LIFUS General Knowledge Flashcards
(239 cards)
1
Q
Pilot Recency requirements?
OMA 4.2.3
A
- 1 in 45
- 3 in 90
Takeoff, App and Landing in aeroplane only
T/O can be performed on the last day of the period, with APP and LDG on the following day
2
Q
New Fuel Policy
When may the commander continue towards the DEST when the expected fuel on arrival is less than ALTN+FRSV?
OMA 8.3.7.2 and OMC 12.3.8.2.9
A
- Commander may continue to DEST if safe landing can be achieved at two different AD with no less than FRF.
- Shall only commit to land after taking into consideration any operational factor that may cause a delay to land
3
Q
What are the general responsibilities of the First Officer?
UAE OMA 1.6.3.2 27-Jan-22 Rev 23
A
- Maintain familiarity with 1) UAE CAR and 2) International air law and proc. 3) EK OMs
- Assist and support The Commander concerning admin duties and maintaining proper standards
Familiarity as to be able to fullfill their functions
Standards: SOP, crew discipline and personal appearance.
4
Q
What are the specific responsibilities of the First Officer (10 items)
Card is abridged for space and ease of recollection.
UAE OMA 1.6.3.3 27-Jan-22 Rev 23
A
- Carry out flight duty to SOP and limitations
- Safe A/C navigation and terrain clearance
- Comply with FPLN and Commander Instructions and notify him of changes
- Volunteer favourable advice, info, assistance to the Commander*
- Seek necessary information from the Commander as to fullfill duties
- Maintain high standards of discipline, appearance, conduct
- Actively promote and maintain a high professional atmosphere and crew morale
- Carry out duties of CC on flights without CC
- Insure proper and current personal documentation and notify The Commander of any issue before departure
- Cross check Commanders documents
*FO shouldn’t hesitate to suggest an alternative course of action
5
Q
What is the CRM Intervention model?
CRM Manual 4.9.5.1
A
- Ask (Why?)
- Suggest (How)
- Direct (State not ok with time avail)
- Take Over (State not ok and no time avail)
Use the word uncomfortable
6
Q
What are the commanders specific responsibilites?
OMA 1.5.3
A
- Ensure safety and security of all crew, PAX and cargo and has the authority to give all commands necessary for that.
- Safe operation of A/C
- Ensure A/C is operated under EK Ops policy, checklists and comply with foregin requirements.
- Has authority to disembark a PAX or cargo that may cause a hazard.
- Not allow intoxicated PAX on board
- Right to refuse carriage of deportees and criminals.
- Ensure PAX are briefed on emergency exits and equipment.
- Ensure dispatch WX requirement is met.
- Ensure proper re-fueling when engineer is not available
- Ensure correct W&B of A/C.
- Ensure Crew and PAX are in their correct seats in T/O, Taxi and LDG.
- Ensure required documents are on board.
- Ensure Pre-flight inspection is done.
- Ensure crew and PAX compy with non-smoking.
- Confirm safe navigation of the A/C
- Shall check physically the documents of other flight crew
- Report any hazards to ATC
7
Q
FO Ops restrictions?
OMA 5.2.4.4
A
Shall not conduct T/O and LDG:
* RWYCC < 5
* X/W > 20kt gust included
* Commander only AD
* RVR/VIS is ≤ 500m
* Autoland and LVO
Can be waived during command training
8
Q
When can an FO relieve the PIC?
OMA 5.2.3
A
Above FL 200
9
Q
What is the maximum FDP extention using in-flight rest?
A
- In bunk (half of rest is credited and extention up to 18 for FC)
- In seat (Third of rest and MAX FDP is 15 hrs)
Add one hour to CC
Less than 3 hours does not count
10
Q
What is the approach category for A380?
OMA 8.1.5.3.1
A
C
11
Q
Where is the contact info for the company? VPNC etc
A
OMA 2.4.1
OMC 1.3.1
12
Q
Min CC requirement A380?
OMA 4.3.1
A
- 2 Class is 19
- 3 Class is 18
16 CC and one SCCM for each deck (PUR and CSV)
ULA1 and UR1A shall always be occupied
13
Q
What is the reporting time for FC on LRV sectors and normal sectors?
OMA 7.E.2 and 7.6.1
A
Both: Base 1:25 hr
Outstation: Normal is 1:00 and LRV 1:15
14
Q
What is the minimum post flight duty time?
OMA 7.6.1
A
30 min
15
Q
Hows shall crew go about ATC readbacks when one pilot is both PM and PF?
OMA 8.3.20.1.3
A
Adding an addtional confirmation readback prior to executing a clearance
16
Q
Headsets shall be used as follows:
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.6
A
- ATC Departure Clearance
- On ground with ENG running
- Below 10,000 AAL/Transition ALT (*)
- When operating more than one radio
- One pilot in operating seat
- One pilot conducts controlled rest
- When deemed necessary by PIC
(*) whichever comes later
17
Q
ICAO Loss of Comms Proc.
LIDO
A
18
Q
What is Estimated App Time
LIDO
A
EAT (Estimated Approach Time): Given to A/C if delay of 10 Min or more expected. Given best before TOD and updated if changes by 5 min or more.
It shall be also be given if A/C is expected to hold more than 30 min and is transmitted with the holding fix info.
It’s the estimated time to start the STAR
19
Q
When is the sterile flight deck policy applicable?
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.1 Rev 23
A
- Departure: Final Door closure and ends with passing 10,000 AAL
- Arrival: Passing 25,000 AAL during descent until first aeroplane door is opened
After T/O Normal communication between flight deck and cabin after seat belt signs are switched off
20
Q
Define the no contact period policy of EK
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.1.2 Rev 23
A
CC shall not contact the flight crew during the no contact period;
* Departure: T/O roll untill gear retraction
* Arrival: Extention of landing gear until A/C vacates the RWY
21
Q
What shall flight crew do on PA when take-off is imminent?
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.8 Rev 23
A
“Cabin crew prepare for departure” on PA
22
Q
When and how may the commander release the cabin crew for their in-flight duties?
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.15 Rev 22
A
- Flaps fully retracted, and
- Above 5000 AAL, and
- No or light TURB expected
- extinguish seatbelt sign
- cycling seatbelt sign
- Calling Purser
- via PA “CC cleared for duties”
23
Q
Cabin communication and breifing prior arrival policy
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.18 Rev 22
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.20 Rev 22
A
- Flight crew shall inform purser 20 min before TOD and make an arrival PA
- Flight crew shall conduct the approach breifing not more than 20 min before TOD after independently reviewing charts and FMS entries.
If too busy to make the PA, may delegate TOD PA to purser then conduct it when approriate
24
Q
How are FANS 1/A+ and ATN denoted on the ATC FPL?
