ETOPS Flashcards
What’s the standard SLOP distance?
.1 to 2 nm right of course
ETOPS
How might a flight crew increase the likelihood of a weather deviation?
Request for the deviation by offset versus a heading. “Weather deviation required” or “PAN PAN” may help a rapid response.
ETOPS
What is the transponder code after transferred to AIRINC?
Which frequencies go in which radio?
2000
VHF #I: 121.5
V Hf #2: 123.45
ETOPS
If a deviation is required within 5 miles of course, the flight level should be _____________
If a deviation is over 5 NM from the course, the flight level should be _____________. The change should be initiated when?
Within 5 miles maintain altitude.
Exceeding 5 miles: once exceeding 5 miles, initiate a level change to the altitude listed in the reference cards based on MAGNETIC heading.
PRC OCEANIC PROCEDURES
What does ETOPS stand for?
Extended-range Twin-engine Operational Performance Standards
ETOPS applies to twin-engine aircraft flying routes that are more than 60 minutes away from a suitable airport.
What is the maximum duration for ETOPS operations?
Up to 180 minutes from a suitable airport
What is the basis for calculating the CP in ETOPS?
Equal time at 10,000 feet
Is the CP calculation in ETOPS based on normal cruise?
No, it is not based on normal cruise
What Mach speed is used for ETOPS calculations?
.79 Mach
What is the indicated airspeed (KIAS) for ETOPS calculations?
320 KIAS (310 for NG)
What does Gateway fix refer to in ETOPS?
Entering and exiting ORCN
What does ORCN stand for?
Oceanic Remote Continental Airspace
Do ETOPS alternates expire?
Yes, as noted on the Packet.
Is the destination alternate the same as an ETOPS alternate?
No.
Does a CP limit you on diversion timing?
No.
When diverting greater than 5 miles, for weather when should the flight return to the assigned altitude?
When within 5 miles of course.
Where is the offset function located?
ROUTE page
How is required fuel planned for ETOPS operations?
Higher of 6 Fuel scenarios and Flag Fuel
What is Flag Fuel
Burn to destination
Burn to Alternate
30 Minutes holding
10% of the flight time to destination (5.11 in this example = 31 min)
How is fuel determined from the 6 scenarios?
The highest value from 6 scenarios is used for the required fuel.
If the APU status is ‘Continuous Run’, when should the APU be operated?
Prior to push to EXP
How long is a PDC valid?
4hrs
FOM 5.8
In theory, on a ETOPS flight how much fuel should you arrive to the alternate with?
About an hour. (30 minute reserve plus 10% of route time X10% which is also about 30 minutes)
If Flag fuel > ETOPS fuel then the ETOPS add is ______________.
not required.
If Flag fuel is < ETOPS fuel then the ETOPS add is ___________
Required. ETOPS ADD function is to bring up to ETOPS requirements.
