C208 SOPs Flashcards
following the company sops what does the sterile cockpit concept involve ?
discussion on matters not associated to the operations are not permitted during climb or descent or when below 5000ft
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Vmo ?
175 kts
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Va ?
4110kg - 143kt
3400kg - 137kt
2835kg - 125kt
2268kg - 112kt
page 2-1
max window open speed ?
175kts
page2-1
Vfe ?
10º - 175kt
10º to 20º - 150kt
20º to 30º - 125kt
page 2-1
Vb ?
143kts
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max xwind ?
20kt
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Vs ?
4110kg
clean - 63kt
30º flaps - 50
page 2-1
ASI White Arc ?
50 -125kt
page 2-1
ASI Green Arc ?
63 -175kt
page 2-1
ASI Red Line ?
175kt
page 2-1
engine model number ?
PT6A-144A
page 2-2
Prop Feather degrees ?
88º
page 2-2
low pitch prop degree ?
9º
page 2-2
Maximum Reverse Prop degrees ?
-14º
page 2-2
when should a overspeed governor check be made ?
- fist flight of the day
- if adjustments have been made
page 2-2
can a pilot retard the power lever below idle during flight ?
no, is prohibited it can cause: - loss of airplane control - engine overspeed - loss of engine power
page 2-2
when is operation of the Emergency Power Lever prohibited besides if the FCU is working fine ?
if the power lever is not in IDLE position
page 2-2
starter duty cycle with battery ?
30sec ON 60sec OFF
30sec ON 60sec OFF
30sec ON 30min OFF
page 2-2
starter duty cycle with battery ?
20sec ON 120sec OFF
20sec ON 120sec OFF
20sec ON 60min OFF
page 2-2
what category is the c208 registered under ?
normal category
page 2-7
what are the load factor the the plane with flaps up ?
+3.36g
- 1.34g
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what are the load factor the the plane with flaps down ?
+2.0g
-0.0g
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can the airplane handle negative g with flaps down at any settings ?
no
page 2-7
total fuel both tanks in pounds ?
2248 lbs (1124 each)
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total fuel both tanks in litres ?
1275 ltr (637 each)
page 2-9
total fuel both tanks in kilos ?
1021 kg (510 each)
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total usable fuel both tanks in pounds ?
2224 lbs (1261 each)
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total usable fuel both tanks in litres ?
1261 ltr (630 each)
page 2-9
total usable fuel both tanks in kilos ?
1010 kg (505 each)
page 2-9
total unusable fuel both tanks in pounds ?
24 lbs (12 each)
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total unusable fuel both tanks in litres ?
13 ltr (7 each)
page 2-9
total unusable fuel both tanks in kilos ?
11 kg (6 each)
page 2-9
to achieve full capacity what is the procedure for refuelling the plane ?
fill fuel tank to the top of the filler neck
page 2-9
why should the tank be refuelled to the top of the filler neck ?
to don’t allow space for thermal expansion which results in a decrease in fuel capacity of 4 gallons per side
page 2-9
is it true the unusable fuel quantity can increase when more sever sideslip is maintained ?
yes
page 2-9
what time of uncoordinated flight should be avoided when the FUEL LOW Annunciator is ON ?
turn and bank with the ball more than one-quarter ball out of centre position IS PROHIBITED
page 2-9
what is the max full rudder sideslip duration to don’t incur in a possible fuel starvation ?
3 min
page 2-9
what is the max operating altitude in non icing conditions ?
25000ft
page 2-11
what is the max operating altitude with any ice on the plane ?
20000ft
page 2-11
what is the OAT limits for a Cold Day ?
-54º from sea level to 25000ft
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what is the OAT limits for a Hot Day ?
ground ops for TO/LDG WT 3864kg or less is +53º(ISA+37)from sea level to 5000ft
ground ops for LDG WT greater than 3864kg is +53 from sea level 5000ft
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what is the max pax seating limit for the 208 Cargo Version ?
one extra pax seat next to the pilot
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what is the max pax seating limit for the 208 Pax Version ?
up to 9 seats may be installed (PART 135)
page 2-11
what is the flap limit for take off ?
0º to 20º
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what is the flap limit for landing ?
0º to 30º
page 2-11
what is the flap limit for landing in icing condition ?
