FCTM Flashcards
En alternate law quel est un des risques lié à voler en haute altitude ?
Dégradation des protections notamment en protection AoA
Si croisière proche REC MAX descendre vers REC MAX -4000ft pour se protéger du stall warning en turbulences (FCTM)
En Direct law quel est le risque lié au speedbrakes ?
Si centrage arrière, lors de leur utilisation, rentrer les speedbrakes lentement pour éviter couple piqueur, se donner du temps pour trim (FCTM)
Comment se réalise les supplementary procedures ?
Engine start: 1st read, PM reads, PF do
Else: PM reads and do
Doit-on réaliser immédiatement la procédure QRH si l’ECAM nous le demande ?
Oui
Que doit on crosschecker avant de manipuler ?
Thrust levers, ENG masters, IR modes, pb guarded, CBs
Quelle est la signification des boutons gardés rouges ou noirs ?
Rouge: action irréversible
Noir: réversible
Comment traiter un ECAM caution/warning ?
1/ PM +PF reset attention getter
2/ PM reads title and confirm with SD or overhead
3/FLY (I have controls ?) NAV COM (I have controls ?)
4/ PF + PM: ACN - OEB
5/ PF «ECAM actions»
6/ PM read and do then «Clear system ?»
7/ PM analyzes SD pages then «Clear system?»
8/ PM «Status» PF «Stop ECAM»
9/ PF Normal actions/CL, acceleration pattern, reset, additional procedure, relight ?
10/ PF «Continue ECAM» PM reads status
11/ PM «Remove status ?» «ECAM actions completed
How do you handle an ECAM advisory ?
1/ PM or PF « Advisory on … system»
2/ PF requests PM to monitor drifting parameters
3/ if time permits PM check QRH triggering conditions and recommended actions
What is the effect of the EMER CANC pb on ECAM cautions and alerts ?
On a Caution : cancels aural and message caution
On a Warning: cancels aural only
How do you use QRH summaries ?
When ECAM actions are completed, read CRUISE section, then during approach preparation when you check status read APPROACH, LANDING , GA sections. When in final configuration for landing, you may review LANDING and GA sections
What are the 4 golden rules of Airbus ?
1/ Fly Navigate Communicate in that order and with appropriate tasksharing
2/ Use the appropriate level of automation at all times
3/ Understand the FMA at all times
4/ Take actions if things do not go as expected
Can we observe error track with the bird ?
Yes, +/-2° of error track possible
With which data sources bird is computed ?
IRS + static ( this is why in case altitude information unreliable = bird unreliable)
What is the consequence of FDs set OFF on ATHR ?
ATHR switches to SPEED mode if active. ( e.g TCAS RA procedure)
What is the performance of the ATHR in terms of speed in moderate turbulences ?
+/- 5 kt
When should you disconnect ATHR if you expect to land with ATHR OFF ?
Before 1000ft AAL
When you are out of ALPHAFLOOR what happens with thrust ?
TOGA LK. To regain control of thrust, set ATHR OFF with instinctive disc pb
When is ALPHAFLOOR available ?
Normal law between liftoff and 100ft RA
How is GW computed ? What is it used for ?
1/ by FM with MCDU input and FQI +FF
Used for FMS speeds and predictions
ECAM display
2/ by FAC with aero data at low speed low altitude stabilized flight (or memorized + FF if not in these conditions )
Used for FCTL laws and VLS, F, S, GD on PFD
/!\ on ground FAC takes FM GW
Vamax is computed by FAC. True or False ?
False. Only based on AoA data
What is the reason for CHECK GW on MCDU ? What is the investigation process to follow?
Delta between FM GW and FAC GW (updated when airborne)
1/ LTS vs FMS
If different:
FMS erronous, speed were erronous at TO but now are good (FAC update)
If equal:
FAC erronous, extract speeds from QRH, operational data
2/ Else, you suspect LTS erronous
Compare QRH and PFD speeds (FAC) and determine most probable GW
At which altitude does ROW alarm is armed ?
400ftRA
When ROP is armed ?