UAE OM-C 4.2.1
A
Z/ D1 (FANS 1/A) G1 (ATN)
J1 ATN J2-5 FANS
25
# A380
What is EK fleet CNS capability?
| (Communication, Navigation Surveillance)
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 4.2
* All Fleet have FANS 1/A+ and PBCS compliant
* All RR 380 and some GP 380 have ATN B1
| (GP are EOJ-EOM)
26
What is the main difference between ATN B1 and ACARS bases systems?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 4.1
ATN: ATN B1 (VHF only)
ACARS: FANS 1/A+ and ADS-C (HF, VHF, SATCOM)
ATN is faster and more reliable and is set to phase out FANS CPDLC but still no equivalent ot ADS-C
27
* What does FANS 1/A+ split into?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 4.2.1 Rev 175
* CPDLC
* ADS-C
28
What is the difference between ADS-B and C?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 4.3.1 4.3.2
* ADS-B uses **mode S XPDR** to broadcast position info to ATC (line of sight limitation approx 120nm)
* ADS-C uses FANS 1/A+ via **satellite** to transmit position info to ATC replacing position reports and creates radar environment in remote airspace.
| ADS-C is set to replace CPDLC
## Footnote
B is for broadcast
C is for Contract
29
When is ADS-C established with NCC?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 4.3.2
Automatically when airborne indicated by connection to DXBEGEK
30
When transiting betwen FANS 1/A+ or ATN B1 CPDLC airspace, is there any pilot action involved?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 4.4
No, its fully automatic
31
Where may the pilot find the SATCOM numbers?
OMC 1.3.3
32
What is the EK policy on use of autopilot and A/THR?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.18 Rev 23
* FD and A/THR Shall always be on
* AP shall always be engaged above 20,000 MSL
* FMS entries during high worload times shall be done by PM and reduced to essential items
## Footnote
Environmental conditions permitting manual flight is encourage through T/O and LDG phases during low workload conditions
33
When will crew set STD?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.3.2 Rev 22
When **climbing** to a FL and approaching the TA
| (approaching TA means within 1000')
34
When will the crew set QNH?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.3.2 Rev 22
When cleared to descend to an altitude with **no planned FL restrictions**
35
Stablization criteria
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.27 Rev 23
* **Established** on the lateral and vertical path at FAP
* 1000 **AAL** Should be in full landing config without speedbrakes
* At latest 500 **AAL**:
1. Speed to be **VREF to Vapp +10**
2. Appropriate thrust
3. All C/L completed
| **AAL** not **RA**
## Footnote
Established means **one dot (half of the full scale deflection)** and not half dot as in the PM callout
36
What is the EK initial turn and AOB at departure policy?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.13 Rev 22
No turns **shall** be initiated below 400ft unless procedurally required.
Max AOB:
* 15º below 200 AGL
* 15º (20º with specific approval at 200-400 AGL
* 30º above 400 AGL
37
PA Guideline
* Done 10-15 min before departure with coordination with PUR
* Shall be done in arabic
* Shall make tarmac delay PA at US DEST
38
# **In-flight Fuel Management**
What is the frequency of in-flight fuel checks and what is the crew checking for?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.7.1 (FCI 2024-008)
Regular intervals not exceeding 60 min and shall be recorded.
1. Compare actual to planned consumption
2. Check that usuable rem. fuel suffices to complete the flight
3. Determine the useable fuel that is expected to remain upon landing at the destination
| Number 3 is new
39
# **In-flight Fuel Management**
What are the appropriate corrective actions for a negative fuel check trend?
| (if fuel leak can be positively excluded)
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.7.1 Rev 22
* Decreasing speed/CI
* Request DCT routes and Optimum FL
* Nominating a closer suitable DEST ALTN
40
# **In-flight Fuel Management**
What does "MINR" stand for and what does it include"
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.7.1 Rev 22
Minimum Fuel Required
1. Remaining Trip Fuel
2. ALTN Fuel
3. Final Res
## Footnote
Does not inlude Contingency/ADDL/Extra. Any fuel used up from those **should** be investigated for possible reasons.
41
What are augmenting crew responsibilities?
## Footnote
OMA 8.3.10.1.3
* Participate in all breifings
* Monitor the flight path and PF/PM
* Monitor ATC
42
Minimum experience to act as a safety pilot
## Footnote
OMA 5.2.6
Min 6 months **or** 200hr on type
43
When controlled rest shall not be planned?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.10.1.8 Rev 24
* Periods of high workload (FL changes, poor wx etc.)
44
What are some considerations to be taken when conducting controlled rest?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.10.1.8 Rev 24
* It should not exceed 40 mins
* Attend to physilogical needs before rest
* PF to Verify comm system is configured properly and operational
* Cater for a 20 minute post wakeup period without duties
* After end of rest Confirm with ATC cleared FL and check Comm system operational
45
What is the flight crew responsibility when carrying dangerous goods?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 9.3.1.1 Rev 21
* Signature of NOTOC and keep it readily available
* Relay dangerous goods info to realtive ATSU in emergencies
* Other operating flight crew (e.g. transit stop) must be privy of the NOTOC
* If unable to personally handover A/C to other crew, leave a message onboard to the other crew.
* Report any realted accidents/incidents through relevant ASR
* NOTOC **must** remain accessible quickly
46
What is the ROD policy
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.21 Rev 22
## Footnote
Save for momentary excursions
47
What sort of WX activity **preclude** a pilot from conducting an approach, landing or takeoff?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.2.2.1
* Microburst Alert
* Horizontal separation of at least 3nm cannot be achieved from severe WX when A/C is < 1000' AGL
48
Can crew select REV IDLE on WET RWY and under what conditions?
## Footnote
UAE-BA7-A3L-FCOM-PRO-NOR-SOP-160
* Surface condition is WET and reported GOOD (5/5/5)
* Calculation with LDPA using medium to poor with No REV credit is within **LDA**. (RWYCC 2)
| Airbus recommends max rev on Wet rwys
49
BTV operational limitations
**Cant** be used on contaminated RWY and/or fails affecting LDG perf (e.g. REV INOP ) or a crosscheck error of LDA more than 35m on OANS
Will be affected by GNSS interference
**Can** be used in CONF 3 and Full on WET or DRY RWY in any LW
| BTV disarms of GA is done below 500 RA
50
Deceleration target of BTV?
10 knots at 65m from exit or 300m from RWY end (whichever comes first)
51
When is ROW armed?
No BTV: 500 RA
BTV: 300 RA
52
What input does BTV use to calculated LD?
* Above 600 RA inserted inputs in APP and estimated LW
* Below 600 RA actual conditions
| BTV considers 400m flare in initial calculation then uses IR data
53
Max difference between OANS and Lido RWY length?
35m, otherwise cannot use BTV
54
Which exit should be chosed as per procedure using BTV?
Exit after WET line
55
What is the policy on RETO/RETI?
| Reduced Engine Taxi IN/OUT
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.7.1.1 Rev 23
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.7.1.2 Rev 23
* RETO: May be conducted in **exceptional** cirmustances (extended ground hold) **or** if CCI/CONOTAM says so
* RETI: Shall be applied whenever **practical** during **normal** ops
56
What is the speed limit below 10,000 and when it may be exceeded?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.7.Rev 23
Speed below 10,000 AAL **shall** not exceed 250kts or minimum clean whichever greater.
