should be used for crosswind computations
Steady state wind velocity
35
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - Do not use FMC Takeoff N1 or Vspeed values when:
For maximum thrust takeoff with EEC Alternate mode selected
36
[Flight Controls] # Maximum flap extension altitude is
20,000 ft. pressure altitude
37
[Performance Configuration] Takeoff or landing is not authorized with greater than (dry snow)
4 inches
38
[Air Systems] maximum cabin differential pressure (relief valves)
9.10 psi
39
[Fuel] Center tank fuel pumps must be “OFF” during descent and landing when...
Center tank fuel reaches 3,000 pounds
40
Max Takeoff Weight
174,200#
41
[Fuel] Fuel types used
Jet A, A1. Other types require company approval.
42
maximum demonstrated takeoff and landing crosswind
33 knots on aircraft with blended winglets
43
[RVSM] maximum allowable ON THE GROUND altitude display differences for RVSM - [5,001 feet to 10,000 ft, Capt OR FO & Field Elevation]
75 feet
44
[Fuel] # FOR GROUND OPERATIONS, center tank fuel pump switches must not be
positioned to “ON” unless the center tank fuel quantity exceeds 1000 pounds, except when defueling or transferring fuel.
45
[RVSM] maximum allowable ON THE GROUND altitude display differences for RVSM - [SL-5k, Capt vs FO]
50 feet
46
[Engines and APU] Maximum N2 RPM
105%
47
[Engines and APU] # With APU bleed + electrical load, maximum altitude
10,000 ft
48
[Engines and APU] Aborted start attempts cycle.
If there are multiple aborted start attempts, five minutes cooling is required between the second and third start attempt. A wait of one hour is required after the third start attempt
49
Maximum Takeoff and Landing Altitude
8,400 feet pressure altitude
50
Flight Deck Door Access System
Verify that an operational check of the flight deck door access system has been accomplished according to approved procedures once each flight day.
51
[Fuel] No 1 or No 2 Main tank fuel qty (lbs)
9,144 lbs
52
[Communications] Do not use VHF–3..
for ATC Communications with ACARS operational.
53
Runway contamination recommendations only apply when
the contamination covers more than 25 percent of the runway surface.
54
[Flight Controls]
Alternate flap duty cycle
When extending or retracting flaps with the ALTERNATE FLAPS position switch, allow 15 seconds after releasing the ALTERNATE FLAPS position switch before moving the switch again to avoid damage to the alternate flap motor clutch
After a completed extend/retract cycle, i.e., 0 to 15 and back to 0, allow 5 minutes cooling before attempting another extension
55
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - Electronic Engine Control (EEC) - For takeoff in Alternate mode, BOTH EEC’s must be selected to
Alternate for takeoff.
56
[Flight Controls] # In flight, do not extend the SPEED BRAKE lever beyond the
FLIGHT DETENT
57
Flight Maneuvering Load Acceleration Limits Flaps Down
+2.0g to 0.0g
58
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - Electronic Engine Control (EEC) - For maximum thrust takeoff with EEC Alternate mode selected:
• Do not use FMC Takeoff N1 or Vspeed values • Use of Autothrottle for Takeoff is Prohibited
59
[Anti–Ice, Rain] # Wing Anti-Ice System
Do not use wing anti-ice as a substitute for ground deicing/anti-icing and inspection procedures that are necessary to comply with TEM Deicing manual procedures.
Do not operate wing anti-ice on the ground when the OAT is above 10°C (50°F)
60
[Engines and APU] Maximum and minimum limits are marked with...
a red line
61
[Flight Controls] # Holding in icing conditions
with flaps extended is prohibited
62
[Fuel] Fuel Balance - Random fuel imbalance must not exceed
1,000 pounds for taxi, takeoff, flight, or landing
63
[Flight Controls] # Holding in icing conditions with flaps extended is
prohibited
64
Max Zero Fuel Wt
138,300#
65
[Engines and APU] # Maximum Start EGT
725º C
66
[Flight Management, Navigation] # Vertical Situation Display
When installed, all Non-ILS/Non-Precision Approaches, the PM must have the Vertical Situation Display (VSD) selected ON to enhance Ground/Terrain situational awareness.
67
[Air Systems] # Cabin Altitude Briefing
As part of the takeoff briefing before engine start for the first flight of the day or following any change of either flightcrew member, the PIC shall ensure the Cabin Altitude Warning indications and procedures are briefed in accordance with normal procedures of this manual.
68
[RVSM] maximum allowable ON THE GROUND altitude display differences for RVSM - [SL-5k, Capt OR FO & Field Elevation]
75 feet
69
[Autopilot/Flight Director System] Autothrottle use is recommended during...
takeoff and climb in either automatic or manual flight. During all other phases of flight, autothrottle use is recommended only when the autopilot is engaged
70
Runway slope
+/- 2%
71
[Anti–Ice, Rain] Takeoff is not permitted if there is ...
any cold soaked fuel frost on the upper wing tank surfaces,
or if the cold soaked fuel frost exceeds 1/8 inch (3mm) in thickness on the lower wing tank surfaces
72
[Fuel] Fuel Loading - Main tanks 1 and 2 must be SCHEDULED to be full if...
center tank contains more than 1,000 pounds.