0º to 20º
page 2-11
what is the procedure regarding the operation of Air Conditioning when the Take Off Torque Setting is below 1865ft/lb ?
AIR CON must be turned off during TO and LDG under this conditions
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when operating on the standby electrical system, what is the max electrical load ?
75amps from sea level to 21000 ft
page 2-13
during autopilot operations should at least one pilot be seated at the control with the seat belt fasten ?
yes
page 2-14
can the autopilot be operated for TO and LDGs ?
no it can’t
page 2-14
what is the minimum altitude the autopilot should be disconnected by ?
below 200ft
page 2-14
can the autopilot be ON during the use of Standby Flap System ?
no
page 2-14
what is the max demonstrated autopilot altitude during flight test ?
26000ft
page 2-14
what is the lowest altitude to where the Altitude Select Mode of the autopilot should be turn off ?
below 800ft
page 2-14
what is the max degrees of flaps to be used with autopilot on ?
20º
page 2-14
during a compressor wash when should you start injecting water into the engine ?
when Ng is 5%
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during a compressor wash after how many seconds should you stop injecting water ?
20 sec
page 3-2
during a compressor wash after how many seconds should you stop motoring ?
after 30 sec
page 3-2
if you decided to start up the engine within a short period from a compressor wash how long should you run the engine dry for before turning it on ?
at least 1 min
page 3-3
what are the minimum characteristics for a External Power Unit ?
- 24-28Volts
- min 800amps
- maximum 1700amps
page 3-3
why should the application of power during TO roll be smooth ?
Ram Air effects will increases indicated Torque as airspeed increases
page 3-3
if using the inertial separator during take off what is the procedure for closing the inertial separator after all obstacles have been cleared ?
reduce power slightly around 100ft/lb before closing the inertial separator to avoid boosting the engine
page 3-3
what is the minimum safe altitude to be used after TO ?
500ft AGL
page 3-3
what is the climb power for the 208 ?
prop: 1900RPM
airspeed: 110kt
TRQ: 1865 max (limit by 675SHP)
ITT: 700º(company sops) 740º MAX
page 3-3
explain the NORMAL T/O procedure ?
flap 20º rotate 70-75kt
climb speed 85-90kt.
retract flap to 10º after reaching 85kt passing 400ft
rectract flap to 0º after reaching 95kt passing 800ft
page 3-3
can 30º of flaps be used for T/O ? and if so what is the procedure ?
yes, as soon as wheel are off the ground, level off over the runway to accelerate to climb speed
page 3-4
what is the procedure for taking off into a strong xwind ?
10º to 20º of flaps can be used.
10º flaps will improve directional control but will increase take off distance. Add 7 kt to the lift off speed
page 3-4
to what altitude should you maintain rwy heading and at what speed ?
500ft at 85kt
page 3-4
within how many nm should you intercept the track before departing ?
5nm
page 3-4
what is the minimum altitude under which you will not be able to turn back in case of an engine failure after TO ?
800ft AGL
page 3-4
id a turn back is decided after a EFATO what is the procedure ?
5º nose down
90 kt
start the turn asap
page 3-4
what are the cruise power settings ?
prop: 1900 RPM TRQ: as per AFM fro ALT and OAT ITT: 700º FF: 360pph Ng:
page 3-4
what RPM should the prop reduce to for a sector exceeding 30 min ?
1750 RPM
page 3-4
what is the normal descent profile for the Caravan ?
4nm per 1000ft = 750fpm
page 3-5
when carrying pax what is the RoD that should not be crossed over?
1000fpm
page 3-5
what is the particularity of the Kokoda Arrival in regards to busting the 1000fpm RoD with pax on board ?
the Kokoda Arrival has a profile of 2nm per 1000ft. to don’t bust 1000fpm RoD reduce speed to 100-120kt
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what is the target speed and set up for an approach on the downwind leg ?
- 110kt
- 10º flaps
- TRQ 1000ft/lb
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what is the target speed and set up for an approach on the base leg ?
- 90kt
- 20º flaps
- TRQ 500ft/lb
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what is the target speed and set up for an approach on the final leg ?
- 75-85kt
- 30º flaps
- TRQ 400ft/lb
page 3-5
when is the use of Beta or Reverse most effective ?
when the aircraft is travelling at a higher speed therefore to be used in the early part of the landing
page 3-5
what is the speed propellers have to be out of reverse an d why ?