## Footnote
May be exceeded if SID/STAR requires it, or ATC requires it or waives the speed restriction save for USA airspace
57
Taxi from RHS is not allowed when :
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.1.7 Rev 22
* Visual docking system calibrated to P1
* 180 degree turn required
58
Carriage of weapons policy?
## Footnote
OMA 9.18
Prohibited in cabin or Flight deck or anywhere accessible in flight.
VIP escorts must have their weapons unloaded put in the hold and have the munition stored separately.
NOTOC must be provided
59
Where to find emergency repsonse drill code and procedure for dangerous goods?
Code in NOTOC
decipher on tabe 9.1 in OMA
60
Where can crew find conditions of carrying Wheelchair and mobility aid spare battery carriage requirements?
OMA 9.5
61
Where to find the provisions for dangerous goods carried by PAX or Crew/
OMA 9.4.3.3
62
What does a FD security search include?
## Footnote
OMA 10.5.5.1
* All Seats and seat pouches
* Life Jacket
* All Stowage compartments
* Coat Closet
* The walls and ceiling
* complete floor area
63
FC procedure in case of hijack?
## Footnote
OMA 10.5.6.1
* Ensure cockpit door remains closed
* XPDR 7500
* Advise ATC with as much information
* LAND ANSA
* Contact VP-NC and follow their instructions
64
What is the LRBL on A380?
MR5
65
Policy of crew change at transit stops
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.4.6.3 Rev 21
IB crew shall remain onbaord until the A/C has been handed over to OB crew which in turn shall conduct a transit security search
66
What is the crew component required to be onboard on the ground during a turnaround?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.4.2 Rev 22
All Cabin Crew
One Flight Deck in cockpit
67
When shall the company ID be made visible? When may it be removed in flight?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.4.2 Rev 22
Crew shall prominently display their company ID cards while onboard and restricted areas of the airport
Crew ID may be removed after take-off once crew are released for the service and wear it again at TOD.
68
Is giving access allowed to a person claiming to be an inspector and unwilling to provide proper ID ?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.4.4 Rev 22
No. Authorities shall only be allowed when proper ID is presented. Such an incident shall be reported to the police/ground staff.
69
What is the policy on expired airside permits or staff at some outstations due admin reasons?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.4.4 Rev 22
Prior permitting access to A/C the purser **shall** verify the authenticity of said ID with EK ground staff and inform the PIC
70
What shall crew insure when some PAX are to remain onboard in transit or turnarounds?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.4.6.1 Rev 21
Remaining PAX must identify their bags and crew then conduct the pre-flight security check before the joining pax board
71
When shall the cockpit door be secured on duty?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.5.2 Rev 22
When the last door closes for departure until the first door opens for disembarkation.
72
Identify and define the bomb threat classifications
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.5.4.1 Rev 26
* RED: Specific threat that identifies a target or made by a t.e.r.r.o.r.i.s.t organisation and judged credible by DSVP EGS.
* Green: Vague threat which does not identify a target or specific group of targets and lacks credibility.
73
When shall the Bomb on Board C/L be actioned?
## Footnote
UAE OM-A 10.5.4.1 Rev 26
* RED Bomb threat
* Device is discovered in flight and EGS assessment not possible and PIC assesses that the device is a bomb
74
Oberver/Jumpseat use in case of personal travel
## Footnote
PAPM 8.1
* FD jumpseat can be used where no PAX seats are available in the cabin. Request to be done 90 min prior with a valid ticket and must get approval from the commander.
* If jumpseat is already occupied by operating crew then it cant be availed
* Have valid EK ID
* Must not consume alcohol
* permitted to use fwd stairs
* not permitted to CRC
* Must not be given UC1 in a 2 class
* Exit FD in restricted Airspace
75
Are CC jumpseat allowed on personal travel?
## Footnote
PAPM 8.2
Only for duty or compassionate travel
76
What warrants a PSR? (**shall**)
## Footnote
OMA 11.7
* Departure in curfew
* Tarmac Delays in USA/Canada
* SAFA inspection
* Missing A/C Documents
* Policies that conflict with CRAR
* Offloading PAX
* CoNOTAM says so
77
When **should** a PSR be done?
| not shall
## Footnote
OMA 11.7
* CPDLC/ATN/FANs anomaly
* relevant feedback on CCI and company policies
78
# Designation of Commander
When a flight is operated by an augmented crew of at least two captains and is preceded by a layover, who is the designated commander? How about training flights?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 1.5.1 27-Jan-22 Rev 23
The commander of the preceding sector remains the designated commander during the duration of the layover until the reporting time of the next flight.
| Training Captain is designated Commander irrespective of seniority.
79
If none either of visibility or RVR is reported, can a commander T/O?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.2 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Yes, if the commander can determine that the RVR/VIS along the T/O RWY is at or above minima
80
Under what RVR **shall** LVP be in force?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
when RVR is **less** than and not including 400m
81
TABLE showing T/O minima
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.5.3.2
82
TABLE showing company LDG minima
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.5.3.3.1
83
What is the policy for A380 fuel LMC?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.8.6.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
Not permitted
84
What is least thing flight crew shall review during flight preparation?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.13 14-Jul-2021 Rev 24
* OFP
* WX and NOTAMS (*)
* Relevant SCB, FCI, ACIs
* Documents carried by crew
* Augmented flight crew rest strategy
| (*)WX and NOTAMS of DEP,DEST, DEST ALTN, AND ERA's for the first hour
## Footnote
After the review, an interactive threat-based breifing including mitigation shall be conducted
85
What is the list of valid documents that shall be carried by flight crew?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.12.2 14-Jul-2021 Rev 24
* FCL
* Medical
* Passport with approproate visa
* Certificate of vaccination
* Company ID
* UAE E-Gate card
## Footnote
in case of document loss at outstation NCC can coordinate GCAA approval for crew to operate back
86
What is the validity of the daily maintenance check?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.11.2.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
48 hours
| should be valid until planned arrival at next station
87
Minimum RFFS category for A380 at Departure and Destination
| Revenue Flight
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.4 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
10
| Temporary downgrade by NOTAM for 72hrs Max to Cat 8
88
Minimum RFFS category for A380 at ALTN (T/O, En-route, Dest ALTN)
| Revenue Flight
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.4 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
8
89
Minimum RFFS category for A380 in the case of Driftdown/Depressurization ALTN
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.4 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
6
90
Are **operations** to AD with lower than min RFFS cateogries allowed
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.4 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Yes, under exceptional circumstances and special approval. They will be specifically annotated on OM-C / CoNOTAM
91
Can a commander **divert** to an AD regardless of the RFFS category?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.4 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Yes, if the pilot's judgement after considering all prevailing circumstance that it would be safer to divert.
