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What does the # symbol indicate in this chapter?

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Limitations and operational information listed in this chapter that must be memorized (memory items) are marked with a (#) symbol.

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What is the maximum runway slope allowed for the 747?

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+/-2%

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What is the maximum takeoff and landing tailwind component for the 747?

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15 knots

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What is the maximum takeoff and landing tailwind component for N663CA and N569CA?

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10 knots

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What is the maximum operating altitude for the 747?

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45,100 feet pressure altitude

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What is the maximum takeoff and landing altitude for the 747?

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10,000 feet pressure altitude

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What is the maximum field elevation for the 747?

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9,500 feet

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What is the maximum speed operating in Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) airspace for the 747?

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0.90 Mach

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When is occupancy of the main deck cargo area prohibited for N729CA, N952CA, N919CA, N756CA, N702CA, N569CA, N537CA, and N663CA?

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Occupancy of the main deck cargo area is prohibited during taxi, takeoff, landing and flight.

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What is the severe turbulent air penetration speed for the 747?

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The severe turbulent air penetration speed is 290 to 310 KIAS / .82 to .85 M, whichever is lower.

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What is the maximum takeoff and landing crosswind for the 747?

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The maximum takeoff and landing crosswind is 30 knots (not limiting).

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When should HF radios not be operated on the 747?

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Do not operate HF radios during refueling operations.

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When should weather radar operation be avoided on the 747?

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Avoid weather radar operation in a hangar. Avoid weather radar operation when personnel are within the area normally enclosed by the aircraft radome.

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What are the crosswind limitations for takeoff and landing on a runway condition code 0?

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Operations Prohibited

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Do standby altimeters meet the altimeter accuracy requirements of RVSM airspace?

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Standby altimeters do not meet altimeter accuracy requirements of RVSM airspace.

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What is the maximum allowable in-flight difference between Captain and First Officer altitude displays for RVSM operations?

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The maximum allowable in-flight difference between Captain and First Officer altitude displays for RVSM operations is 200 feet.

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What are the maximum allowable on-the-ground altitude display differences for RVSM operations at field elevations from sea level to 5,000 feet?

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35 feet between Captain and First Officer, 75 feet between Captain or First Officer and field elevation

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What are the maximum allowable on-the-ground altitude display differences for RVSM operations at field elevations from 5,001 to 9,500 feet?

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40 feet between Captain and First Officer, 75 feet between Captain or First Officer and field elevation

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What are the maximum taxi weights for the 747 aircraft?

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N729CA, N952CA, N919CA, N936CA, N756CA, N702CA:

395,986 Kilograms;

N537CA:
398,254 Kilograms;
N569CA: 397,800 Kilograms;
N663CA: 414,129 Kilograms

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What are the maximum takeoff weights for the 747 aircraft?

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N729CA, N952CA, N919CA, N936CA, N756CA, N702CA:

394,625 Kilograms;
N537CA, N569CA: 396,893 Kilograms; N663CA:
412,769 Kilograms

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What are the maximum landing weights for the 747 aircraft?

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N729CA, N952CA, N919CA, N936CA, N756CA, N702CA, N537CA:
295,742 Kilograms;
N569CA:
302,092 Kilograms;
N663CA:
296,195 Kilograms

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What are the maximum zero fuel weights for the 747 aircraft?

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N729CA, N952CA, N919CA, N936CA, N756CA, N702CA, N537CA:
276,691 Kilograms;
N569CA:
288,031 Kilograms;
N663CA:
277,144 Kilograms

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What is the maximum differential pressure for cabin pressurization on the 747?

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9.4 psi

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What is the maximum allowable cabin pressure differential for takeoff and landing on the 747?