40kt, to avoid propeller blade damage
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the use of Beta is enough to slow down the plane especially for pax confort, when should you use reverse then ?
reverse use is up to the pilot but also the periodic use of full reverse will allow the crew to monitor the serviceability and capability of the system.
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what is a good procedure to aid prolonging brake life ?
use of te Beta range
page 3-5
what is the most important thing to set up before letting pax to disembark ?
TAIL STAND !!!!
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what is the rotation speed with 20º of flaps ?
70-75 kt
page 3-7
what is the 50ft speed with 20º of flaps ?
83kt
page 3-7
what is the Vx with 20º of flaps ?
72 kt
page 3-7
what is the Vy with 20º of flaps ?
sea level to 20000ft 104kt
20000ft 87kt
page 3-7
what is the climb cruise speed ?
110-120kt
page 3-7
landing approach speed with flap 30º ?
75-85 kt
page 3-7
landing approach speed with flap up ?
110-115 kt
page 3-7
is the the baulked landing speed ?
80kt
page 3-7
what it the best gliding speed ?
95 kt
page 3-7
what is the minimum distance to avoid a cumulonimbus cloud ?
10 nm
page 3-8
when starting the engine what should you do if the residual ITT is above 150ºC
wait to inject fuel until ITT below 150ºC
page 3-9
if ITT rapidly approaches 1090º what should you do ?
be prepared to return the fuel condition level to CUT OFF
page 3-9
under HOT OAT or HIGH Ground Elevation, idle ITT may exceed its maximum limits of 685º, what is the procedures to stop that ?
increase Ng or reduce accessory load within limits
page 3-9
on an unsealed strip the unse of inertial separator is advised to avoid the ingestion of foreign particles after ITT and Ng stabilise to minimum of what ?
Ng not below 52%
page 3-9
what are HOT STARTS caused by ?
- excessive fuel flow at normal RPM,
- normal fuel flow at insufficient RPM (discharged or weak battery)
page 3-9
Is a minimum reading of battery voltage 24 Volt always an indication that the battery is near full charged or in good conditions ?
no it doesn’t
page 3-9
is gas acceleration at the initial part of the start is lower that usual what should you do ?
- fuel condition lever to CUT OFF
- discontinue the start
page 3-9
you have put in the fuel but there is no ITT rise, how long can you wait before discontinuing the start ?
10 sec
page 3-9
with a cold start or after making a normal battery start which can cause a high initial generator load due to battery recharging, what should you do to maintain a minimum idle of 52% Ng ?
advance the power lever slightly ahead
page 3-9
if during a start, the starter accelerates the gas generator rapidly to above 20% Ng it would be an indication of what ?
gear train decouple
page 3-9
if during a start, the starter accelerates the gas generator rapidly to above 35% Ng it would be an indication of what ?
start on the secondary nozzles
page 3-9
what is a mandatory procedure after an aborted start ?
motoring the engine dry to drain all the fuel
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if the STARTER ENERGISED annunciator fails to go out after engine start, what has happened and what should you do ?
the start contactor may be stuck closed and the generator will not function. The engine should be shut down.
page 3-10
if during a start the external power unit drops off what could this cause, and what are your actions ?
hot start, place fuel condition lever to cut off
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if after a drop off of the external power unit and a consequent fuel condition lever to be put in cut off position the ITT persist HIGH what should you do ?
- turn the external power switch off
- put starter in MOTOR position
- use battery power
page 3-10
when the engine is cold what is the minimum time to allow for HEAT SOAK ?
1-2 min
page 3-10
what would the prolonged use of BETA with a xwind possible cause ?
inadequate oil cooling
(in some occasion damage to the exterior of the cargo pod)
page 3-11
when operating over a unsealed strip what are the considerations to avoid prop damage ?
- use BETA for braking when taxing
- use minimum TRQ
- park in stone free area and into wind
- make the taxi run continuous into a rolling take off
page 3-11
is the C208 certified for operations into Known Icing Conditions ?
no
page 3-12
if inadvertent icing condition are encountered and excessive vibration is note on the prop what should you do ?
reduce prop rpm to 1600 with the propeller lever then rapidly move it full forward to break off the ice
page 3-12
if you notice heavy icing on the horizontal stabiliser should you use flaps ?
no
page 3-13
if icing on the wing the stall warning become inaccurate, what should you do in regards to speed ?
maintain a safe margin above normal stall speed
page 3-14
during taxi checks where should the heading back and course bar be pointing at ?