92
# Performance Requirements
What is a damp runway? Any special consideration?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.1.2 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Surface is not dry but the moisture on it does not give a shiny appearance. **Shall** be considered **wet**
93
# Performance Requirements
When is a RWY Wet?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.1.3 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
When the surface is covered by water less or equal than **3mm** or equivalent depth of slush/loose snow. Or when the moisture is sufficient to make the RWY appear **reflective** **without** areas of **standing water**
94
# Performance Requirements
When is a RWY contaminated?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.1.3 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
More than 25% of RWY is covered by:
1. More than 3mm of water and equivalent slush/loose snow
2. Compacted snow
3. Ice (Wet and Dry)
95
What is the Airbus definition of the In-Flight Landing Distance? (LD) and what margin is applied to it to calculated the Factored Landing Distance (FLD)
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.13-14 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Achievable LD without margins assuming realistic conditions from threshold to touchdown and deceleration to full stop.
The FLD margin factor is x1.15
96
If a runway contains multiple RWYCC codes, what shall be used for the performance calculation?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
The most conservative one. (A calculation must be made on both end spectrums of the contamination depth).
97
When is it permitted to take off on icey runways as an exemption?
If treated with sand/chemicals and CCI denotes the exemption
98
If a runway contains multiple RWYCC codes, what shall be used for the performance calculation?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
The most conservative one. (A calculation must be made on both end spectrums of the contamination depth).
99
Minimum width of treated RWY for A380?
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.2.6.3
45m
100
What additional limitations apply during contaminated RWY Ops?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.2.6.3 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* TOGA
* Prohibited ops on untreated icey RWYs
* T/O prohibited if initial climb icing is forecast/reported as severe
* RTO if A/C does not accelerate properly
* Minimum 45m of cleared/treated RWY for A380
* Snownbanks shall be limited to a height that provides protection from ingestion or damage to A/C structure
101
When **shall** a TO ALTN be nominated?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.1.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
When performance, operational or met conditions preclude a return to the departure AD within **950nm**.
As a form of airmanship consider fails that affect LAND capability after departure (e.g. flaps stuck at departure gives you LAND1)
## Footnote
TO ALTN WX must be** at or above** minima (RVR/VIS) and **ceiling minima** for **APV/NPA** approaches -/+ 1 hr ETA
102
What condition makes an AD isolated?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.1.5 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Dest ALTN is more than 2 hours away + final reserve fuel and only be used by approval from GCAA and flight ops
| **normal cruise **consumption above DEST
103
When are **two** DEST ALTN required instead of the normal one alternate?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.1.6 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* WX -/+ 1hr ETA below **applicable planning minima**
* No MET info available
| both ALTN shall be specified in the OFP
104
What defines a NPA? What consideration is given when conducting it
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.2.3 14-Jul-2022 Rev 24
Instrument app that utilized lateral but not vertical guidance. It **should** be flown as CDFA
| CDFA means no level off required between FAF and flare
105
What are the **DEST** **planning** minima for CAT I/II/III, APV and NPA?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.3 14-Jul-2022 Rev 24
WX is at or above Applicable landing minima (RVR or visibility)
| ETA -/+ 1 hour
106
What are the **DEST ALTN/Fuel ERA/Isol AD** **planning** minima for CAT I/II/III, APV and NPA?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.3 14-Jul-2022 Rev 24
WX at or above Planning Minima
* CAT II/III = CAT 1 (RVR only i.e. 550m)
* CAT I = NPA (RVR and ceiling*)
* APV & NPA = NPA minima+ 200ft/1000m (RVR and ceiling*)
* Circling = Circling min
* Visual = VMC
| ETA -/+ 1 hour
## Footnote
Ceiling **shall** be at or above MDH
107
Which RVR zone values are controlling for CAT I, NPA and APV ops?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.3 14-Jul-2022 Rev 24
Touchdown zone RVR or VIS relevant
| RVR is only authorized with VIS below 800m
108
What is the **In-Flight** minima in all other cases for CAT I/II/III NPA APV?
| **Applicable** to DEST, DEST ALTN, TO ALTN, ISOL ALTN, ERA
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.3.3 14-Jul-2022 Rev 24
Applicable landing minima (RVR for CAT 2/3 and RVR or VIS for CAT 1 APV and NPA.
109
When shall CMV never be used?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.4 14-Jul-2022 Rev 24
LIDO Route Manual 1.7.3.4.6.1.3
1. Determining T/O Minima,
2. any RVR minima < 800m, or
3. When RVR is reported
4. When both V and R minima are stipulated on the IAP as pictured(LIDO)
110
# Considering DEST, DEST ALTN, ERA
How would you regard the TREND "**BECMG AT**" considering deterioration and improvement?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.6.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Considered at the **start** of the change including mean wind but gusts may be disregarded
| ETA -/+ 1 Hour
111
# Considering DEST, DEST ALTN, ERA
How would you regard the TREND "**BECMG/BECMG FM or TL/BECMG FM...TL**" considering deterioration and improvement?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.6.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* Deterioration: at start
* Improvement: at end
| ETA -/+ 1 Hour
## Footnote
including mean wind but gusts may be disregarded
112
# Considering DEST, DEST ALTN, ERA
How would you regard the TREND "**TEMPO, TEMPO FM, TEMPO TL, TL PROB 30/40**" considering deterioration and improvement?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.6.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* **Transient** deterioration and any improvement: Not Applicable
* **Persistent** conditions deterioration: Applicable with mean wind excluding gusts
| ETA -/+ 1 Hour
## Footnote
persistent such as HZ, BR, FG, DU, SS, Continuous precipitation
113
# Considering DEST, DEST ALTN, ERA
How would you regard the TREND "**PROB TEMPO**" considering deterioration and improvement?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.6.1 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
May be disregarded
114
What does Contingency Fuel consider?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.11 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* Deviations of an individual A/C from expected consumption data
* Deviations from forecast met conditions
* Deviations from planned routings and/or cruising levels
115
What is the Reduced Contingency Fuel Procedure? (RCF)
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.3 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
When planning a flight with Decision Points (DP) en route. The minumum fuel is the same as in the basic procedure except for the contingency. (Basically chopping up the trip from one leg to multiple intermediate legs as not to carry contingency based on the entire trip leg).
The contingency **should** be the **greater** of 5% of the fuel consumption from the DP to the DEST or 3% of the fuel from the DP to the Fuel ERA
116
What are the elements of the cabin crew briefing?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.1 Rev 22
* Flight Crew Intro
* FC Roles and responsibilities
* Expected taxi time, flight time and CRZ ALT
* Expected WX and periods of turbulence
* Policy to access flight deck if not std
* Any security related requirement (during duty or layover)
117
What is the EK policy of how much fuel to tanker? Can a commander deviate from it?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.6 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
lesser of MLW/RLW - 1%.