At touchdown until GS<30kt
Does ROW/ROP take into account systems failure in the landing distance computation ? Runway wip ?
No / No
Can you set idle reverse if «MAX REVERSE» ROP message on PFD is no longer displayed and you assume remaining distance is ok ?
Yes , especially below 70kt
What may be a cause of a spurious ROP alarm? What strategy to avoid it ?
TAWS database does not include taxyways. If you plan to vacate runway at the opposite threshold via taxiway with some speed, it may trigger spurious alarm.
To avoid it, reduce GS below 30 kt to disarmROP
You may exceed structural limits with large, rapid and opposite rudder inputs, even in normal law. True or False ?
True
How to estimate altitude difference between aircraft cruise level and storm cell with the radar ?
H (ft)= tilt (°) x D (Nm) x 100
Which tilt presets may be used for the radar tilt in case no ground clutter (maritime overfly) ?
40Nm 80Nm 160Nm 320Nm
-6° -2° -1°
After how much time may we switch on APU bleed after APU start ?
3 min to avoid oil odors, to warm up seals
Can you dispatch aircraft if cockpit oxygen pressure is amber boxed ?
Yes provided you checked limitations according to number of people in the cockpit.
Moreover Airbus does not recommend to dispatch the aircraft in this condition over a long period of time
What should you update when you receive the final loadsheet ?
Insertion ZFW/ZFWCG
Triangle des masses:
- ECD TOW < EFB TOW = OK
- EFB TOW < ECD TOW = TO perf computation with ECD TOW + 200kg
What should you update when you receive a LMC ?
If ECD TOW < LMC TOW = insert ZFW/ZFWCG
Triangle des masses:
- LMC TOW < EFB TOW = OK
- EFB TOW < LMC TOW = TO perf computation with LMC TOW + 200kg
What is the tasksharing during a change in take off parameters (braking coefficient, holding point, runway…) ?
PF PM
Transfers controls
TO perf computation
Retrieve controls
TO perf computations
FMS update: FPLN & PERF (don’t clear CHECK TAKEOFF DATA)
Flaps
Stops AC
Reads FMS
Formal PERF crosscheck
What is the tasksharing when you obtain the departure clearance ?
PF PM
Sets RWY/SID/FCU Alt/XDER
Check TAKE OFF DATA not displayed on MCDU
«RWY, SID, ALT, SQ»
Check insertions
Check runway on EFB Fly Smart
On a classic type braking system, brake check consists in checking that no pressure peak beyond 2000psi exists when braking. This ensures that green hydraulic took over normal braking operations. True or False ?
True
On A318 type braking system you check that no yellow hydraulic pressure is observed on the brakes indicator during taxi brake check. True or False ?
False, you only check deceleration
At acceleration altitude, AP/FD (mode managed) accelerates towards which speed ? Green dot or managed speed ?
Managed speed except if green dot is higher !
What strategies may you adopt during slats/flaps retraction in heavy weights conditions ?
Heavy = S speed > VFE 1+F —> let autoretraction system work at 210kt (VFE 1 =230kt)
Alpha lock is also a normal situation
Vmax is displayed according to which parameter ? And Overspeed warning ?
Vmax = lever position
Overspeed warning = actual slats/flaps position
How an unduly GoAround phase may be activated ? How to switch again to the right phase ?
During climb: above acceleration altitude, CONF 1 at least and TOGA set
To activate CLIMB phase again:
- insert NEW DEST
- or select ALTN
How is altitude hold by ALT CRZ mode ?
+/- 50ft
When do you have to update winds and temperatures in the FMS during cruise ? For what purpose ?
When wind differs by 30° or 30kt compared to what is expected
When temperature differs by 5°C compared to what is expected
To keep relevant FMS predictions
What is the reason for CRZ ABOVE MAX FL ?
Entered FL cruise is above the 0,2g buffet margin
Which reverse settings on wet or contaminated runway ?
Max reverse is recommended
Can you land with idle reverse on wet runway ?
Yes provided:
- LD medium to poor < LDA
What do you have to check if you want to set autobrake LO but FLD >. LDA ?
