CFM Chapter 4

Question 1

Who makes changes to the flight control panel (FCP) when the plane is being hand flown?

Answer 1

The pilot monitoring makes the changes at the request of the pilot flying when the plane is being hand flown

Question 2

Who makes changes to the flight control panel when the plane is being flown by the AP?

Answer 2

The pilot flying usually makes changes to the FCP when then autopilot is on. At the discretion of the PF or during other workload intensive times, the PM may make changes to the FCP. If they occurs, the PF needs to verified by the PF.

Question 3

Who is responsible to verify altitude changes?

Answer 3

Both pilots need to verify altitude changes prior to selecting the FCP to change altitude

Question 4

Whose job is it to verify the correct flight mode was selected and displayed on the flight mode annunciator?

Answer 4

Both pilots are responsible for verifying the correct modes are selected.

Question 5

If a discrepancy between the desired flight mode and the flight mode on the FCP and/or FMA is discovered, what should happen?

Answer 5

The pilot who noticed the discrepancy is required to notify the other pilot

Question 6

When the autopilot is on, and the PF changes the autopilot modes, what callouts should he/she make?

Answer 6

The PF should selected the desired mode and simultaneously state the selected mode, e.g. NAV mode, vertical speed, etc.

Question 7

With the AP off, how should the PF call for the PM to change the FCP?

Answer 7

By stating the desired mode, e.g., “speed mode”.

Question 8

What mode is always called out by the PF when it becomes active on the FMA?

Answer 8

ALTS CAP

Question 9

What mode is always announced by either pilot, when it’s noticed on the FMA?

Answer 9

ROLL mode

Question 10

Is it ever acceptable to intentionally arm ROLL mode?

Answer 10

No. ROLL mode use is prohibited.

Question 11

Do all armed modes need to be annunciated when they become active?

Answer 11

Yes. When any mode “crosses the fence” from armed to active, it needs to be announced.

Question 12

What are the calls for engaging the AP?

Answer 12

THE PF calls for the AP to be engaged by saying, “AUTOPILOT ON”. The PM engages the autopilot and then responds “AUTOPILOT ON”

Question 13

What are the calls for disengaging the autopilot?

Answer 13

The PF disengages the AP using the red AP disconnect button on his yoke and simultaneously calls, “autopilot off”

Question 14

What are the calls required if any significant deviation from the desired flight parameters occurs?

Answer 14

The PM will announce any significant deviations in desired flight parameters to the PF by saying, “Check ____”. The _____ could be airspeed, vertical speed, altitude, heading, course, etc. The PF will respond by saying “Correcting _____”.

Question 15

What constitutes a significant deviation from desired/assigned flight parameters?

Answer 15

• Airspeed +/-10kias
• Altitude +/-100’
• Heading +/-10º
• Vertical speed +/- 250fpm from target rate
• Course - left/right by one dot
• Glideslope - 1 dot above, 1/2 dot below
• Bank angle greater than 30º or +/-5º of desired
• MDA +100’ or -0’
• Vref - 5kts
• Any other parameter pertinent to the flight

Question 16

Altitude preselect callouts with the AP on?

Answer 16

PF will set the assigned altitude, point at the selected altitude and state “(altitude) set.” The PM will then point at the selected altitude, verify it’s correct, and state “(altitude) set.”

Question 17

Altitude preselect callouts when the AP is off?

Answer 17

The PM shall set the assigned altitude, point at the altitude selected, and state “(altitude) set.” The PF will then point at the selected altitude, verify that it’s correct, and reiterate, “(altitude) set”

Question 18

Is “I agree” an acceptable response to verify an altitude?

Answer 18

No

Question 19

If an incorrect altitude is set what should the confirming pilot say?

Answer 19

Negative

Question 20

What is the procedure if ATC gives an altitude change while one pilot is off frequency?

Answer 20

The pilot who changes the altitude preselect will point at it to notify the other pilot. When they get back on frequency an briefing about any ATC changes must be had, and the PM has to call ATC to verify the altitude, so that both pilots have conformation that the altitude is correct.

Question 21

What’s the callout when you’re 1000’ from you’re assigned altitude, either climbing or descending?

Answer 21

The pilot flying will say “(current altitude) for (assigned altitude)” e.g. “FL240 for FL250.” The PM will then point at the selected altitude, verify its correct, and say, “Verified.”

Question 22

What should the PM do if the PF fails to call out ALTS CAP?

Answer 22

They will call out ALTS CAP for them

Question 23

When executing a visual approach what altitude callout should the PM make?

Answer 23

1000’ above field elevation

Question 24

What callouts should the PM make on an instrument approach?

Answer 24

1000’ above DA/MDA
500’ above DA/MDA
100’ above DA/ MDA

Question 25

How should headings/altitudes/courses be confirmed among the pilots?

Answer 25

The PM will read back the ATC instructions, e.g. “turn right heading 240º, Air Shuttle 5249.” The PF will then acknowledge the ATC to the PM by stating the instruction, “right turn heading 240.” If an incorrect heading/course/etc is selected the confirming pilot will respond, “negative.”

Question 26

What should the crew do if there’s a disagreement regarding an ATC clearance?

Answer 26

Query ATC form confirmation

Question 27

What is recommended to avoid confusion with similar sounding call signs?

Answer 27

Reading your full call sign with all individual digits. ASH5249 would be “Air Shuttle five-two-four-niner.

Question 28

What should you do if you encounter magnetic abnormalities that are not at known airports?

Answer 28

Report them to your chief pilot’s office

Question 29

How does the dual AHRS on the CRJ900 sense the earths magnetic field?

Answer 29

Using two magnetic flux valves

Question 30

I’ll get back to EFIS COMP MON

Question 31

When should ground power be used?

Answer 31

Until 10 minutes prior to departure, if possible.

Question 32

When should the APU be started?

Answer 32

Usually 10 minutes prior to departure. Earlier if required for cabin comfort.

Question 33

When should the APU be on for takeoff?

Answer 33

1. ) Bleeds off takeoff
2. ) When operating in accordance with an MEL procedure
3. ) When icing conditions are anticipated prior to establishing the normal climb profile
4. ) When required for any other operational necessity