Yes a commander may carry up to MLW/RLW or consider carrying less due to rwy conditions.
| based on EZFW
118
# **UPDATED**
What consideration is there to tankering with cold soaked fuel on the **A380**?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.6.1 Flight Ops Update 516
**Should** not **plan** to arrive with **>** 25T Fuel when:
* FT> 4hrs: is FSCT OAT at DEST **≥** 20ºC or,
* 2hrs < FT < 4hrs: FCST OAT **≥** 15ºC and,
* FSCT precipitation or condensation (BR or HZ excluded)
| avoiding unnecessary cost for de-icing
## Footnote
This is only a dispatch requirement and not applicable in-flight
119
What is the min fuel in case of "In-Flight Replanning Procedure?"
| NCC redirection due to commercial interests
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.5 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
* Trip for remainder of the flight
* Contingency (5 or 3 % remainder of the trip fuel)
* ALTN
* FRSV
* ADDNL (if Required)
* Extra (by Commander)
120
What is the ISOL AD min fuel procedure? Any additional considerations
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.4 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
Same as Basic Procedure except that **ADDNL** is **minimum of 2 hours in addition of FRSV** at normal CRZ consumption.
A point of safe return (PSR) will be depicted and a **two hours** before PSR a recalculated PSR **shall** be performed by Dispatch and relayed to the crew.
121
What should the contingency fuel amount be?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.11 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
The higher of:
* 5% of Trip fuel (3% in case of a fuel suitable ERA), or
* 5 min holding at 1500 above destination at holding speed in ISA
122
What does Taxi fuel consider?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.11 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Fuel expected to be used prior to T/O including APU consumption
123
What is Emirate's policy regarding minimum amount of fuel to be carried?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.2 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Carry the minimum fuel required corrected for ZFW changes shown on the ACARS preliminary loadsheet
124
What is the minimum fuel required as per the Basic Procedure? And until when is it applicable?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.2 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* Taxi
* Trip
* Cont 3.0/5.0
* ALTN
* FRSV
* ADDNL
* Extra (by commander)
| applicable till refueling is done and bowser released
125
Where may a pilot find the legend to decode the EK-OFP
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.1
126
# Decoding LIDO OFP
Elaborate on item 8
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
* Company Route, or,
* MFT: Min Fuel
* MTT: Min Time
* MCT: Min Cost
* MDT: Min Distance
* DEFRTE: Dispatcher Defined
* NAT B: Designated OTS Track
127
Elaborate on 11
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
A380 En-Route Reclearance
128
Elaborate on 12
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
OFP 5/0/0
1st number is OFP Sequence
2nd Number are RCF DP points with zero being RCF not utilized
3rd is ETOPS with 0 non ETOPS
129
Elaborate on 13
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
Time of WX prognosis in OFP calculation; 6-24 UTC. It is based on the STD+ET+ETA ALTN
| WAFS WX
130
How often are EK-OFP FCST updated and what are their validity?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
FCST are updated on 3hr intervals valid **36** hrs each.
131
At what intervals are upper wind data validated into Lido and are they used on the spot?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
Every 6 hours starting from 00:00UTC
They can only ne uploaded to FMS after 4:30hrs delay to complexity of calculations required
132
Elaborate on item 14
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
**Calculated T/O Time** used by Eurocontrol IFPS
| Integrated Initial Flight Plan Processing System
133
What are the available contigency scenarios under 17
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
* Statistical (CONT 99,95,90)
* 5% or 3%
* CONT 20 MINS
* MIN/MAX CONT
* CONT (RCF Procedure)
134
What are the conditions for FRSV on Lido OFP?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
30 min @ 1500' over the ALTN under ISA and **anticipated weight**
135
What is the range of the CID on the OFP? And define VSOPS CID
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
Cost index 10-250.
VSOPS is triggered by **arrival** delays and is purely an opertaional cost index that speeds a flight up if late by 5+ mins and slows it down if early by 15+ min.
| Variable Speed Ops
## Footnote
VSOPS reverts back to default CID if flight is delayed more than 5hrs
136
What are TRM and ITT on items 73 and 74?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.3.1
TRM: OB Magnetrick TRK
ITT: OB Initial True TRK
137
Elaborate on items 76 and 77
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
Wind is 230º/021kts
SR/TDEV are Shear rate and delta ISA
So the Shear rate is 02 and ISA +14
138
Define wind shear rate in OFP?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
Change of wind speed per 1000'
139
What is the MORA on lido nav log OFP base on?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
10 nm on either side of route centerline
140
What do the + and = signs mean on the Nav lop?
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
"+" Compulsory reporting point
"=" FIR Boundary
141
Explain the relationship of ETA ATA RTA
## Footnote
UAE OM-C 10.1.7.1.4
* ETA is Airborne time + accumulated sector times (STM)
* ATA is the Actual time of arrival over a waypoint
* RTA is ATA + STM
142
What destinations do not require a GD?
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.12.3
Australia and New Zealand
143
In regards to the list of the documents that shall be carried on board, what should the crew consider in the case of the theft or loss of any of those documents?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.12.1 14-Jul-2021 Rev 24
Advise NCC in case of **missing** documents. Operation is **permitted** to continue to a destination where replacements can be provided
144
What is the list of valid documents that shall be carried by flight crew?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.12.2 14-Jul-2021 Rev 24
* FCL
* Medical
* Passport with approproate visa
* Certificate of vaccination
* Company ID
* UAE E-Gate card
## Footnote
in case of document loss at outstation NCC can coordinate GCAA approval for crew to operate back
145
What does EK consider when determining the minimum alternate fuel?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.7.1.4 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
Cost Index 0 and 60nm (track miles)
146
After accepting the OFP, what is the minimum entry that shall be recorded before submitting the master copy back to EK?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.10 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
The entire first page and the ETA (or revised ETA) and ATA for significant waypoints and comply with the in flight fuel check requirement as per OM-C
147
Which manuals are required to be carried on board?
| can they be soft copies?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.12.4 14-Jul-2021 Rev 24
OM A/B/C/E
| electronic versions acceptable as per EFB manual
148
What does X-Check with avionics not check for?
EO ACC ALT
TO Shift
RWY Ident
149
# **Dispatch Policy**
Above what surface mean wind speed shall an AD be considered closed?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.8.1 Rev 22
60kts
150
# **Thunderstorms **
How **shall** strong WX radar echoes be avoided if no alternative course of action is possible?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.8.2 Rev 22
* At and BLW FL200: At least 10 NM
* ABV FL 200: At least 20 NM
| Cockpit lights **should** be set to high intensity if lightning expected
151
# **Wake Turbulence**
What is the WTC/WTG of A380?
| wake turbulence category/group
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.9 Rev 22
WTC Super ( J )
WTG A
152
What **shall** a **handover briefing** include when handing over your station to a pilot relieving them from duty?
| Any additional things a **commander** should brief **SIC**?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.10.1.3 Rev 22
* Position, cleared route, FL
* ATC/FIR environment, boundaries, clearances and restrictions
* Threats and mitigation (WX, Terrain etc.)