- RWYCC 5 or 6
- LD lo < LDA
- FLD manual < LDA
Complementary information may be used to upgrade RWYCC. True or False ?
False, may only be used to downgrade RWYCC
How hail on the runway is categorized in the RCAM ?
Not categorized. Not recommended to land due to risk of engine ingestion
How much Vapp should be increased by the crew in case of crosswind ?
Crosswind over 20 kt, increase Vapp between VLS+5 and VLS+15
RWYCC = 5/3/4, what is the RWYCC you keep for computations and limitations ?
3
Runway is grooved, heavy rain is reported in the vincinity. Can you consider benefits of the grooved runway for braking coefficient ?
No
What is the recommended configuration in holding in icing conditions ?
Clean configuration
What is the threat in landing with reverses on dry snow ?
Reduced visibility
What should you do if you expect windshear at takeoff or landing ?
Delay takeoff or approach
What should you do in case of predictive windshear at take off roll ? During climb ?
Roll:RTO or set TOGA
Climb: TOGA and adapt flight path
What should you do in case of predictive windshear during approach ?
Delay/divert
Or
-Assessment by radar/ choose best runway
- CONF 3
- managed speed / monitor performance ATHR
You should report severe turbulences on the ATL. True or False ?
True
What should you do if you encounter high turbulences during slats/flaps retraction ?
Retraction at F/S+20kt (or VFE-5kt)
What should you do in case of severe wake turbulences that disconnect AP ?
Let the aircraft stabilizes (by releasing controls), then regain control
What is the lowest altitude for acceleration ?
400ft (FCTM)
What is the risk if you perform a RF leg and GS is high ?
Required bank angle could be more than 30°, beyond FD limits
Which DIR TO should you use in case of a RF leg immediately after the waypoint ?
DIR TO RADIAL IN to avoid overshoot after the waypoint and to stick with the RF leg
What is the risk of a RF leg with OEI ?
FD max bank angle may be reduced to 15° in case of OEI and speed below maneuvering speed (typically during acceleration). Risk of not being able to follow RF leg
Dual FMGC failure, what is the first action you try ?
FLY, try to reengage ATHR, FD/AP, maybe FG part is still available
Emergency electrical configuration: what happens at 125 kt ? 100kt ? 50kt ?
125kt: RAT stalls, on BAT only, AC & DC SHED ESS are shed
100kt: DC BAT connected
50kt: AC ESS shed, loss of displays
Are radio altimeters autocallouts available in EMER ELEC CONF ?
No
What is the min RAT speed ?
140kt
It is recommended to keep engine running even at idle in case of abnormal response (without ECAM). True or False ? Why ?
True, to keep produce hydraulic, elec and bleed
You loose right aileron in case of all engine failure. True or False ? Why ?
True because you loose green hyd and ELAC 2. Roll is still controllable, you can trim rudder to release stick.
OPT relight speed for engines ?
300kt/M0.77
Why should you start APU in case of all engines failure ?
To recover bleed for starter assisted relight, to have additional electricity ( to cancel emer elec conf) and to recover cabin pressurization
How much batteries autonomy cost one APU start attempt ? What is the autonomy of the batteries ?
3min 30s.
> 30 min
Pitch attitude at take off in case of OEI ?
12,5°
What are the symptoms of a damaged engine ?
- red EGT
- vibrations
- stalls
- N1 or N2 = 0 or mismatch
- no hydraulic
When is an engine secured at take off ?
No damage: master OFF
Damages: AGENT 1 disch
Fire: fire extinguished or AGENT 2 disch
REC MAX EO is computed for anti ice ON. True or False ?
False. Anti ice off…
Why you should not use ENG FIRE pb in case of a tailpipe fire ?
Because it cuts off electricity of FADEC and stops the dry crank procedure
Why should you not use AGENT DISCH in case of a tailpipe fire ?
No effect on internal fire, only on external fire
Why should you only use ground crew extinguisher as a last resort in case of a tailpipe fire ?