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0.11 psi

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Is the use of aileron trim with autopilot engaged allowed on the 747?
Use of aileron trim with autopilot engaged is prohibited.
26
What is the minimum engage altitude for the autopilot after takeoff on the 747?
The autopilot must not be engaged below a minimum engage altitude of 250 feet AGL after takeoff.
27
When must the autopilot be disengaged during an approach unless coupled to an ILS glideslope and localizer or in go-around mode?
The autopilot must be disengaged before the airplane descends more than 50 feet below the MDA unless it is coupled to an ILS glideslope and localizer or in the go-around mode.
28
When must the autopilot be disengaged for single channel ILS approaches on the 747?
For single channel ILS approaches, the autopilot must be disengaged before the airplane descends below 100 feet AGL.
29
What are the maximum allowable wind speeds for autoland operations on the 747?
Headwind: 25 knots; Tail Wind: 15 knots; Crosswind: 25 knots
30
What are the maximum allowable tailwind speeds for autoland operations on N569CA and N663CA?
10 knots
31
What is the maximum glideslope angle for autoland operations on the 747?
The maximum glideslope angle is 3.25 degrees.
32
What is the minimum glideslope angle for autoland operations on the 747?
The minimum glideslope angle is 2.5 degrees.
33
With which flap settings can automatic landings be made on the 747?
Automatic landings may be made with flaps 25 or 30 only
34
Should FLCH be used on final approach below 1,000 feet AFE on the 747?
Do not use FLCH on final approach below 1,000 feet AFE.
35
Is the center VHF radio approved for ATC voice communications on N936CA with an operational ACARS system?
With an operational ACARS system, the use of center VHF radio is not approved for ATC voice communications.
36
What types of messages can be transmitted and received over ACARS on the 747 if verified per approved operational procedures?
Pre-Departure Clearance, Digital-Automatic Terminal Information Service, Oceanic Clearances, Weight and Balance, and Takeoff Data messages can be transmitted and received over ACARS if they are verified per approved operational procedures.
37
What is required for ATC clearance data received through the FMC on N729CA, N756CA, N702CA, N537CA, and N663CA?
ATC clearance data received through the FMC which can only be viewed on the flight deck printer must be independently verified with the originating ground station.
38
What is the minimum oil temperature required before advancing thrust levers to takeoff power on N756CA, N702CA, and N729CA?
Oil temperature must be greater than 50°C before advancing thrust levers to takeoff power.
39
What is the maximum tank fuel temperature for Jet A, Jet A-1, or JP-5 on N756CA, N702CA, and N729CA?
The maximum tank fuel temperature for Jet A, Jet A-1, or JP-5 is 54°C (130°F).
40
What is the maximum tank fuel temperature for Jet A, Jet A-1, JP-5, or JP-8 on N919CA, N952CA, N936CA, N569CA, N537CA, and N663CA?
The maximum tank fuel temperature for Jet A, Jet A-1, JP-5, or JP-8 is 54°C (130°F).
41
What is the maximum tank fuel temperature for Jet B or JP-4 on N919CA?
The maximum tank fuel temperature for Jet B or JP-4 is 43°C (110°F).
42
What is the in-flight tank fuel temperature requirement for N919CA, N952CA, N936CA, N569CA, N537CA, and N663CA?
In-flight tank fuel temperature must be maintained at least 3°C above the fuel freezing point of the fuel being used. The use of Fuel System Icing Inhibitor additives does not change the minimum fuel tank temperature limit.
43
What are the fuel temperature requirements for N756CA, N702CA, and N729CA?
Tank fuel temperature prior to takeoff must not be less than -43°C (-46°F) or 3°C above the fuel freezing point temperature, whichever is higher. In-flight tank fuel temperature must be maintained at least 3°C above the fuel freezing point of the fuel being used. The use of Fuel System Icing Inhibitor additives does not change the minimum fuel tank temperature limit.
44
What are the approved fuel types and their freeze points for the 747?
Jet A / JAA / NATO F-24: -40°C, JP5: -46°C, Jet A1 / JP8 / No 3 Jet Fuel: -47°C, Jet A50: -50°C, RT: -55°C, TS-1: -60°C
45
What is the caution regarding CWT pump switches on the 747?
Do not cycle CWT pump switches from ON to OFF to ON with any continuous low-pressure indication present.
46
What is the fuel density range for the 747?
Fuel density range 0.7190 and 0.8507 kilograms per liter.
47
When must continuous ignition be on for the 747 engines?
Continuous ignition must be on encountering: heavy rain, severe turbulence, volcanic ash, icing conditions, standing water or slush on runway
48
Is intentional selection of reverse thrust in flight allowed on the 747?
Intentional selection of reverse thrust in flight is prohibited.
49
Is backing the airplane with reverse thrust allowed on the 747?
Backing the airplane with use of reverse thrust is prohibited.
50
What is the minimum pressure altitude for operating the APU on the 747?
Do not operate the APU below -1,000 feet pressure altitude.
51
What are the APU start duty cycles for N702CA, N729CA, N756CA, N919CA, and N952CA?
Between starts 1 and 2: 1 minute, Between starts 2 and 3: 1 minute, Between starts 3 and 4: 75 minutes
52
What are the APU start duty cycles for N936CA, N569CA, N537CA, and N663CA?
Between starts 1 and 2: 1 minute (TR wait), 1 minute (Battery wait), Between starts 2 and 3: 10 minutes (TR wait), 1 minute (Battery wait), Between starts 3 and 4: 75 minutes (TR wait), 75 minutes (Battery wait)
53
What happens if the TR overheats during APU start on N936CA, N569CA, N537CA, and N663CA?
If the TR should overheat with the start source switch in TR, starting power is transferred to the battery and the start continued on battery power. Any further start attempts with an overheated TR are inhibited.
54
What happens if the TR fails (other than overheating) during APU start on N936CA, N569CA, N537CA, and N663CA?
A failure of the TR, other than an overheat, does not provide automatic switching to the APU battery. Under these conditions, moving APU Start Source switch to BATTERY removes the TR from the starting circuit and allows APU starting on battery power.
55
Are QFE operations allowed on the 747?
QFE operations are prohibited.
56
What are the latitude limits for FMC polar operations on N919CA and N952CA?
Polar operations north of 88.5° N latitude or south of 88.5° S latitude are prohibited.
57
When should VNAV not be used to execute level-off after changing altimeter settings on the 747?
If leveling off within 2000 feet after changing altimeter setting from QNE to QNH, or QNH to QNE, do not use VNAV to execute the level-off if QNH is less than 29.70 in / 1006 hPa. After the level-off is complete, VNAV may be re-engaged.
58
What caution is given regarding flight control inputs on the 747?
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.
59
What is the maximum altitude with flaps extended on the 747?
The maximum altitude with flaps extended is 20,000 feet.
60
Is the use of speedbrakes in flight with flaps extended past 20 recommended on the 747?
Use of speedbrakes in flight with flaps extended past 20 is not recommended.
61
Can the GPWS terrain display be used for navigation on the 747?
Do not use the terrain display for navigation in flight or for navigation during taxi.
62
When is the use of look-ahead terrain alerting and terrain display functions prohibited on the 747?
The use of look-ahead terrain alerting and terrain display functions is prohibited within 15 nm of takeoff, approach or landing at an airport or runway not contained in the GPWS terrain database.
63
Are pilots authorized to deviate from ATC clearance for TCAS II resolution advisories on the 747?
Pilots are authorized to deviate from their current ATC clearance to the extent necessary to comply with a TCAS II resolution advisory (RA).

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