* DEST and ALTN WX
* Fuel and A/C Status
* ANy relevant information
## Footnote
Commander should also brief SIC: Severity of a **non-normal even**t that requires the commander to be notified and the level of **operational decision** that requires the commander's authority (unable to meet, anticipated diversion etc)
153
Can additional flight crew members be tasked with calculating takeoff performance data?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.10.1.5 Rev 24
They **shall** not
154
What are the Safety Pilot duties and what sort of flights they arent to be rostered on?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.10.1.7 Rev 24
* Assume an operating role at anytime required by the trainer
* Assume their operating seat whenever the commander leaves for physiological reasons
* Conduct the walkaround at the trainer's discretion
## Footnote
They will not be rostered on Augmented LR ops
155
What is the EK policy on the Use of the Fasten Seat Belt Sign?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.11.3 Rev 22
* Taxi, Takeoff and all phases of flight below 10,000 AAL
* At or below 25,000 AAL during descent
* Whenever deemed necessary by the commander (Turbulence)
## Footnote
in case of anticipated delay signs may be delayed to 10,000 AAL in descent
156
What is the EK policy on admission to the flight deck?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.12 Rev 22
* Visits by passengers to flight deck are not permitted
* When any person intends to leave the flight deck the area outside must be clear of PAX
* Adhere to the table in 8.3.12.1 for anyone occupying the Flight Deck Jump Seat (provided official ID and authorization)
157
When shall flight crew incapacitation be suspected ?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.14.1 Rev 22
When flight crew does not respond to:
1. Two verbal communications above 1000 AGL
2. One verbal communication below 1000 AGL
3. Any verbal communication associated with significant deviation from the intended flight path
158
What are the steps to be followed after a flight deck crew confirms the other is incapacitated?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.14.1 Rev 22
* Takeover immediatly and ensure safe condition
* Engage AP
* Declare Emergency (*)
* Call CC to cockpit to remove the pilot from controls (*)
* Evaluate Operational flight aspects
* Determine suitability of en-route altn. (^)
| (*) When appropriate
## Footnote
(^)ALTN WX should ideally be above CAT I Minima
FO's may conduct an autoland CAT II/III approach
If incapacitation occurs during approach to land, remaining pilot may continue approach if safe.
159
A/C documents to be carried on each flight in the documents folder:
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.12.1
160
What are the repair intervals for MEL (A,B,C,D)
* A: No STD interval
* B: 3 Days
* C: 10 days
* D: 120 days
161
Who other than flight deck crew are authrorized to commence fuelling? And how much can they refuel unless otherwise instructed?
| A380
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.1 Rev 23
Authourized engineers **approved** by EK Engineering or a delegate. OFP Ramp fuel -5 Tons
162
When may the commander request an updated OFP for TOW changes?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.1 Rev 23
Changes of 2 Tons or more. Otherwise calculate CORR T/O FUEL using ZFW CHG figures from OFP.
163
What safety precautions exist during refuelling/defuelling?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.2 Rev 23
* ENG IGN shall be OFF
* WX Radar OFF
* Strobe light OFF
* No HF transmissions
* No smoking or use of naked lights
164
What additional safety precautions are taken when **wide cut** type fuels are **"involved"**?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23 and 8.2.1.4 Rev 22
* No fuelling ops when PAX are either on board, embarking or disembarking
* Next two uplifts are considered with wide-cut involved
* Consider reduction of flow rate as per OM-A if static disspator is not present in the fuel
## Footnote
***"Involved"** means when it is being supplied or already in the tanks
165
What **shall** the **flight crew** do when refueling with PAX either on board, embarking or disembarking?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 23
* Establish communication with the engineer and stay alert for a spillage/fire warning from the engineer or crew,
* Prepared to initiate evacuation, if necessary,
* Inform CC that refueling is finished with seatbelt sign on, and
* Stop refueling operation if fuel vapour is detected in the cabin or due to any other hazard.
166
During Re/Defueling, should the slides of the respective designated evacuation doors be armed?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.3 Rev 22
No, unless an evacuation is commanded.
167
What is EK policy regarding refuelling with **Wide-Cut** type fuels?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.4 Rev 22
Shall be avoided unless it is the only option
168
What is EK's policy on refuelling with one engine running?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.5 Rev 22
* Allowed if authourized by AD authority
* Follow FCOM PRO-NOR-SUP-SUP-FUEL Procedure
169
Where will the flight crew find the tolerances for the fuel uplift gross check?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.6 Rev 22
Under "FUEL ON BOARD" FCOM Normal Procedures
| UAE FCOM PRO-NOR-SOP-60 P 20/20 29-Sep-22
170
What is the fuel freezing point for JET A and JET A1? TS-1(FCOM)?
| if an actual measurement was not provided
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.1.7 Rev 22 and UAE A380 FCOM LIM-FUEL
JET A = -40ºC*
JET A1= -47ºC*
TS-1= -50ºC
| *if 90% or more of the uplifted fuel for current sector otherwise -40ºC
171
Who shall send the fuel figures on the NSS?
## Footnote
FCOM/DSC/46/40/20
PM
172
# Subsequent APP following GA
Following a missed approach. When can the commander consider a second or even third approach?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.32.2 Rev 23
* Second approach **shall** only be considered if the commander assesses a high likelihood of a **successful approach and landing**.
* If second approach was unsuccessful due to WX, the commander **shall** divert unless commited to DEST
* Third approach may only be flown when one **or** both missed approaches was non WX related **and** commander assessed a high likelihood of a successful APP/LDG.
## Footnote
Commander shall carefully evaluate WX and FCST **before** commiting (think SQ319)
173
When the decision to divert has been made, what shall the crew consider?
| In the context of an operational diversion
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.33 Rev 23
Diversion **shall** be made to the most **operationally suitable** ALTN considering the following:
1. AD classification as per OM-C
2. MET and TAF
3. NOTAMs
Commander **shall** also ensure the diversion communicated to NCC, CC and PAX
| **C**ontroller, **C**ompany, **C**rew, **C**ustomers
174
In addition to normal procedures following a decision to divert; what additonal aspects should be considered in the context of a medical diversion?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.33.1 Rev 23
1. GMS will provide a recommendation with alternates that are adequate for medical support (given the initial input of the pax condition).
2. Commander decides from the choices bearing in mind the overall risk to safety.
3. When decision is taken GMS will contact the diversion AD to arrange
(If NCC/GMS not reachable the decision rests with the commander who shall insure to contact the diversion AD with the PAX info)
## Footnote
Commander **shall** not indicate that airline will accept responsibility of the cost of medical care.
175
What are the recommendations for the use of FLEX T/O thrust vs. Flap setting for T/O?
Using the flap setting that provides the highest flex is best for engine life but a higher flap setting is more comfortable for the PAX so if the difference in TFELX is minimal in a higer flap seting T/O its best to use the higher flap setting.
Consider higher flap setting for High ALT A/D and RWYS in bad rough condition or ASDA limited
176
Is engine life affected if you reduce the TFLEX by only a few degrees?
