General Knowledge Areas

Question 1

When must “Non-Essential” conversation in the flight deck be avoided?

Answer 1

While manually controlling the aircraft and Medium and High AOVs.

Question 2

What are the requirements for a “Takeoff Config OK” message to be displayed?

Answer 2

A. Autopilot off
B. Parking brake off (brake valve open)
C. Flaps in a takeoff position
D. Spoilers retracted in a takeoff position.
E. Aileron trim set in a takeoff range
F. Rudder trim set in a takeoff range
G. Stab trim set in a takeoff range

Question 3

When will the FMS legs page sequence from “auto” to “inhibit”?

Answer 3

• When the FMS sequences to a discontinuity.
• Reach the FAF or MAP

Question 4

What will cause the FMS legs page to sequence back into “auto” sequencing?

Answer 4

Push the TOGA button or select the Auto Sequence.

Question 5

What items must be briefed on a Visual approach?

Answer 5

Night: a complete approach plate briefing
IAP is to be flown: a complete approach plate briefing
Day:
A. Final approach course
B. Electronic guidance
C. Obstacle clearance
D. Go around procedures, actions, and callouts

Question 6

When exchanging flight controls in flight, what items must be stated?

Answer 6

Aircraft flight status of heading, altitude, and speed

Question 7

While accomplishing UDMC (Under the Direction of Maintenance Control) procedures, can a pilot open cowlings or panels?

Answer 7

NO

Question 8

What are the Descent Speed Profiles?

Answer 8

Early Arrival: 0.74M / 300 knots (250 knots below 10,000 MSL)

On Time / Late Arrival: 0.77M / 320 knots (250 knots below 10,000 MSL)

Question 9

During an instrument approach, when must the flaps be in the final landing configuration?

Answer 9

By the FAF [SOPM