Limitations (good Working Knowledge) Flashcards by Aric Newsted

What is a memory item?

All information labeled with a star symbol. Pilots are expected to commit these items to memory.

In Flight: no lower than 400ft*

*Note: immediate action items may be accomplished at any time if deemed necessary by the captain to maintain aircraft control control.

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Maximum runway slope

+- 2%

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Maximum Takeoff / Landing Altitude

10,000 feet

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Are there maximum operating latitude operations?

Yes

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Normal runway width?

148 feet (45 meters)

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Minimum runway width

100 feet (30 meters)

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What is a narrow runway?

A runway less than 148 feet (45meters) in usable width but not less than minimum runway width (100 feet)

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What are the Takeoff requirements from narrow runways

Operational nosewheel steering and all brakes

Crosswind capability is diminished with thrust reverser or flight control deferrals

Ensure Takeoff V1 is great or than or equal to narrow runway calculated Vmcg

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What are the Landing requirements from narrow runways

Autoland is not authorized

Consider diversion to normal width runway for nose wheel steering, thrust reverser, braking, or flight control degraded.

Crosswind capability is diminished

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VMO

Indicated by max airspeed pointer on airspeed indicator

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MMO

.82 Mach

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Maximum gear retraction speed

235 knots

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Maximum gear extension speed

270/.82

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Maximum gear operating speed

320/.82

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What are the flap positions?

1
2
5
10
15
25
30
40

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Crosswind component for takeoff

6 -
5 -
4 -
3 -
2 -
1 -
0 -

Crosswind component for takeoff

** 6 - 33
** 5 - 25
4 - 22
3 - 20
2 - 15
1 - 13
0 - N/A

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Crosswind component for landing

6 -
5 -
4 -
3 -
2 -
1 -
0 -

Crosswind component for landing

** 6 - 37
** 5 - 37
4 - 35
3 - 25
2 - 17
1 - 15
0 - N/A

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True or false?

Engine surge can occur with a strong crosswind component if takeoff thrust is set prior to brake release. Therefore, rolling takeoffs are strongly advised when crosswinds exceed 20 knots.

True

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Can we depart with forward looking wind shear warnings or caution alerts are annunciated?

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Gross weights for Takeoff

700 -
800 -
900 -
900 ER -
MAX -

Gross weights for Takeoff

700 - 154,500
800 - 174,200
900 - 174,200
900 ER - 187,700
MAX - 194,700

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Gross weights for landing

700 -
800 -
900 -
900 ER -
MAX -

Gross weights for landing

700 - 129,200
800 - 146,300
900 - 147,300
900 ER - 157,300
MAX - 163,900

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Maximum cabin pressure differential

9.10 psi

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Maximum differential pressure for takeoff and landing

.125 psi

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When engine bleeds are on (either one or both), do not operate air conditioning packs in _________ for takeoff, approach and landing.

When engine bleeds are on (either one or both), do not operate air conditioning packs in HIGH for takeoff, approach and landing.

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Normal differential pressure

> 37,000 - 8.35 (+-.1) 28,000 - 37,000 - 7.8 (+-.1) < 28,000 - 7.45 (+-.1)

Duct pressure for maximum cooling

20 - 25 psi

Minimum PSI for: Duct pressure for two pack operation from one bleed source

20 - 25 psi

Takeoff is _______ in Moderate / Heavy freezing rain or hail.

Takeoff is PROHIBITED in Moderate / Heavy freezing rain or hail.

When is engine anti-ice required

All ground operations when in icing conditions Inflight icing conditions unless colder than -40sat

When must engine ignition be selected to CONT?

Prior to and during engine anti-ice operation

When can you NOT use the wing anti ice?

After being sprayed with type 2 or 4 fluid Or While on the ground when OAT is above 10*C

When can we not operate windshield wipers?

On a dry window

When must window heat be turned on?

10 minutes prior to takeoff

When must probe heat be turned on?

Prior to takeoff

If the wing anti ice is required after takeoff, when can you turn it on?

After the first thrust reduction

What may happen if you use wing anti-ice above FL350?

May cause bleed trip off and possible loss of cabin pressure.

Can you use aileron trim with the autopilot engaged?

No!

When landing above 8,400 feet pressure altitude, when must the autopilot be turned off?

100 feet AGL

If there is no published MDA/DA, when must the autopilot be disconnected?

500 feet AGL

Autoland restrictions are:

At or below 8,400 pressure altitude Flaps 30 and 40 with both engines running Max glidslope angle 3.25* Minimum glidslope angle 2.5* FO not authorized

Autoflight Parameters:

Autoflight Parameters: Do not use autoland for overweight landings No autopilot or auto throttle when radio altimeter is inop FOs can’t autoland Do not use LVL CHG on final approach below 1000 AFE In all cases other than autoland, autothrottle must be disconnected no lower than 50 feet AGL.

Battery voltage for APU start

23 volts

Ignition must be used for

Takeoff Landing Heavy rain Engine anti-ice operations

Min oil PSI (700/800/900/9ER) - (MAX) -

Min oil PSI (700/800/900/9ER) - 13 psi (MAX) - 17.4 psi

Maximum oil temperature - Maximum continuous oil temp -

Max oil temperature - 155*C Max continuous oil temp - 140*C 141-150 for 45 min but only 15 min in the MAX

EGT limits (700/800/900/9ER) Takeoff (5 min) - Max Continuous - Start -

EGT limits (700/800/900/9ER) Takeoff (5 min) - 950*C Max Continuous - 925*C Start - 725*C

EGT limits 737-MAX Takeoff (10 min) - Max Continuous - Start -

EGT limits for the MAX model) Takeoff (10 min) - 1038*C Max Continuous - 1013 *C Start - 753*C

When can we not use reduced thrust for takeoff?