No. Highest TFlex is best for engine life and its reduction be a few degrees wont affect the engine life much.
177
What is the intersection takeoff policy?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.11 Rev 22
Full RWY **should** be used.
Intersection may be performed if operationally advantageous e.g. holding point blocked, avoid delay, ops efficiency, ATC request etc...)
| if there is no significant reduction in safety margins
178
What is the policy of handling checked-in baggage of an offloaded passenger travelling in a group?
| (consider Family and Non Family group scenario)
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.1 Rev 23
* Family: They cannot carry the offloaded PAX's baggage
* Non-Family: All of the group's baggage is offloaded
179
What is the EK policy on animals carried in the cabin?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.2 Rev 23
Carriage is prohibited with the exception of service dogs and falcons.
180
What is the cabin limitation on the carriage of service dogs?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.2.1 Rev 23
Only one per cabin
| (Purser shall inform the commander and its up to flight crew discretion)
181
Max number of falcons in the PAX cabin?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.2 Rev 23
15 Falcons
182
What is the EK procedure for Live Animals Carried as Cargo (AVI)?
| AVI = Animaux Vivants
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.2.2.4.3 Rev 23
Commander **shall** confirm the serviceability of the cargo hold ventilation **and** temperature controls.
183
What is the policy if the maximum allowable LMC is exceeded?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.8.6.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
A new loadsheet shall be prepared
184
What baggage weight shall be used if the actual baggage weight is not available during an LMC?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.8.6.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
20 kg
185
What are the limitations of an LMC?
| any other considerations?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.8.6.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
* Indivisual or total LMC shall be 500 kg or less
* maximum weights not exceeded
* Loading limits not exceeded
| Captain shall conduct T/O performance calculation with ATOW/CG as needed
186
Standard PAX Mass in loadsheet
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.8.5
187
Define a STD EOP
| Engine out procedure
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.3.6.1 Rev 23
1. Maintain RWY TRK
2. Climb V2 - V2+15
3. ACC at or above MIN ACC ALT
| Straight Out
188
Define a non-STD EOP
| Engine Out Procedure
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.3.6.2 Rev 23
1. Maintain RWY TRK
2. Climb V2 - V2+15
3. Turn a turning point (AOB 15º)
4. Accelerate when at: Defined in the EOP or MSA or On Final EOP HDG/TRK/CRS and at or above EO ACC ALT
## Footnote
Turning usually is done at 1000 AGL unless otherwise stated which can also dictate a different than stipulated AOB
189
NADP summary
190
What is Vx and Vy on A380?
Vx is Green Dot
Vy by IFPA App
191
Turbulence penetration speed?
Between GDOT and 300/0.85
Opt profile is 260/300/0.85
192
DeRated Climb table
193
Weather monitoring policy?
## Footnote
OMA 8.3.20.2.16
Crew shall monitor the actual and forecasted WX at DEST, DEST ALT and ER ALTN throughout the flight
194
ROP and BTV relationship
* If both WET and DRY lines inside RWY ROP considers WET RWY
* If only DRY line is inside the RWY ROP considers a DRY RWY
195
What is the REV consideration with BTV
DRY: IDLE REV
WET: FULL REV
196
What is the preferred order of approach procedures?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.17 Rev 22
1. IAP / APV / Visual with vertical guidance
2. NPA
3. Circling
4. Visual
| **visual circuit shall** only be used in emergency or base check
## Footnote
Commander may deviate from the order if safer, or equally safe but more efficient. Enhanced coding is required for item 3
197
How should crew go around using RCAM if provided in GRF and non GRF format?
## Footnote
UAE-BA7-A3L-FCTM-PR-NP-SOP-160
* GRF: Use as reported (e.g. 6,6,6)
* Non-GRF: use RCAM with procedures laid out under FCOM-PERF-LND-CTA and referencing the table in FCOM-LIM-OPS-AIR
198
If touchdown cannot be accomplished within the runway touchdown zone:
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.31 Rev 23
A GA **should** be considered, but if ROW/ROP **activates** a GA **shall** be conducted
199
Policy on temperature altitude corrections or displaced threshold crossing altitude corrections
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.19 Rev 22
* Crew **shall** make independent calculations and agree on the altitude corrections before applying cold weather or displaced THR corrections on FMS
* Combination of cold temperature and displaced THR crossing altitude correction is **not** allowed
## Footnote
refer to OM-C for warm temperature corrections
200
When is the dispalced THR procedure applicable?
when the displacement is > 300m
201
# **TCAS Policy**
How **should** pilots manage their V/S in proximity of other traffic?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.6 Rev 22
Limit V/S to 1500 fpm or less when within 1000' of the assigned ALT/FL
| (if safe and practical to do so)
202
What is the policy on orbits?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.26 Rev 23
Shall be conducted only:
1. At or above 1500 AAL/AGL whichever higher
2. AP engaged
3. Compliance with stabilization criteria
4. Conducted in daylight and VMC unless under radar
5. Ensure adequate terrain clearance
203
What is the policy of disembarking PAX when diverting to AD **with** company support?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.33.2 Rev 23
* If AD has company support and expected to depart shortly after refuelling : Preferably Keep PAX onboard (Commander responsibility)
* Otherwise: Disembark with their belongings (Ground staff responsibility)
* If Flight Duty limits are to be exceeded, advise NCC ASAP as to arrange for accomodation. Crew **shall** not leave the AD until suitable arrangements for PAX and A/C Secured.
* Commander **shall** liase with ground staff that any course of action would not infringe on local regulations at the AD.
204
What is the policy of disembarking PAX when diverting to AD **w/out** company support?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.33.3 Rev 23
Commander shall consult NCC and arrange for:
1. Security and maintenance of A/C,
2. Catering and accomodation for PAX,
3. Baggage and cargo, and
4. Flight Prep (OFP, FPLN etc)
5. Coordinate with NCC the preceding
6. If PAX disembark a min of 2 CC to escort them to terminal
## Footnote
PAX required to take all possessions with them
205
What shall crew insure **before** entering the parking bay with VDGS?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.34 Rev 23
That the A/C type is illuminated on the VDGS
206
What additional precautions exist when parking at stand?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.34 Rev 23
Maintain lookout and if in doubt request marshalling assistance.
When PRK BRK is set both crew shall visually ensure that A/C is not moving
207
At what BRK temp are chocks preferred
BLG wheels of >500 ºC
208
Engine cooling times EA and RR
EA: 3min
RR: 5 min
209
Engine warmup times EA and RR
5 minutes recommended for both
3 mins minimum for EA
210
What **shall** flight crew do on PA when turning into the parking bay or before pushback?
Cabin crew prepare all doors and cross check
211
When is RETI discouraged?
## Footnote
FCOM PRO NOR SUP ENG
* Upslope taxi
* High GW
* Tight turns
212
When is it better to use outer engines for RETI?
if inner engines are above non stabilized surfaces and/or tight turns are anticipated
213
Simplified holding speeds for TERPS and PANS OPS
214
What is the expected managed speed when entering a hold? What should crew do if the speed is higher than ICAO or state max hold speed?
