Descent and Approach Flashcards
Steep idle thrust approaches, or all approach angles and rates of descent requiring large changes in pitch attitude during the landing flare, will be avoided. (T/F)
True
For approach purposes, the KC-135R is considered a Category ____ airplane
D
In those cases where the speed for a circling approach exceeds 166 knots, Category ___ minimums will be applied
E
A speed brake brake lever position of less than ____ degrees is not recommended, due to a tendency to over-control at these settings
40
For all FMS approaches, at 2 NM prior to the FAF, ensure system is in the ___ mode (as indicated by the blinking _______ CDU annunciation) or discontinue the approach
Approach,
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If multiple instrument approaches are flown in the clean configuration, maintain a minimum of _______ KIAS until crossing the initial approach fix or turning base leg if receiving radar vectors
VREF +70
Unless fuel consumption is a factor, hold at ______ for all gross weights up to 170,000lbs
220 KIAS
At gross weights above 170,000lbs, use _______ knots as holding speed
best endurance plus 10
Occupants of the pilot and copilot seats may remove the shoulder harness during cruise flight, but shall fasten them prior to
AR or descent for landing
As a minimum, the pilot flying the approach will brief the crew on: (4 things)
- Planned descent rate
- DH/MDA/VDP
- Missed approach procedures
- Assign crew responsibilities for backing up the pilot flying the airplane if an unplanned go-around occurs
From 500’ AGL, the PF WILL execute a go-around/missed approach when which parameters are exceeded? (3)
- Airspeed +10/-5 knots from target
- Bank angle +/- 15 degrees
- Rate of descent +/-300fpm from target
During the descent checklist, an accurate check of the electric and hydraulic systems consists of the pilot checking switches on the left, right, reserve brake and powered rudder systems while the copilot checks electrical power system indicators and hydraulic quantities (T/F)
True
