Before Start Flows

Question 1

When do you accomplish the ACARS preflight?

Answer 1

After attaining the release and prior to commencing the Before Start Flow (to the line)

Question 2

When do you commence the Before Start (To the Line)?

Answer 2

At least 3 minutes after AC power is established

Early enough to allow maintenance action (if required)

Question 3

Before Start (To the Line) Flow

Answer 3

Parking Brake: On

Hydraulic Panel: Steer Off, HYD 3A, 1, 2 On

MCDU: XPNDR Flight ID, fit for duty, e-sign release and load manifest, ACARS CLR, flight plan, PERF INIT, XPNDR code

Guidance Panel: initial heading, altitude, course, source

PFD: Check

MFD: MAP, HYDR, STATUS pages

Autobrake: Set

EICAS: Required FOB and Balanced

Passenger Signs: FSTN BELTS on

Release Brief: Complete

Departure Review (PF): Complete

Question 4

When do you accomplish Before Start (Below the Line)?

Answer 4

After all doors are closed and locked, and just prior to pushback or engine start

Question 5

Before Start (Below the Line)

Answer 5

Passenger Signs: Sterile On

Flight Deck Windows/Doors: Closed & Locked

Shoulder Harness: On

Parking Brake: On or Off

EICAS: Steer Off