Because it can cause severe damage to the engine due to corrosion
If you have high engine vibrations: how can you suspect or not vibrations due to icing conditions ?
N1 vibrations and no other parameters variation = icing suspected
Else = icing not suspected
Works in icing conditions but also in non icing conditions
In some cases, at heavy weight, CONF3 + DN and OEI, you may not be able to maintain level during circling. True or False ?
True. Check QRH.
What are the risks associated with slats/flaps jammed during approach ?
Deviations call outs
Tailstrike
GA configuration and speeds
Acceleration must be in selected speed to control
Fuel consumption
20 000ft max
VLS is computed according to flaps lever position. True or False ?
False. According to actual slats/flaps position
Why must you not use reversers at landing if you have a fuel leak ?
Because modified airflow may risk contact between fuel and hot engines
Why should you wait to be stabilized at Vapp to downlocked gear in case of a G+Y hyd failure ?
G+Y hyd failure —> no stabilizer, pitch control through elevators only.
Elevator is autotrimmed until gear down and direct law. After elevator movements are centered on the previous mean position.
LDG GEAR DN ECAM memo or one triangle per gear on SD page is sufficient to confirm gear downlocked. True or False ?
True
What could you ask to ATC in case you land with abnormal landing gear ?
Foaming of the runway
How much time of hydraulic power is left when you cut off engine during the abnormal landing gear procedure ?
30s
Which ECAM do you select on the LDG DIST PROC if you suspect wheel tire damage ?
1 wheel damaged: 1 brake released
Several wheels damaged: 2 brakes released
Do you need to crosscheck ENG masters and ENG FIRE pb during EMER EVAC procedure ?
No
When high speed protection is active, FDs are not followed because FDs do not take into account high speed protection. True or False ?
True
High speed protection automatically disconnects AP. True or False ?
False, not necessarily
What kind of approach is recommended for overweight landing ?
Stabilized approach
Which VS at touchdown is tolerated during overweight landing before MT inspection ?
360ft/min
What can happen regarding VFE next speeds in case of overweight landing ?
High weight: in CONF 1 and 2, VFE next < GD or S —> decelerate with selected speed
Very high weight: in CONF 1, VFE next<VLS —> ATHR OFF
Reengage ATHR when in CONF 1 or 2
When does TO inhibition is active ?
Between 80kt and 1500ft (or 2 min)
Procedure following an RTO before next TO ?
Reset FDs and FCU
Taxi actions etc
Which instruments do you refer in case of IRS 1+2+3 failure ?
Standby instruments
What will happen when you lower gear in case of dual RA failure ?
Switch to direct law
What mode do you arm during ILS in case of a dual RA failure ?
LOC only
Why should you use raw data in the final stage of an approach in case of a dual RA failure ?
AP gains are not updated according to RA, FDs behavior may be unsatisfactory
You loose GPWS and low energy warning in case of dual RA failure. True or False ?
True
AVIONICS SMOKE ECAM alert must be always considered even if no smell or visual confirmation by the crew. True or False ?
False. If no confirmation the alert may be considered spurious. If a second alert occurs, apply ECAM procedure
During SMOKE QRH procedure, source identification and fighting part, if paragraph AIR COND or CAB EQPT is unsuccessful, you apply third paragraph «AVCS/ ELEC or undefined source». True or False ?
True
What actions to perform if lithium battery thermal runaway in the cockpit ?
Transfer controls if necessary
If flammes: PF = oxygen mask and PM= smoke hood +fire extinguisher
Pour liquid
Transfer device in the cabin if possible
How do you proceed when there is a departure change? (RWY, runway conditions, weather, …)
Parking brake set and you proceed as usual, or
PF PM «You have controls» «I have controls» Perf computations «I have controls» «You have controls»
Perf computations and FMS update
Flaps lever Parking brake set Xcheck FMS
Performance Xcheck (PF EFB, PM FMS)
Exploitation de la clairance Briefing C/L
What is the PMcallout if there is an inoperative reverse ?
NO REVERSE 1 (or NO REVERSE 2)
