Determining Takeoff Minimums

Question 1

What is the Standard Takeoff Minimum for SWA B737 aircraft?

Answer 1

5000 RVR or 1 SM

Question 2

How do you determine if lower than standard takeoff minimums are authorized?

Answer 2

OpSpec C056 authorizes lower than standard takeoff minimumsandare authorized for a specific runway, under any of the following conditions:
•The SID or Jeppesen -9/-9A page includes any of the following terms and the applicable climb gradient can be met:
oSTD
oStandard
oStandard (or lower than standard, if authorized)
•A takeoff minimum is not published.

Question 3

What else should be considered in determining takeoff minimums, besides the weather, SID, the Airport Info, or Take-Off Minimums Chart (eg. Jepp 10-9A)?

Answer 3

Reference published NOTAMs for inoperative RVR equipment and visual aids.