Briefings

Question 1

Normal Take-Off Briefing

Answer 1

“Normal Take-Off, Flaps Up, XX XXX lbs. Set XXXX ft/lbs of torque, standard calls, V1/Vr XX, V2 XXX, Departing RWY XX. Departure procedure is…
Special considerations…
Any Questions?

Question 2

Emergency Portion

Answer 2

PF: “Any malfunctions prior to V1, either pilot will call “REJECT”, I will Abort Take-off

PM: “I will advise ATC/traffic”

PF: After V1, we will continue. Calls will be “Set Max Power, Positive Rate, Gear Up, What’s the Problem?”

PM: “I will identify the malfunction, and verify feather”

PF: “Engine failure, NO Autofeather, Feather on my command. Engine Fire, or Uncheduled Torque, “Secure at a Safe Altitude” Otherwise emergency checklists at or above 1500 ft. Return intentions are…any questions”

Question 3

Short Field Take-Off Briefing

Answer 3

Short-Field Take-Off, Flaps Approach. XX XXX lbs. Apply static power to 1000 ft/lbs prior to brake release. Set 2230 ft/lbs of torque, standard calls. Vr XXX V2 XXX Vt XXX.
Departure procedure is…
Special Considerations are…
Any Questions?

Question 4

Emergency Portion (Short Field)

Answer 4

PF: “Any malfunctions prior to the (briefed speed), either pilot will call, “Reject”, I will abort Take-Off.

After the (briefed speed) up to V1, abort only for malfunctions affecting safety”

Question 5

Hold Briefing

Answer 5

T- Type of Entry. Timing Required
S - Speed and Configuration (160 KIAS, ~800 ft/lbs, 1700 RPM)
A - Altitude for hold
F - Fuel Onboard available for hold (and to reach IFR alternate to complete an approach)
E - expected further clearance time