HDG Bug: rwy direction
Course Bar: initial outbound track
page 3-14
when should the strobe lights be ON ?
from entering the rwy of departure until vacating the rwy of arrival
page 3-14
when should LDG Lights be use ?
T/O and LDG at both CTA or OCTA aerodrome
page 3-14
when should TAXI Lights be used ?
all ground ops
page 3-14
when should the Rotating Beacon be one ?
prior to engine start and OFF at engine shut down
page 3-14
when should NAV Lights be on ?
all night ops
page 3-15
what should you do when refuelling an aircraft park on a slope ?
turn off one of the the high slope side fuel selectors
page 3-15
can engine be running while embarking or disembarking pax possible per Tropic Air policy ?
NO
page 3-17
can you attempt an air start when N1 indicates ZERO ?
NO
page 4-1
what should you do in case of CHIP DETECTOR Annunciator ON ?
- monitor engine gauge
- if normal procede to destination
- if warning, Engine Failure Checklist, land asap
page 4-4
what should you do if landing with a main flat tyre ?
- turn of the fuel selector on that side tank
- touch down on good tyre first
- only use break on good tyre
page 4-6
max speed for inadvertent opening of upper half of cargo door or pax door ?
less than 100kt
page 4-7
max speed for inadvertent opening of lower half pax door ?
less than 100kt
page 4-7
max speed for inadvertent opening of crew door ?
less than 125kt
page 4-7
max speed for inadvertent opening of cargo pod door ?
less than 125kt
page 4-7
max speed for asymmetric flap extension ?
less than 100 kt
page 4-8
if you are landing at a off-airport after a precautionary search could you turn off both tank selector for the last phase of the approach ?
yes
page 5-11
if you are landing at a off-airport after a precautionary search and decide to turn off both tank selector for the last phase of the approach, how many minutes of fuel do you have left ?
3 min at continuous power operation
9 min of idle power operation
page 5-11
procedure for landing without Elevator Control ?
- trim approximately 500ft/min
- flap 20º
- 85kt
- control glide angle by adjusting power
page 5-14
MAX RAMP WT ?
4125KG
page 7-1
MAX TO WT ?
4110KG
page 7-1
MAX LDG WT ?
4080KG
page 7-1
CAT A Initial App Speed ?
90-150 kt
page 7-2
CAT A Final App Speed ?
70-100 kt
page 7-2
CAT A Circling App ?
100 kt
page 7-2
CAT A Miss App ?
110 kt
page 7-2
Initial Dep Turn ?
120 kt
page 7-2
what is the fuel consumption rate by SOPs for the C208 ?
360 pph
page 8-1
how many pounds of fuel for each taxi segment ?
30 lbs
page 8-1
at what altitude should any flight longer than 45 min be planned at ?
A080
page 8-1
what is the FF for the variable reserve of 15% and the fixed reserve of 45 min for the C208 ?
360 pph
page 8-1
what is the difference of FF regarding Holding at 5000ft ?
300 pph instead of 360 pph
page 8-1
in what occasion apart from climbing may the standard Fuel Flow be exceeded ?
during particularly short sectors
page 8-1
what is the policy regarding the fuel on board to have if a alternate is not required ?
should allow you to get to 1500ft above the destination aerodrome, make an approach and land
page 8-1
what is the policy regarding the fuel on board to have if a alternate is required ?
make a miss approached at the destination aerodrome, fly to the alternate aerodrome, make an approach and land
page 8-1
regarding the fuel policy should you provide for contingency fuel ?
YES
page 8-1
regarding the fuel policy should you provide for holding fuel due to traffic delays ?
YES
page 8-1
what is the rule regarding providing fixed reserve plus variable reserve when the reserve actually exceeds 2 hours ?
2 hours fuel reserve only need to be carried
page 8-1
when should the engine oil be checked ?
during each daily inspection and as required
page 8-2
what is the company policy oil level ?
within 1.5 QTS of MAX on the dipstick at all times
(12 QTS minimum)
page 8-2
even when landing at an alternate aerodrome should the fixed reserve of 45 min remain intact ?
YES
page 8-3
what is the maximum floor loading capacity ?
200 lbs/sq ft
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