## Footnote
UAE-BA7-A3L-FCTM-PR-NP-SOP-180
Green dot + 25 (max endurance)
If higher than regulation speed, crew to extend flaps and fly S speed
215
What does the last exit time in the FMS/ACTIVE/F-PLN/HOLD page ensure?
## Footnote
UAE-BA7-A3L-FCTM-PR-NP-SOP-160
latest time to depart with minimum reserve fuel for diversion
216
How should crew go about navigating the FLS when flying to an anchor point that is not the rwy threshold? (offset)
## Footnote
UAE-BA7-A3L-FCTM-PR-NP-SOP-190
Crew should disregard the FLS guidance after MDA and fly the visual part of the approach with TRK FPA.
| Crew can maintain FLS FD guidance after MDA if anchor point is the RWY
217
Over what displaced threshold value should crew start applying the relevant procedure?
## Footnote
UAE-BA7-A3L-FCOM-PRO-NOR-SOP-160
>300m
218
Predictions and guidance for FMS holds
FMS assumes the lowest speed of ICAO or Max endurance and speed constraint or nav database hold speed.
FMS assumes it will fly one hold
219
When may a visual approach be conducted?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.22.2.3 Rev 23
1. If requested by ATC for separation, or
2. When more efficient than the complete IAP
220
What are the flight crew responsibilites when conducting a visual app?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.22.2.3 Rev 23
* Terrain clearance
* Navigation by visual cues (e.g. PAPI)
* Traffic and wake separation
* Establishing the GA requirement
221
What is the policy when conducting RVFP?
| RNAV Visual Flight Procedures (RNAV Visual in LIDO)
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.22.2.3.1 Rev 23
**Shall** be coded in FMS and flown as charted
222
What are the limitations that apply for Circling Approaches?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.22.2.4 Rev 24
* **Not** permitted without enhanced coding
* Maintain visual with the rwy **or** its environment
* Follow the published MAP for the IAP used to align by making an initial climbing turn towards the RWY to establish on the MAP
## Footnote
unless approved by DSVP-FO
223
Describe the approach ban policy
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.24 Rev 23
Commander may commence IAP regardless of reported VIS/RVR provided he:
* **Shall** not continue beyond OM or equivalent if VIS/RVR is less than the minima (1)
* RVR/VIS allowed to conduct approach but fell below applicable minima after Appr Ban point, the Appr may be conducted till minima and continue if visual reference is established.
* For circling approach the point is the IAF
## Footnote
(1) Use CMV as per OMA 8.1.5.3.4 if RVR not available
Approach Ban height in UAE is 1000 AAL
224
When **shall** an RTO be conducted when visual reference is lost in LVTO?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.4.1 Rev 22
A380 below 100 kts
B777 80 kts
| T.O. **should** be continued above these speeds
225
What are the required visual references at MDA/DA for CAT I NPA and APV?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.3.2 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
At least one element of the ALS, RWY lights or RWY threshold/touchdown markings or PAPI/VASI
226
What are the required visual references at DH for **CAT II**?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.3.2 15-Jul-2021 Rev 22
* A Lateral segment of the ALS or TDZL barrette; and
* 3 consecutive lights of any ALS CL/RWY lights element
| any combination of above attained and maintained
227
What are the required visual references at DH for **CAT IIIA**?
## Footnote
15-Jul-2021 Rev 22UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.3.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
3 consecutive lights of any ALS CL/RWY lights element e.g. TDZL, RCLL, REL,
| any combination of above attained and maintained
228
What are the required visual references at DH for **CAT IIIB With DH**?
## Footnote
15-Jul-2021 Rev 22UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.3.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
one RCLL
| attained and maintained
229
What are the required visual references at DH for CAT IIIB With DH?
## Footnote
15-Jul-2021 Rev 22UAE OMA 8.1.5.3.3.2 27-Jan-2022 Rev 23
No requirement
230
How should the crew treat PAPI/VASIS?
## Footnote
OMA 8.3.20.2.29
Crew **should** maintain the VASIS glidepath in alignment with the aiming point **only** if the stabilization criteria can be met
231
What **shall** the threshold crossing height be referenced to?
## Footnote
OMA 8.3.20.2.30
ILS
VASIS
RA
232
In order to conduct an FMS based approach (FLS, LNAV/VNAV) the following shall apply:
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.2.22.2 Rev 22
UAE FCOM PRO-NOR-SOP-160 P 7/14 29-Sep-22
1. Approach **shall** be line selectable from the database
2. Any modification at or beyond FAF **not** allowed (2)
3. RNP value of 0.3 shall be assumed (unless specified)
4. Adhere to attached validation table
## Footnote
(2) Point 2 applies for A380. In FCOM all FAF/FAP harmozined to FDP
For GNSS or LOC based approaches the max final track difference is 1°
233
For RVSM operations, the PFD altimeters are checked as to...
Accurate with 75 feet of aerodrome elevation
PFD 1 and 2 within 20 feet
PFD with STBY is within 30 feet of
234
When may a commander decide to perform an overweight landing and what is the policy of jettisoning fuel?
## Footnote
UAE OMA 8.3.20.3.12 Rev 23
Overweight LDG can be attempted in exceptional circumstances.
Fuel jettison in the abscence or abnormal/non-normal situation **shall** not be considered without NCC approval.
235
Technical defects at outstation with an engineer and without an engineer?
| authorized engineer
## Footnote
OMA 8.1.11.2.2
* With engineer: He shall be the one ensuring the rectification of the defect or adding it as an ADD in the ATL
* Without: PIC does preflight inspection, re-fueling, add ADD to ATL in accordance with MEL
236
Pilot incapacitation preventative meaures
* Maintain a high standard of alertness
* Routine adherence to Standard Operating Procedures and flight deck discipline is stressed
* A procedural deviation might provide the first indication
* Must inform colleagues if you start to feel unfit or unwell
* When in doubt, ask - victims often ignore their problems
237
Signs of pilot incapacitation
* Illogical decision making
* Limited response to stimuli
* Loss of skill or judgement noticeable
* Hazardous manipulation of controls
## Footnote
Symptoms evident under high stress environment and gets more dramatic over time
238
Actions to deal with pilot incapacitation
1. Ensure safety of the flight
3. "I have controls"
4. Engage AP
5. Declare Emergency
6. "This is the captain, purser to the flight deck"
7. Purser to move incapacitated crew from controls
8. Arrange medical assistance
9. Evaluate all operational aspects
10. Explain your plan to crew and ATC
11. Continue approach if in approach even if CAT III for FO
12. Plan to divert on CAT I at least
13. Consider if parking is calibrated to CM 1
## Footnote
Call purser when appropriate
Augmenting crew member to take place
239
Type of approaches that we may not conduct
* OTS CAT II
* LTS CAT I
* RNAV with LPV minima
* SRA Approaches
* Side-step and Circling will need approval and enhanced coding