73
Autothrottle use is recommended when...
Autothrottle use is recommended during takeoff and climb in either automatic or manual flight. During all other phases of flight, autothrottle use is recommended only when the autopilot is engaged
74
[Fuel] Fuel Balance - Lateral imbalance between main tanks 1 and 2 must be SCHEDULED to be...
0
75
Do not operate HF radios..
during refueling
76
[Fuel] Center tank fuel pumps must be “OFF” when readied for initial taxi when...
Center tank fuel is \< 5,000 pounds
77
# Turbulent airspeed
280 KIAS/.76M
78
# Maximum speeds
Observe Vmo pointer and gear/flap placards
79
[Anti–Ice, Rain] # Engine Anti-Ice System
The **engine** anti-ice system must be ON during all ground and flight operations when Icing Conditions exist or are anticipated, **except** during climb and cruise when Static Air Temperature (SAT) is below -40°C.
Engine anti-ice must be on prior to and during descent in icing conditions, including temperatures below -40° SAT
80
[Engines and APU] # With APU electrical load, maximum altitude
41,000
81
[Air Systems] maximum allowable cabin differential pressure for takeoff and landing
0.125 psi (236 feet below airport pressure altitude).
82
[Fuel] # Maximum fuel temperature
49° C
83
[Anti–Ice, Rain] # Wing Anti-Ice System - Do not operate wing anti-ice on the ground when
the OAT is above 10°C (50°F)
84
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - CONTINUOUS ignition must be ON (ENGINE START switch in the CONT position) when:
during takeoff and landing and during engine anti–ice operations
85
[Air Systems] do not operate the air conditioning packs in HIGH for takeoff, approach, or landing when...
engine bleed air switches ON
86
[Flight Management, Navigation] Do not operate the weather radar
in a hangar or within 50 feet of any personnel or a fuel spill. Note: The hangar and personnel restrictions do not apply to the weather radar test mode
87
[Flight Controls] # Flaps 15 normal landings are
prohibited. A Flaps 15 landing may be performed when required by a non normal procedure
88
[Engines and APU] Minimum Oil Pressure
13 psi
89
#Maximum Operating Altitude
41,000 feet
90
[Performance Configuration] Takeoff or landing is not authorized with greater than (Slush, standing water, or wet snow)
1/2 inch
91
[Air Systems] With engine bleed air switches ON, do not operate ...
the air conditioning packs in HIGH for takeoff, approach, or landing
92
[Fire Protection] Aircraft must land within 60 minutes after
initial discharge of lower cargo fire suppression system.
93
[Engines and APU] Maximum Time Limit for Takeoff thrust
5 minutes
94
[RVSM] Standby altimeters...
do not meet altimeter accuracy requirements of RVSM airspace.
95
Max Taxi Weight
174,700#
96
[Autopilot/Flight Director System] # Use of aileron trim with autopilot engaged is
prohibited
97
[Engines and APU] Maximum Oil Temperature
155º C maximum
140º C - 155º C allowable for 45 minutes
140º C maximum continuous
98
Do not operate the weather radar...
in a hangar or within 50 feet of any personnel or fuel spill. (hangar and personnel restrictions do not apply to the weather radar test mode.)
99
[Performance Configuration] # Certified for flaps...takeoff..
1, 5, 10, 15 and 25 takeoffs
100
# Minimum Runway Width
98 feet (30 meters)
101
Passenger Evacuation
On flights with one or more occupants in the cabin, all entry door evacuation slide systems must be armed and engagement of the girt bar with door sill verified prior to taxi, takeoff, or landing. On flights with no cabin occupants, only the two forward escape slide retention bars (girt bars) must be installed during taxi, takeoff, and landing.
102
[Fuel] Center tank fuel pumps must be “OFF” during CLIMB when...
Center tank fuel reaches approximately 1,000 pounds
103
Runway contamination recommendations only apply when the contamination covers more than
25 percent of the runway surface.
104
[Engines and APU] Cautionary range is marked by
an amber arc
105
[Fuel] # Do not reset
a tripped fuel pump circuit breaker.
106
[Engines and APU] # Maximum Takeoff EGT
950º C
107
If both the reported braking action and the runway condition are known - which should be used?
the most restrictive.
108
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - during takeoff and landing and during engine anti–ice operations
CONTINUOUS ignition must be ON (ENGINE START switch in the CONT position
109
[Fire Protection] No cargo may be carried in the forward and/or aft cargo compartment if...
the corresponding cargo fire protection equipment is not operational
110
Contaminated Runway Takeoff & Landing Requirement
Takeoff or landing is not authorized with greater than 1/2 inch of slush, standing water, or wet snow on the runway.
For dry snow the maximum depth is 4 inches
111
[Engines and APU] Engine Ignition - Use of Autothrottle for Takeoff is Prohibited
For maximum thrust takeoff with EEC Alternate mode selected
112
[Anti–Ice, Rain] # Engine Anti-Ice System - engine anti-ice system must be ON ...
prior to and during descent in icing conditions, including temperatures below -40° SAT.
113
[Engines and APU] EGT limit for start or operation
APU is FADEC controlled, No applicable EGT limit
114
[Engines and APU] APU bleed valve may be open during engine start, but...
avoid engine power above idle
