CFM 3

Question 1

What is checked on the “Flight Instruments/Altimeter” check?

Answer 1

1. Airspeed = 0
2. VSI = 0
3. BARO set and x checked
4. EADI level
5. FMS as primary NAV source
6. Altitude set
7. RWY heading set
8. IESS checked
9. Weather and TCAS enabled
10. MFD selections made

Question 2

What is items are reviewed during performance data check?

Answer 2

1) V-Speeds
2) N1 Target
3) ATTCS Indication
4) Remarks (if provided by ACARS)
5) Zero Fuel Weight
6) Gross Weight

Question 3

How is RVR measured?

Answer 3

Through either a scatterometer or a transmissometer.

Question 4

What is discussed during FMS review?

Answer 4

1. Assigned runway
2. Departure procedure
3. Transition
4. First Fix or Assigned Heading
5. Confirm altitude

Question 5

When is the runway change checklist called for?

Answer 5

If the runway assignment is changed FOLLOWING the before start to the line checklist.

Question 6

What 2 methods out of 3 must be utilized to verify runway for before takeoff checklist?

Answer 6

1. Signage
2. Runway markings
3. Runway heading when aligned on runway

Question 7

When PF calls for “check thrust”

Answer 7

1. Thrust lever advanced beyond 50 degrees
2. Autothrottle engagement verified
3. TO and HOLD annunciated in green on FMA before reaching 60 knots.

Question 8

Items to confirm for PM to claim “thrust checked”

Answer 8

1. Thrust levers at TOGA
2. Target N1 achieved
3. ATTCS and (FLEX) TO-1(2) in green

Question 9

If FD inoperative on T/O, what pitch to fly aircraft?

Answer 9

The takeoff pitch angle according to the TAKEOFF page in the MCDU.

Question 10

What is the initial minimum airspeed for a normal takeoff with both engines operating?

Answer 10

V2 + 10.

Question 11

Climbing to or above this altitude requires requires ACARs performance data or CFM cruise performance charts

Answer 11

FL 330

Question 12

How to respond if engine vibration increases due to icing during descent?

Answer 12

1. Reduce thrust to idle
2. 70% N1 for 10-30 seconds
   2.Return to desired setting.

Question 13

What PAs are made to FAs?

Answer 13

1. “Flight Attendant(s) please be seated for Takeoff.”
2. “Flight Attendant(s) please secure the cabin for arrival.”

Question 14

What rate of descent is permissible on a visual approach

Answer 14

3000 fpm up until 2,500 AGL, upon which 1500 fpm cannot be exceeded.

Question 15

How to configure aircraft if GPU or APU in use and flight crew leaves?

Answer 15

1. EMER LT – off
2. Batteries 1 & 2 – off

Question 16

What to do if ADS probes are contaminated with ice or snow?

Answer 16

Activate ADS probe heater button (only if AC power available – DO NOT utilize batteries only).

Question 17

What is the engine run-up procedure for ice accumulation on the ground?

Answer 17

1. Minimum 54% N1 and held for 30 seconds or until fan vibration returns to normal levels.

Question 18

Steps for conducting a landing in icing conditions

Answer 18

1. Conduct a positive and firm landing to achieve wheel loading quickly and remove possible ice on wheel and brake assemblies.
2. Lower nose wheel immediately.
3. Apply reverse thrust cautiously.
4. Apply brakes evenly with medium and firm pressure.

Question 19

When is windshear escape guidance enabled?

Answer 19

1. Manually when a windshear Caution or Warning is detected and the pilot presses the TO/GA Button;
2. When a windshear Warning is detected and Thrust Levers are set to TO/GA position or beyond;
3. Automatically when the AFCS flight director mode is in Takeoff or Go-Around mode and a windshear Warning is detected.

Question 20

Takeoff configuration if wind sheer reported? (CFM 3.147)

Answer 20

1. Max takeoff thrust
2. Flaps 1 if allowable
3. Consider RTO is windshear detected prior to V1.

Question 21

How much altitude must you clear thunderstorm tops by? (CFM 3.154)

Answer 21

By at least 5000 ft. If unable, you must use distance i.e. clear storm by 20 miles above 23,000 ft.

Question 22

Difference between “Actual Landing Distance” “Operational Landing Distance” “Minimum Landing Runway Length” and “Required Landing Distance”? (CFM 3.241).

Answer 22

1. ALD: CFM performance landing distance. Does not include safety margin. Represents best performance. Slope and temp not considered.
2. OLD: More accurate assessment considering contamination, wind, speed additives, touchdown points.
3. MLRL: Safety margin of 15% applied.
4. RLD: CFM 121.195 required landing distance within 60% of effective runway length.