If anti skid is inop If the runway is contaminated with standing water, ice, slush or snow. With the Engine Control (EEC) in ALTN mode

Can we use reverse thrust to back up?

What modes must the Engine Control (EEC) be in for takeoff?

ON or ALTN

APU max altitudes: Bleed and electric: Bleed only: Electric only:

APU max altitudes: Bleed and electric: 10,000 feet Bleed only: 17,000 feet Electric only: 41,000 feet

Minimum Engine oil quantity to start?

70%

When must a cooling period be observed for the APU starter duty cycle and how long must you wait?

A 15 minute cooling period must be observed after the 3rd start attempt.

How long must the APU be operated for prior to using APU bleed air?

1 minute

How long must we wait for the APU to complete its shut down before turning off the battery switch? (NG) and (MAX)

(NG) - 120 seconds (MAX) - 3 minutes mandatory, 5 minutes recommended after APU GEN OFF BUS extinguishes

APU bleed air must be closed when:

Ground pneumatic air is connected and isolation valve is open Engine No. 1 bleed valve is open (eng 1 running) Isolation valve is open and eng. 2 bleed is open (eng 2 running) Note: APU bleed valve may be open during Engine start, but avoid engine power above idle.

What is the engine fire extinguisher bottle pressure?

800 psi at 70*F

**Maximum flap extension altitude

20,000ft

When are flaps prohibited during holding?

When in icing conditions

What is the maximum limit for speed brakes in flight?

The FLIGHT DETENT

When extending or retracting flaps with the ALTERNATE FLAPS position switch, allow ______ after releasing the ALTERNATE FLAPS position switch before moving the switch again to avoid damage to the alternate flap motor clutch. After a complete extend / retract cycle (0 to 15 and back to 0) allow ________ cooling before attempting another extension.

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 complete extend / retract cycle (0 to 15 and back to 0) allow 5 minutes cooling before attempting another extension.

Maximum airspeed when extending flaps via the alternate system

230 knots

What are the Speed Brake Limits in flight?

Do not extend beyond the flight detent Do not extend passed ARM with flaps 40 selected Do not deploy when RA less than 1,000 feet

Maximum speed with a Mach Trim Fail (both channels)

280 knots / .82 Mach

Except in Test mode, when can the radar NOT be used on the ground?

During fueling Within 50 feet of a fuel spill Within 15 feet of people

Are localizer back course approaches authorized?

Can we reset a tripped fuel pump circuit breaker?

Fuel Tank Capacity - usable (700/800/900/9ER) Wing - Center - (MAX) Wing - Center -

Fuel Tank Capacity - usable (700/800/900/9ER) Wing - 1,288 g. / 8,630 lbs Center - 4,299 g. / 28,803 lbs (46,063 lbs total) (MAX) Wing - 1,273 g. / 8,529 lbs Center - 4,274 g. / 28, 639 lbs (45,697 lbs total)

Main wing tanks must be full if the center tank more than has _____ lbs of fuel.

1,000 lbs

The ________ tanks should be filled full prior to the ________ tank receiving fuel.

Wing Center

Drain from the ________ fuel tank first and then switch to the ________

Center first then use wing fuel

Maximum fuel imbalance must not exceed...

1,000 lbs

Intentionally dry running of a center tank fuel pump (low pressure light) is _______

Prohibited

When must you perform an operational check of the fuel CROSSFEED valve?

During the last hour of cruise flight during each extended range operation.

What is the normal position of the fuel crossfeed valve?

Closed

Center tank fuel pumps must not be on unless?

A pilot is in the cockpit to monitor for a low pressure light.

Minimum and Maximum hydraulic quantity for dispatch

Minimum ... Above RF Maximum ... 105%

Maximum tire groundspeed (700/800/900/9ER) - (MAX) -

Maximum tire groundspeed (700/800/900/9ER) - 195 knots (MAX) - 204 knots

When must the RTO auto brakes be armed?

All takeoffs unless it’s INOP

When are auto brakes prohibited?

When antiskid is INOP

Autoland Max Winds- Headwind- Crosswind- Tailwind- (-900[401-412]) flaps 30: Field Elevation- 4000 feet or less: 4001-6000 feet: 6001 and above:

Autoland- Max winds Headwind - 25 knots Crosswind - 15 knots Tailwind (flaps 30 and 40)** - 10 knots **(-900[401-412]) field elevation restrictions: <4000 - 10 knots 4001 - 6000 - 5 knots >6001 - 0 knots

Maximum Flap Speeds for: 1 2 5

Alert Bulletin 21-293 (Company Imposed for operational dependability) 1 - 240kts 2 - 240kts 5 - 230kts Manufacture Limit is 250kts for 1,2 and 5

When engine bleeds are on (either one or both), what PACK mode cannot be used during takeoff, approach or landing?

HIGH

(NG) Per limitations, how many PACKs are allowed to be operated from one engine?

1. Do not operate more than 1 PACK from 1 engine.

(MAX) Per limitations, how many PACKs are allowed to be operated from one engine on the ground?

(MAX) On the ground, do not operate more than 1 pack from one engine.

(MAX) - Aircraft FMC 14.1 software shall be prohibited to what RNP AR value?

.3 nm

With the parking brake set, the drop in brake accumulator pressure should be less than how much PSI in the first 30 minutes?

Drop should be less than 800 psi in the first 30 minutes of being set.

GPWS / RSAT Overrun Warning (ORW)

*Do not use for landing performance planning If Overrun warning occurs (“OVERRUN, GO-AROUND”) *execute a go around Inhibit alert when: *Landing above 10,000 ft pressure altitude * Landing OAT colder than -40c * Landing OAT more than +50c * Landing with a gross weight greater than max landing weight